This week we’re looking at the challenges you’ve faced as vocalists. As in life, the singers journey is one that is fraught with challenges. Perhaps it is your struggle to reach that illusive ‘high note‘ or maybe it is the battle to combat anxiety or stage fright. However, whatever your problem, it is our ability [...]
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The Best Warm Up
This week we’re looking at how you prepare for performance. Recently on ‘VoiceCouncil.com’, Vocal Coach and Rehabilitation Specialist, Dane Chalfin has been talking us through his great Gig Day Warmup, However, as every voice, and indeed every person is unique, it’s important that we experiment to find the routine that works for us. This week we’d [...]
Your Inspiration
This week we’re finding out about the music that has inspired you as a vocalist As vocalists we are exposed to countless pieces of music every day, most of which will pass through our lives without us even noticing. However, for reasons often not known to us, there are certain songs and albums that manage [...]
Your Dream Duet
This week we’re looking at collaborations and finding out which singers or artists you would most like to share the stage with. As singers we gain our inspiration from many different places but for many it is the pursuit to sing like our idols that encourages us the most. Lets dream for a second: what if [...]
The Perfect Vocal Mic
This week we’re delving into the world of vocal mics to see which makes & models are hitting the right notes with singers today. It may only be small but the humble microphone is arguably the most important tool in the singer’s arsenal. However, with such a variety of choices on the market, it can [...]
Standing out from the Crowd
This week we’re looking at cover songs, and how we can ensure our versions stand out from the crowd. As vocalists, it is more than likely that we will spend a percentage of our time covering other people’s material. However (despite the preconception), this is never as easy as simply remembering the lyrics! In order [...]
Reach That Elusive High Note
Re-think the way you approach notes at the top of your range –says Simone Niles
The Secrets of Recording Success
This week we’re finding out about the secrets of singing success in the ‘studio’! The vocal booth can often be an intimidating place for a singer, even if it is at home. However, when used effectively it can allow us can create true moments of magic.’ We’d love to know your secrets to recording success [...]
Better to be fit?
This week we’re asking if being fit makes you a better singer! There are many reasons to keep fit and doing so can have many personal benefits. We’d like to know: do you think that one of these benefits is that you are able to sing better as a result… So the question is: “Is it [...]
NEW Vocal Coach in Residence: Simone Niles
She’s moved between The Royal Albert Hall and her community choir.


