Singing can be intimidating to learn, but if you're willing to put in some time and effort, you can improve at any age or skill level. Knowing where to start
One of the significant challenges of singing is that it is sensation-based, especially vocal resonance. These sensations in the human voice can be tricky as they are not easy for
In this episode, John talks with Aliki Katriou, who has extensive knowledge of classical technique, and contemporary styles and is world-renowned for her expertise with "extreme" vocals, about what singing
A focused, detailed analysis of our voice is a great way to find areas of weakness. This can help us know what to work on in practice sessions.
In this episode,
In this episode, John talks about the biggest misconceptions about vocal technique.
Show Highlights:
2:06 - The first myth; technique is the highest level of singing 4:38 - Does technique inhibit artistry?
In this episode, John discusses what vocal strain is and the difference between vocal intensity and strain.
As singers develop and work towards auditions and performance they have to ask for
Straw phonation can be an excellent warm-up and can help a singer find vocal balance, but at the same time, it should be used within reason as a tool but
Breathy singing can be a useful vocal color, but it can also be a problem when overused or not in the singer’s control.Even worse is when the singer is unable
If you have spent any time learning to sing, you know the larynx can be incredibly difficult to control.
There’s also the question of how high or low the larynx should
Do you get frustrated when your voice cracks while singing?
We’ve all been there– feeling intimidated and nervous, fighting against those embarrassing tones brought on by an unsteady larynx. But don’t