Singing starts with our speaking voice….and we are all blessed with a speaking voice that is uniquely our own. Some people have a breathy voice, while others don’t. Some people have thick cords while others have thin. Some people have a larynx that sits higher in their throat than others. Some people have short tongues, … Read more
We know the voice is a delicate little instrument that can easily be damaged when used incorrectly. Did you know the vocal folds (cords) are composed of three elements: muscle, ligament and an outer fleshy mucous membrane. When used correctly, this little instrument can accomplish amazing feats. We can’t see the cords while we sing, … Read more
Are you a cry baby? When was the last time you cried? If you want to learn to sing better, then you need to learn how to cry. All good singers have a cry in their voice. You might not notice it, but it is there. Try it. I mean really sob. Not loud…this has … Read more
I want to thank all my readers for your comments and questions. It is my pleasure to help you learn how to mix your voice and sing better. I received an email recently from a young man who says he always breaks as he ascends in pitch. Here was my response. Hi Taciano, Thank you … Read more
Learning how to sing better means knowing about your voice, and all the elements that can affect your sound. The tongue can be a major player in sound production. It can help you make beautiful sounding tones, or it can cause your voice lots of grief. The root of the tongue starts in the same … Read more
Getting fit as a singer means learning how to sing through all your vocal breaks–your entire vocal register. Ladies, the average range for you is approximately F or G below middle C (C4) to G above high C (C5). This is the average…..good female singers may sing through to high high C (C6) and even … Read more
I know how it feels. I know you want to control it. I know it’s uncomfortable. But, if you want to take your singing to the next level, you need to be willing to let it go. That’s right, let go. Stop relying on the inside of your throat, tongue and jaw area to help … Read more
One of the best “ah-ha” moments about my voice came to me the summer I had a quaint little gig in the bar area of a classy restaurant. It was a quiet room that only sat about 6 people at the bar, and had six tables in a room approximately 20′ X 20′. I had … Read more
There I said it. Now I’ll wait for all the criticism. Oh yes, I’ve been criticized for telling you to copy from your favourite singers. I’m constantly thinking about the pros and cons of training and listening to your teacher, versus listening and copying as many different singers as you can. My own teaching experience … Read more
To become a better singer, you must simply exercise. You must exercise with correct form and attention to detail. It’s no different than going to the gym to workout your body. We have all seen people who go to gym and simply go through the motions. Their form is not disciplined, and therefore the correct … Read more