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Saturday, June 19, 2010
#1 Rule for Singers - Protect Your voice
As singers we depend upon our voice to consistently deliver a well executed sound. To know that every time we sing we can be assured that we get the sound we want is perhaps the biggest confidence-builder. We no longer have to be concerned about our singing....or do we?
Every singer at one time or the other has experienced a dry throat which impairs the singing.
And the dreaded mucous that blocks our sound puts the vocalist in a terrible position. Then, of course, some of us experience the emabarrasing breaking or cracking of the tone, especially on a higher pitch. The feeling of fear or extreme nervousness man cause an otherwise smooth and even sounding voice to shake or tremble.
All of these physical symptoms are a red flag meaning that your voice is not being protected properly. And you will continue to have these vocal problems unless you do something about it now. So, to help you out, I have listed some of the top reasons for vocal abuse along with what you can do about it.
- Protect your voice by warming up for at least 20 minutes before singing.
- Hydrate your vocal cords by drinking plenty of room temperature water.
- Avoid ice or cold drinks as cold will restrict your vocal folds (cords).
- Never consume dairy products 4-6 hours before you sing, as mucous will develop.
- Absolutely no smoking (obviously),or caffeine. Caffeine drys out the vocal cords.
- Refrain from yelling or screaming. Over time, this habit may cause vocal nodules.
- The day of performance, rest your speaking voice completely.
- Chocolate is not good for the voice before singing.
- On cold, drafty days, wear a scarf to protect your throat.
- Avoid throat lozengers unless they have glycerin in them.
These are the most common. For questions shoot me an email. vocalprolessons@yahoo.com
Friday, February 12, 2010
Meeting Singer Vince Gill
I had the pleasure of meeting grammy recording artist, singer Vince Gill and what a nice guy he is. Not only does he have a great voice, he can play a mean guitar and mandolin. Nice meeting you Vince!
Being a vocal coach, I can't help but evaluate a singers voice regardless of who they are or
where they perform. www.singtome.com As I sat listening to Vince Gills voice I noticed what great breath control he has when he sings. Whether he was sitting down or standing up, it was obvious to me that he had mastered the art of breathing (a difficult technique). Having complete control over his voice gave him total freedom to express himself. He is also able to use his full vocal range with the smoothest transition from his full voice to his falsetto voice There was no sound of aspiration (intaking of air as he inhaled.) His tonal attack was as smoothe as silk and his diction is impeccable.
Some recording stars just don't sound good when they sing live. Without help from talented
studio engineers, the voice can lack energy and fullness. Not so with Vince.
Being a vocal coach, I can't help but evaluate a singers voice regardless of who they are or
where they perform. www.singtome.com As I sat listening to Vince Gills voice I noticed what great breath control he has when he sings. Whether he was sitting down or standing up, it was obvious to me that he had mastered the art of breathing (a difficult technique). Having complete control over his voice gave him total freedom to express himself. He is also able to use his full vocal range with the smoothest transition from his full voice to his falsetto voice There was no sound of aspiration (intaking of air as he inhaled.) His tonal attack was as smoothe as silk and his diction is impeccable.
Some recording stars just don't sound good when they sing live. Without help from talented
studio engineers, the voice can lack energy and fullness. Not so with Vince.
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