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Honour Your Past Do you honour your past? Each of us is the product of our past experiences: good and bad! So too it is for our singing. Our individual journeys, as developing singers, have shaped the singers we are today; and the singers we will become tomorrow. Sadly, there are some singing teachers who…
View PostEmbrace Your Singer’s Identity
Embrace Your Singer’s Identity Your Singer’s Identity! Each of us has challenges that we must face in order to become the singer we were born to be. In Australia, we have a cultural hurdle to success called the ‘Tall Poppy Syndrome.’ This cultural challenge seeks to undermine individual success by cutting down those who seek to…
View PostIt’s all about the Breath
It’s all about the Breath It can be surprising how many voice related issues can be traced back to poor breath management. Air fuels the voice, so if the singer is incapable of managing the breath stream, the sound can be inconsistent. Poor air flow management can also lead to high levels of tension because the…
View PostThe Importance of Starting a Singing Phrase Well
The Importance of Starting a Singing Phrase Well The Importance of Starting a Singing Phrase Well cannot be underestimated! How your voice commences the phrase is important…because it’s often the way your voice will finish the phrase. Let’s talk about this all-important point in your singing. Learn More About Phrasing for Singing — TOOLS for SINGERS…
View PostYou are NEVER too old to Sing
You are NEVER too old to Sing! Today’s vocal pitstop is dedicated to those subscribers who have life experience. We are often bombarded with the ‘cult of youth;’ the idea that younger is better. Don’t fall for this social lie! The older voice has so much to offer. Always remember – You are NEVER too old…
View PostLet’s GROW our Voice Essentials Community
Let’s GROW our Voice Essentials Community Let’s GROW our Voice Essentials Community. Thank you for being a part of it! Please take a moment to share your favourite Dr Dan video via your favourite social media platform. We’ll all benefit from having more singers involved in Voice Essentials. — TOOLS for SINGERS — * FREE 7…
View PostAutomate Your Vocal Technique
Learning to automate your vocal technique requires diligent repetition. In this video, Dr Dan discusses the process of developing your vocal technique to the point of automated response. — TOOLS for SINGERS — * FREE 7 Day Vocal Technique Detox * More Vocal Exercises * Articles about Voice & Singing — LET’S CONNECT — * YouTube: http://bit.ly/1NhnvKM…
View PostBeat the Developmental Plateau
As we move along our developmental journey with our singing, at some point we will reach a plateau. These are important parts of the journey that should be celebrated because they often come about when we’ve accomplished a milestone. The danger of the developmental plateau is the temptation to stop altogether; settling for what we\’ve…
View PostWinning the Mental Game of Singing
Learning to sing is simply about notes and lyrics. Learn to win the mental game of singing with a few helpful and encouraging tips from Dr Dan. — TOOLS for SINGERS — * FREE 7 Day Vocal Technique Detox * More Vocal Exercises * Articles about Voice & Singing — LET’S CONNECT — * YouTube: http://bit.ly/1NhnvKM *…
View PostUSQ McGregor Summer School 2017
Join Dr Dan as he takes you through the necessary techniques (breath management, twang, belt, body alignment etc.) and performance skills (mic technique, stage craft) required by today’s singer. The practically applied theory will undergird your preparation of solo performance pieces; all of which will be under the careful instruction of Dr Dan’s encouraging guidance….
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