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Overcome Singing Practice Procrastination
Just Start Singing! Dr Dan discusses the importance of overcoming procrastination in both completing his doctorate and singing practice, emphasising that the hardest part is often to just start singing. He shares his experience of enjoying the process once engaged and highlights the similarities between writing and practising vocal technique. Dr Dan invites viewers to…
View PostWill Singing Lessons change my Voice?
Change my Voice? This question is often mentioned as a comment in conversation with someone stating that they don’t want to get singing lessons because they are concerned it will change their sound. Dr Dan addresses the common concern of whether singing lessons will change my voice and clears up the misunderstanding of how singing…
View PostDeveloping Body Form for Better Singing
Body Form Unlock the full potential of your voice and elevate your singing performance to new heights! Discover the transformative power of body form and how it can revolutionize your singing experience. In this must-watch video, Dr. Dan shares his expert insights on achieving balance, coordination, and body awareness to create harmonious vocal synergy. Don’t…
View PostWhy doesn’t Dr Dan tune his voice?
Digitally Tuned? Tired of hearing digitally tuned vocals in singing lessons? Join Dr Dan for a refreshing and authentic approach to vocal training that embraces the natural imperfections of the human voice. Unlike other coaches who rely on auto-tune to achieve perfect pitch, Dr Dan prioritises refining pitch accuracy without chasing unachievable perfection. In his…
View PostWhat is a Dysphonic Voice?
Dysphonic Voice Dr Dan reveals the mysteries behind dysphonic voice and dysphonia, exploring the causes, effects, and solutions to voice abnormalities. From mild hoarseness to severe muscle tension dysphonia (MTD), learn how factors like misuse, inhaled corticosteroids, asthma, and tobacco smoking can impact your voice. Gain expert insights into the spectrum of dysphonic severity and…
View PostWhat does it mean to be ‘Successful’ at singing?
Successful Singing Dr. Dan emphasises the importance of understanding personal success in singing and how achieving successful singing can lead to numerous benefits for the singer. By setting specific, measurable, and achievable goals tailored to one’s own circumstances and aspirations, singers can experience a sense of accomplishment and personal growth in their successful singing journey….
View PostThe Upside of Diminishing Return
The learning plateau There is an upside to diminishing returns. Great vocal rewards await those who tenaciously stick with their pathway of learning. But it takes time, patience, and a lot of hard work. Keep going. — TOOLS for SINGERS — * FREE 7 Day Vocal Technique Detox * More Vocal Exercises * Articles about Voice &…
View PostDeveloping Vocal Confidence
Developing Vocal Confidence For some people, choosing to sing in public is akin to a fate worse than death. It takes a lot of courage to energise the voice to be heard clearly, but it’s this same energy that empowers the voice to perform well. — TOOLS for SINGERS — * FREE 7 Day Vocal Technique…
View PostThe Dunning-Kruger Effect in Singing
Dunning-Kruger Effect The Dunning-Kruger Effect, simply defined, recognises that you don’t know what you don’t know even though you think you know. Perhaps the best example of the Dunning-Kruger Effect in Singing is observed in TV Talent shows like American Idol when we see people step up to the microphone and give a sub-par performance…
View PostHow old are you in Voice Years?
Vocal Aging In one sense this all leads back to a truism I share a lot here at Voice Essentials: Use it or lose it! Practically, if you want a voice that maintains its youthful glow, then keep singing throughout your life. Maintain your vocal health and actively seek to reduce or remove lifestyle choices…
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