Posts Tagged ‘Training’

The Singers Diet?

This week we’re looking at the dietary needs of a successful singer.

The Singers’ Maybe Trap

Are You Trapped in “Maybe”? It is that special indecisiveness that can haunt a performer. What does being trapped in maybe sound like? Q: “Which will be your practice days this week?” A: “Maybe I can get in some singing on Tuesday and Thursday.” Q: “Will you approach some venues on your trip to New [...]

The Case of the One-Dimensional Voice

The Case: The one-dimensional voice The Singer: Lianna, 25 years of age, working as a legal PA and doing open mic slots on the London circuit For you? Do you ever find you want to more effectively make the sounds that you hear in your head? Case Summary: Lianna was getting great feedback about her [...]

Singing Is Like Great Sex

Take your audience into a peak experience –says Mark Baxter

The Case: A Very Tense Jaw

The Case: A very tense jaw The Singer: Larry was 23 years old, in his final year of a three-year undergraduate course in contemporary music; he was presenting five songs for his final showcase. For you? Anyone who has to locate an area of tension and reduce its effects. Case Summary: Larry had begun to [...]

Good Posture?

This week we’re taking a look at the topic of postural support.

Breath Control?

This week we’re exploring the issue of breath control in singing

One Vocalist Language?

When it comes to words for different voice qualities it’s “Vive la difference”! –says Kim Chandler

Can I Sing “Sultry-Sexy”?

Dear Doctor Jahn, I’m curious: I have a friend who sings in a sultry, airy voice. My voice is more clear (I think both styles are great) – but what is it, exactly, that makes her voice sound “breathy”? And could I do that??? Ken Dear Ken, What an interesting question! The answer is complex, [...]

Top Tips on Singing – and Life.

Jeannie Deva helps artists move ahead in every area of their career.