Singing Tips Category: Performance
Ten Things I Hate About Your Voice
Ten Nastiest Comments Over the past twenty plus years of my singing teaching career, I think I’ve heard it all when it comes to the types of things that singers have said to them about their voice. Sometimes people are complimentary, and at other times people are downright rude and insulting. In today’s video, I…
View PostImprove Your Church Singing
Contemporary Worship Singers Every Sunday morning millions of singers step on to stage to lead their congregations in worship. More often than not, these contemporary worship singers have little to no voice training and expose their voices to significant wear and tear under the ever-increasing expectations required by the contemporary worship space. If you’re a…
View PostCan Anyone Learn to Sing …REALLY?
Can Anyone Learn to Sing There is one question I am asked more than any other, “Can anyone learn to Sing.” I mean, really! Is it possible for anyone to transform their voice from woeful to hopeful or is the ‘Anyone Can Learn to Sing’ mantra just some capitalist spin designed to keep voice teachers…
View PostAre these BARRIERS holding you BACK?
Barriers to Singing Today we’re going to talk about five barriers that every singer will encounter at some stage along their learn to sing journey. Most importantly, I’m going to give you full-proof ways that you can bust through those barriers so that you can realise the full potential of your voice. If you’ve lost…
View PostDo this EVERY TIME before you sing!
Vocal Warmup Routine A vocal warmup routine doesn’t need to employ fancy singing exercises to be super effective. Today I’m going to walk you through a straightforward collection of activities perfect for the beginner singer, specially designed and organised to prepare your voice for excellent singing. In many respects, a vocal warmup routine is an…
View PostHow to get your Music Videos noticed on YouTube
YouTube Singing Videos Today I want to help you get more positive views and reviews on your YouTube singing videos, as well as offer some helpful tips designed to build resilience around your brand. YouTube is awash with millions of artists vying for a minute of the viewing public’s time and interest. So how does…
View PostWant to become a Professional Singer? WATCH THIS!
Professional Singer I know when I first started to sing professionally, I had no idea how to get my first paid gig, let alone what I should charge. So today we’re going to take a look at the two main routes to being a professional singer as well as some ideas that I know will…
View PostAntidepressant Medications and the Singer’s Voice
Antidepressant Medications There are countless reasons why a singer might be prescribed mood stabilising drugs or antidepressant medications. From stress and general anxiety through to major depressive episodes, the reasons for pharmaceutical intervention are unique for every individual and require a tailored approach. We now understand that psychological conditions affecting our mood and our general…
View PostThe Impact of Alcohol on the Singing Voice
Alcohol One of the reasons why alcohol has become an issue for some singers is because of the Rock n Roll culture that tends to follow the pubs and clubs scene. It’s not unusual, for example, for a band in residency at the local club to be offered an open bar tab during their set….
View PostWhat should singers eat and drink?
Singers Diet Have you taken a moment to consider your singers diet? How does your daily diet affect your voice and your singing? As vocal athletes, we need to consider every aspect of our existence and how our everyday habits might be impacting the condition of our voice. Garbage in, garbage out right! And the…
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