You've never had formal singing instruction in your life, but you would like to learn how to sing? You also don't want to spend any money? Here's the perfect idea for you: watch a few YouTube channels that focus mainly on singing for beginners and those who are looking to improve their vocal techniques. Below are just […]
Singing in the shower serves as a quirk of the comedic. It is a comic relief in movies or as a stereotype of awkward roommates or bumbling spouses. But singing in the shower is one of the best ways to practice and hone your skill. Whatever the reason you sing in the shower, it has […]
Even a singer with a voice of gold needs an excellent microphone to truly shine to full potential. Whether you’re on the stage of a pub, performing in a stadium, or sitting down to record, there are many important factors to consider in your choice of microphone. While there are dozens of great microphones out […]
As a singer, you need to make sure you’re properly warming up your voice before you trying singing. Warmups will help you loosen up your vocal cords and not strain your voice. They also help you reach the notes at the top and bottom of your range so it doesn’t hurt when you sing them! […]
Diaphragmatic breathing is a very important technique in order to be a successful singer. In order to breathe properly from your diaphragm, it can be a little tricky at first. Luckily, there are vocal coaches that post on YouTube constantly in order to help ordinary people, like us, get the right balance. First, why is […]
We've all been there when we have a sore throat and have a big performance sometime in the near future. Now admit it, we all freak out internally (maybe even externally sometimes), and hit the web immediately to find a way to cure our sore throats in just one day. Don't fret (of course I […]
Falsetto is most commonly used by men and is also used by women. If you don't already know what it is, the first question you should be asking yourself is "What is falsetto?" Falsetto is the range right above your modal range, which is the typical range that people sing in. Falsetto is often used by […]
Expanding your vocal range does not have to be a hard task. If you want to be able to throw out those low, brassy alto notes, yet still sound like a fairy dancing on clouds with floaty, soprano notes, why shouldn't you be able to? Expanding your range gives you much more control over your […]
In fancy terms and according to Wikipedia, the definition of vibrato is... "...musical effect consisting of a regular, pulsating change of pitch. It is used to add expression to vocal and instrumental music." In simpler terms, it is the rapid oscillation between two pitches. Vocal vibrato is used a lot today in music and is found […]
Now, we all know someone who uses vocal fry even if you don't necessarily understand what vocal fry is. It has become a sensation and something everyone is using, but we don't always exactly realize it. So what exactly is vocal fry? According to Wikipedia, vocal fry's definition is... The lowest vocal register and is produced through a […]
Sure, you may a beginner when it comes to singing. but chances are that you will have a whole wack of memories belting out your favorite songs. Probably in private... But what if you wanted to sing more than just in private? Could you learn to control your voice so well that people can't tell the difference […]