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The Effects of Tobacco, Vaping, and Cannabis on Your Voice
Photo by elsaolofsson on Pixabay Read Time: 4mins In today’s society, the prevalence of smoking, vaping, and cannabis use has raised considerable concern, particularly for those who rely on their vocal health, such as singers, speakers, and performers. It’s crucial to understand how these habits can detrimentally affect vocal health. Understanding Our Voice Our voice…
View PostDr Dan’s Guide to Alleviating Singing Tension
Read Time: 3mins Hello, everyone! Dr Dan here, and today I’m eager to engage with you on a crucial subject that resonates with all singers—mitigating vocal tension. Tension can often be a barrier to our vocal performance; however, we can eradicate this obstacle with the appropriate strategies. Let’s unpack six techniques, all of which have…
View PostUnlocking the Secrets of Vocal Hydration
Read Time: 4mins G’day, fellow vocal enthusiasts! I’m Dr Dan, and together we’re venturing into the realm of vocal health. Today, we’re unravelling the mysteries of vocal hydration, a critical component for everyone who loves to sing or speak publicly. We’re pitting two popular devices, Personal Steam Inhalers and Nebulizers, head-to-head and will uncover their…
View PostTonsillectomy and Vocal Health: What Singers Need to Know
Read Time: 3mins A tonsillectomy can bring relief and various health benefits to those who require it. However, singers may be concerned about this procedure’s potential impact on their voice. In this short blog post, we’ll explore the effects of a tonsillectomy on vocal performance and provide some insights, expert observations, and practical guidance for…
View PostRest, Hydrate, and Recover: A Singer’s Guide to Beating Illness
Hello there! Let’s talk about tips to get sick singers back to their full vocal health. If you’re a singer who is currently sick or want to be prepared for when you do get sick, this blog is for you. Rest is Key As boring as it sounds, rest is the most important thing to…
View PostDevelop Better Vocal Health in 2017
7 Steps to Better Vocal Health: What are your goals for the new year? Lose weight, eat healthily, spend more time with family and friends? More specifically, what are your singing goals for 2017? Better pitch accuracy, more performing and successful auditions are among the top goals I hear every January when my studio opens for…
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