I got an email from someone recently who said they thought they sang better with their eyes open instead of closed and wondered why. Well, actually you CAN sing just fine with your eyes closed.Or not. What matters is what else you’re doing with your eyes closed. It WON’T work if: You are going too… Read More » about Singing with your eyes closed
All Things Vocal Blog & Podcast
What does a recording studio producer, vocal producer, vocal consultant, vocal arranger, music director DO?
I was asked to clarify what a vocal producer did recently, and did it mean the same thing as a vocal arranger. Here are some services available for recording projects and live performances that may interest you and help you define, find and hire what you really need: RECORDING STUDIO PRODUCER Like a commander-in-chief, this… Read More » about What does a recording studio producer, vocal producer, vocal consultant, vocal arranger, music director DO?
TMJ issues affecting the voice
I got a great question emailed to me recently concerning TMJ issues and the voice. Here is the email: Thank you for writing this blog and all the great information you provide. I have a vocal problem, and I can’t seem to find an answer. Hope you can help. I have been singing all my… Read More » about TMJ issues affecting the voice
4 Steps of Vocal Training
I believe that there are four steps to vocal training. These are the steps I take: 1. ACCESS THE VOICE It’s important to discover your vocal strengths and weaknesses because only by becoming aware can you change or keep doing things on purpose that work. As part of an assessment, you should also explore your… Read More » about 4 Steps of Vocal Training
Things I’ve learned from other vocal coaches
I went to a workshop last week in Nashville taught by veteran vocal coach Jeannie Deva who came in from LA. I was so happy I went, because she is delightful and I learned some things. I never want to stop learning. When I expose myself to others in my field, I come away with… Read More » about Things I’ve learned from other vocal coaches
Finding Your Voice – how it can help psychologically
The human voice communicates from the inside out. As a vocal coach, I have discovered that when I help someone “find their voice”- the full instrument – this is often accompanied by a fullness and wholeness in the human psyche. Many times it is psychological blocks that keep the voice small, thin, strained and weak…. Read More » about Finding Your Voice – how it can help psychologically
The Ribcage Stretch for the Voice
I recently happened to find a great stretch for the upper back for singers and have been asked what it was, so here you go! Why we need this stretch: In the middle of your upper spine is a point which is very important to the voice because of what it does for your breath… Read More » about The Ribcage Stretch for the Voice
Need to learn a different vocal style?
Sometimes our musical hearts are not where our vocal training is. Sometimes a classically trained singer or musical theater performer wants to find a more contemporary sound so they can sing pop, country, jazz, r&b, rock, or alternative in a way that fits the genre. Other times, a contemporary genre artist may wish to explore… Read More » about Need to learn a different vocal style?
Sounding Our Political Voices
As a vocal instructor, I am always looking for ways to be of service and offer helpful guidance to my students. Given the state of our economy, country and the volatility in the world right now, I would like to share a ‘powerful and positive path’ to facilitate your political voice as we move toward… Read More » about Sounding Our Political Voices
Performance: How to make your next one masterful
Performance is an art, not a science. But as in all art, there are techniques to learn, especially the subtle ones, which can bring it into the realm of masterpiece. First you must learn to sing well. Duh. It matters… if you are screaming, if you have a weak “spread tone” or you don’t articulate… Read More » about Performance: How to make your next one masterful