Dileesa Hunter
 
Typically, you’re at your vocal in your late 20’s or during your 30’s.  Your chance of getting to this point is increased with vocal lessons.  I saw an award show last night where one act should have been a prime example of this, but it was clear that wasn’t the case.  Many of you want to be on stage constantly in front of your fans until you’re old and gray.  That’s definitely possible, but you’ve got to take the proper steps.  Barbara Streisand, Patti Labelle, and others are still doing what they love because they have vocal coaches helping to keep their voice in tip top shape.  At this point, I urge you to make a decision about your vocal career.  Where has it been?  Where is it now?  Where do you want it to go?  If you’re serious about singing, stop making excuses and get vocal lessons.  They’re affordable and necessary.  Remember, this is your life.  You are responsible for your success.  Since this is supposed to be your passion, go all out.  Do everything in your power to be at your vocal best to get the vocal results you desire!


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Here’s an article about how voice projection and confidence go hand in hand. http://www.squidoo.com/how-to-make-your-voice-deeper

 
 
I just found one of my articles on how to breathe for singing on the first page of google! Thanks Kevin! Here’s the link http://musicianhome.com/singing/how-to-breathe-for-singing-3-tips-that-work

 
 
 
 
I loved this tip from Aussie Vocal Coach about singing from your diaphragm. He says, ‘If you tighten your ribcage in any way when inhaling, you diaphragm will NOT flatten out and the air will get stuck in the chest’ Great explanation! You can watch here: http://www.aussievocalcoach.com/2011/02/20/singing-basics-how-to-breathe-from-your-diaphragm/

 
 
My focus this week has been breathing techniques. Some of the artists whose breathing technique I marvel at includes Jazmine Sullivan, Smokie Norful, Rachelle Ferrell and Barbara Streisand. Here are 3 ways to breathe when singing that work!!


 

  1. l Breathe deeply each time. Focus on expanding your lower abdomen. Relax the shoulders and neck. These all work together inversely. The more tense your neck and shoulders are, the less deep your breaths will be and vice versa. A good way to practice this is by gently swaying back and forth allowing your head to 'bob' from side to side while breathing in through your nose. This helps to relax the body and the effort to draw in air is focused on the diaphragm.
     
    2. Imagine yourself trying to stay full of air while you sing. This is great because so many people undoubtedly feel the need to 'empty' the air while they sing. If one imagines themselves trying to keep the air in while they are singing, their phrases and tone quality will improve because they will now be more in control of the flow of air due to the downward pressure. Some envision this as a bowl movement feeling. If you think of your abdomen being pushed 'out- and - down' as you sing, you will find yourself with much more breath control.

    3. When you are running out of air, do not collapse your chest or tense up. Keep your ribcage high to maximize air flow.

 

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