Effective Lead Vocals Part 2
Microphone Technique Many vocalists are in the habit of "eating" the microphone which means staying so close to it that the lips touch the mike. The problem is that as you sing louder, [...]
Effective Lead Vocals Part 1
What makes one singer's voice "really do it to you" while another's leaves you feeling ho-hum? Is it just that some have it and some don't - Some indescribable and mysterious achievement of [...]
Finding the Right Microphone
This month’s vocal tip is adapted from Jeannie Deva’s eBook: Singer’s Guide to Powerful Performances, Chapter 22: Finding the Right Microphone. What a Difference a Mic Makes The microphone is the gateway to your [...]
What a Difference a Room Makes
If you do all your practicing in the same room, you may be setting yourself up for a difficulty you’d never suspect. Read my story and you’ll see what I mean. Some years [...]
3 Tips to Sing Better Fast
You love to sing. You do whatever it takes to sound good, but it’s not always easy. You have your embarrassing moments. Sometimes your voice feels tight. Sometimes you get the note but [...]
Physical Exercise and Weight Training for Singers
Singer Case Study Some years ago I was teaching a singer in a Rock band who was rather physically frail. I was working with him on developing his vocal power while eliminating [...]
Vocal Care Part One
I hope your holiday season has been enjoyable so far. To prevent vocal problems from ruining things,this month's Vocal Tip will give you several remedies that you can use on a tired and [...]
Classical vs. Contemporary Vocal Technique
I recently received two questions from a reader that I think are of importance to every Popular(Pop) music singer. They deal with freedom of self expression and your choice of musical styles. Q: "Dear [...]
Nodes and Polyps
Q: A singer develops nodules or polyps on their vocal cords from overuse, what is the likelihood of recovery and continued success as a vocalist?" Nola A: First of all, nodules (nodes) and polyps are not [...]
Vocal Recording Tips for Singers
Hope you’re all doing well. This month’s Vocal Tip is a question about recording that was sent to me and my answer which I hope you find informative. Q. “My voice sounds different on [...]