I just got a great question about classically trained singers having trouble using mics. I am a classical/operatic soprano who is starting to do live radio and studio work. I also play guitar to accompany myself on some original songs. My vocals are fabulous when I’m at home practicing, but when I find myself in… Read More » about Why Singing On Mic is Hard For Opera Singers
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The confusion of differing vocal training methods
I’ve had a lot of queries about my vocal lessons which start with the question “what method of vocal training do you use?” A fair enough question, but more complicated to answer than you might think. I teach my trademarked method “Power, Path & Performance”. It is a three-pronged approach to training voices that I… Read More » about The confusion of differing vocal training methods
What A Tight Tongue Can Do To Your Singing
Your tongue is connected to more than you think. Use it the wrong way and it can cause trouble. That sounds like something your mother would tell you, doesn’t it:) Well, here’s how speaking or singing with a tight tongue can affect your voice: A tightness in the root or base of the tongue will… Read More » about What A Tight Tongue Can Do To Your Singing
Why Studio Singing Is Hard For Guitar Players
Singing at a studio mic can be frustrating for guitar players. I will illustrate with a true story: When I first moved to Nashville many years ago, I was singing backgrounds in a “simul-session”. These sessions were where the musicians, background vocalists and lead singers recorded together at the same time. Like live TV- if… Read More » about Why Studio Singing Is Hard For Guitar Players
The #1 Vocal Mistake Made By Musicians In Live Performance
Performers come up in my list of favorites based on one thing: Do they get my emotional attention? There is a reason that Bob Dylan, Jackson Browne and John Mayer don’t move me in live performance like Bono, Sting and Mat Kearney do. The difference is surely NOT in brilliant, creative musicianship.. all six are… Read More » about The #1 Vocal Mistake Made By Musicians In Live Performance
Is Your Voice Too Breathy? Here’s a simple test (very simple)
I have noticed something in many of my students who are overcoming breathiness that I’d like to pass on to you. If you are practicing correctly to eliminate this voice-stealing and possibly damaging habit (speaking or singing too breathy), you will notice this: Your throat will be much less dry so you will find yourself… Read More » about Is Your Voice Too Breathy? Here’s a simple test (very simple)
31 Gift Ideas for Singers and Speakers You Love
Thanks for your interest in gift ideas for voices. You’ve come to an older blogpost with outdated links. For the newest gift list for voices, updated yearly for fresh ideas and current links, please CLICK HERE. See you over there! xo Judy
Recovering Your Voice After Respiratory Illness
Recognize the steaming pot of water plus towel over head strategy? It helps! NOTE: You may wish to visit this updated post which also offers a free download of recovery vocal exercises: Laryngitis Scare – How To Get Your Voice Back Tiz the season to be sneezing! Sometimes, even with our best preventative efforts, we… Read More » about Recovering Your Voice After Respiratory Illness
Jaw Popping, Tired Voice? Here’s help
I just received a comment on one of my articles about the jaw. Here’s the question: “I am 13, and do a lot of singing. My jaw always pops in and out of place when I’m singing recently, and my voice is getting really tired. Is my jaw the cause of my voice feeling tired?”… Read More » about Jaw Popping, Tired Voice? Here’s help
Should You Eat Before You Sing?
I got a question in last week’s comments about eating before singing. The short answer: Yes, and No. The longer answer: Yes, you can eat before singing… if you haven’t eaten enough. You need to eat an easy-to-digest but nutrient-packed meal or snack, or you will not have the breath support or energy you need… Read More » about Should You Eat Before You Sing?