As a singer, learning how to adjust your vocal cords is what helps you sing low notes and high notes with ease! This is what happens when we talk about vocal registers. You may have already heard about head voice and chest voice, but what else should you know? Here, voice teacher Elaina R. breaks it down...   If you’ve ever heard a teenage boy’s voice crack (or heard your own voice break, as you try to reach a high note), you already know something about vocal registers. It may see

If you're a soprano looking for great audition songs, you've come to the right place. In this post, we'll highlight seven amazing songs that will help you showcase your vocal range and skills.  So whether you're preparing for an upcoming audition or just want to explore some new music, be sure to check out these songs! What Song Should I Do For an Audition? There are many good audition songs for sopranos to show off their vocal range and skills during an audition. Some of the best i

If you’ve ever felt confused by unfamiliar singing terms, you’re not alone. As with every specialized field, vocal professionals tend to throw around a lot of jargon or terminology that many people aren’t familiar with. If you’re interested in expanding your musical skills, this singing glossary will help you better understand music instructions and words used within singing communities. Let's get started! 50 Singing Terms and Definitions You'll find some of the most common singing

Believe it or not, famous singers aren't always perfect. In this article, we'll reveal whose bad vocal habits you can learn from. It’s easy to turn on the radio and assume that famous singers always sound incredible, but the reality is that every singer has experienced vocal faults at some point. Here are just a few examples of some of the things that can go wrong. Bad Vocal Habits of Famous Singers Pitchy, Off-Key Singing Régine Chassagne (Arcade Fire) Taylor Swift Singing

Opera singers are known as the true “vocal athletes” in the music world. They must rely entirely on their body to be heard: no microphones allowed. (Unless they’re performing in a stadium, of course)! Operatic singing requires voices that can easily be heard over a full orchestra in very large houses. Although pop music dominates today’s televised talent shows and the radio, opera is still a celebrated art form that is more accessible than ever. Every year, many young singers begi

Wondering how to be a better singer? There's more to it than knowing how to use your voice. Read on as teacher Tony F. explains...   Do you love to sing? Is singing the first thing on your mind in the morning and the last thing at night? If you can answer yes to those questions, you might be what’s known as (cue the Star Wars theme music, maestro)… a singer. Symptoms may include: rocking your head to a favorite song as you sing along while driving down the road… an unbalanced

Whether you’re a casual or an experienced singer, you can always work on improving your vocal range. Hitting those notes can make or break your confidence or performance, but the most important thing is not to hurt yourself in the process and acknowledge the constant improvement. How do I expand my vocal range? Learning and understanding how to expand the vocal range works to learn which voice type you are. Knowing what voice you are will help you understand what your general range is. 

There’s no better opportunity to practice all you’ve learned in singing lessons than in a choir. You can use choir rehearsals to work on proper vocal production and technique, while also learning to harmonize and sing with others. Joining a choir is more about just singing all your favorite songs. When you have a part in the music choir, you have the opportunity to expand your skill sets, perfect your range, and work on your stage presence. Plus, sometimes choruses provide solo opport

Singing in a “breathy voice” has a mixed reputation among singers and educators, and for good reason: it can be risky. In this article, we’ll discuss the mechanics of singing with a breathy voice, if it’s harmful, and how use to the technique safely. Remember the spectacularly cheesy film “A Walk to Remember”? In this 2002 film, Mandy Moore sings a pop ballad called “Only Hope” using excessive breathiness to create a fragile, emotionally charged aura for her character.

Ooh, girl.  Full honesty here, I read my topic for this week and I whisper-screamed “YES!!” in my little home office. As a female singer/songwriter, I have found inspiration from many a woman, from many a genre, known, and unknown. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy my favorite article to date.  Let’s start with the queen herself, Dolly Parton.  She has written more than her fair share of hits, including ones you probably had no idea that were her creations. (Hannah Montana theme song?