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What is a Vocal Swing?

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Karlene Wray explains to VoiceCouncil Magazine her demanding role in the West End’s Lion King. Leontine Hass, Director of the Associated Studios group, reveals how to best face these vocal challenges.

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Your Gig Day Warm Up pt. 2

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Vocal Coach and Rehabilitation Specialist, Dane Chalfin, urges singers to focus on ‘evidence’ not ‘eminence’ when seeking voice training.

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Singing Survival Tactics


NBC reality show singers share essential lessons with all vocalists.

We’ve just finished participating in NBC’s Sing-Off – an elimination-style singing competition between America’s top a cappella groups.

Our group, Urban Method, battled 15 other groups, raced against the clock as each week, and was confronted with surprise song challenges.

We performed with Flo Rida, Sara Bareilles, Ben Folds, and other groups; more importantly, it stretched us to our limits and taught us some critical musical lessons that we’d like to > read more

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Overcome Singing Constriction

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VoiceCouncil Magazine presents “Coached” – in this episode Juno nominated rock star Katie Rox tackles vocal constriction with the help of Speech-Language Pathologist Shelagh Davies.

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Vocal Technique That Works


She had every reason to stop singing – but she refused to give up.

Cathrine Sadolin is among the leading voice researchers in the world.

Her writing and master classes have now developed into a vocal Institute with a team of trained associates who work all over the globe.

We thought it would be interesting to ask Cathrine to tell us about her personal journey with vocal technique.

You’ve taught singing technique to thousands of singers, but when did you first ‘bump into’ the need for vocal technique in your own singing?
When I opened my mouth I had every issue imaginable! You see, I was not your typical singer. I originally began singing to help my asthma. Of course I fell in love with music and performance, but was plagued by difficulties: I was constantly hoarse, had lots of air in my voice, a restricted range and no volume.

How did you deal with these issues?
At first I didn’t. My voice teachers didn’t > read more

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Posture for the Vocalist

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Posture for the Vocalist

Vocal Coach and Rehabilitation Specialist Dane Chalfin urges singers to focus on ‘evidence’ not ‘eminence’ when seeking voice training.

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Twist Your Vocal Warm Up

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Twist Your Vocal Warm Up

Kim Chandler, creator of the Funky ‘n Fun vocal training series, shares insights for singers on keeping their whole self engaged when doing their vocal warm ups.

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Learning Your Song: The Essentials


Giving your song more soul is possible – says Jeannie Deva

You might think the steps of learning a song obvious: learn the words; learn the melody.

Singers who succeed find that there is actually more to it than this.

By following the 11 steps below, I think you’ll discover a more > read more

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Your Starting Note – Top 5 Tips


No more fumbling; you can find that first note every time – says Joey Elkins.

A certain beginning to every song in your line-up will make for a stronger performance.

Here are the tips, tricks and ideas I’ve seen vocalists use to get that sometimes elusive first note.

1. Record Your Band’s Intro at a Rehearsal…
Why not just use an app on your smart phone at the next rehearsal to record all of the intros – and listen to these over and over again in your spare time away from the band. Immerse yourself > read more

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Garfunkel’s Elusive Voice


Check out this new piece in our Vocal Injury 101 Series – by Megan Gloss

Case: Art Garfunkel
Diagnosis: Vocal Paresis

While Simon & Garfunkel often are regarded for Paul Simon’s brilliantly crafted melodies, it’s the voice of Art Garfunkel that lends the classic folk/rock duo its signature harmonic sound.

And, though Garfunkel’s voice has been noted for changing throughout the years, it still is considered by many to be one of the most distinguishable and favored voices in the history of popular music.

After years of musical separation, Simon & Garfunkel reunited, announcing a > read more

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