The voice of the songwriter creates intellectual property… an artistic and financial asset. The asset (song) need to be protected before publicly performing it, licensing it, releasing it, sending it out in the world. Here is the way we in Nashville like to do it: Get all cowriters’ and co-publishers’ info Too many times… Read More » about Protecting Your Songs: Practical Tips from Nashville
All Things Vocal Blog & Podcast
Review of David Aaron Katz’ book “Superior Vocal Health”
For today’s post, I’m going to review an important book for you. David Aaron Katz’ book “Superior Vocal Health” (Amazon #ad) should be on the shelf of every serious singer, public speaker, vocal coach or director. In fact, it really should be kept as a reference source for anyone interested in alternative remedies for good health…. Read More » about Review of David Aaron Katz’ book “Superior Vocal Health”
Think You Have a Tight Diaphragm? Think Again
Here’s why your vocal issue probably isn’t caused by a tight diaphragm. First of all… What exactly IS the diaphragm? The diaphragm is a very large and thin dome-shaped muscle group that separates the upper and lower torso. The edges of it are attached to the bottom of the ribcage, all the way around. The… Read More » about Think You Have a Tight Diaphragm? Think Again
9 Tips for Better Voice-Over and Teleseminar Speaking
When doing voice-over work or hosting teleseminars, you generally don’t have the person you need to be speaking to in front of your face. But you have to imagine interacting with them, or your speaking voice will sound dull, bored, thin and/or fake – definitely not the kind of voice that invites listening. Here are… Read More » about 9 Tips for Better Voice-Over and Teleseminar Speaking
Gift Suggestions For Singers, Songwriters, Speakers 2013
To all who find this old post… Please go my UPDATED BLOGPOST with revised gift suggestions. That post is tweaked every year so all the links work and the list stays current. You should find some unique ideas for your musical friends and family there! Happy Holidays, with love – Judy
How My Damaged Voice Came Back
I know about vocal damage. I have researched and consulted with voice specialists and doctors about it. And years ago I came close to losing my own voice — permanently. Here’s my story of recovery. Listen and Subscribe… At a previous post on this blog with tips about recovering from laryngitis, I get many fearful… Read More » about How My Damaged Voice Came Back
Why ‘American Idol’ Voice Falls Short
I’ve been asked several times this week by singers if I thought they should enter auditions for one of the national talent competitions like American Idol. It is a common question for all contemporary commercial vocal coaches, and one you may be asking, too. Some Things to Consider: They aren’t necessarily looking for the ‘best… Read More » about Why ‘American Idol’ Voice Falls Short
Common Mistakes Producers/Engineers Make That Sabotage Singers
Emil Bishaw set up in the vocal booth A producer or audio engineer who produces vocals can make or break a singer’s performance. Anything that affects the following areas will affect the studio singer’s vocal ability: The Breath The Throat The Ear The Zone The Vocal Cords Here are some common mistakes I see production… Read More » about Common Mistakes Producers/Engineers Make That Sabotage Singers
Singing Multiple Sets? Beware What You Do Between Shows!
photo by Pete Rodman If you have multiple long sets to perform, be careful to take care of your voice between sets! Here are some tips to keep vocal cords from swelling during your break. OH… and these tips work for you background vocalists and studio singers, too… anytime you need to sing for hours… Read More » about Singing Multiple Sets? Beware What You Do Between Shows!
Three Ways to Expand Your Vocal Range Safely and Practically –
How high, how low can you sing? How do you expand your vocal range without vocal strain? What do we even MEAN by ‘vocal range’? This revised post, now on video, will give you some real answers. Listen and Subscribe… There are many vital reasons for singers to work on increasing vocal range. One… Read More » about Three Ways to Expand Your Vocal Range Safely and Practically –