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Temporomandibular Joint Exercise for Singers
It’s not an unusual thing this time of year to feel the impact of stress related tension. Often, as singers, we experience that tension in our jaw; our Temporomandibular joint. This quick an easy exercise will help you to release some of that tension so you can continue to sing with freedom. — TOOLS for…
View PostMy Singing Sucks! Is that really a helpful thing to Say?
There are times when we get to the end of our practice, or performance, only to realise that what we produced was not up to our personal expectations; or that of the audience! So how can we proactively respond to these inevitable moments? — TOOLS for SINGERS — * FREE 7 Day Vocal Technique Detox * More…
View PostA Quick Reminder about DIET
As the old saying goes: ‘Garbage in, Garbage out!’ Everything we put into our bodies has an impact on the health of our voice. Let’s take a quick moment to reflect on our diet. — TOOLS for SINGERS — * FREE 7 Day Vocal Technique Detox * More Vocal Exercises * Articles about Voice & Singing —…
View Post5K Subscribers – THANK YOU!
We’ve just passed the 5K subscriber mark. Thank you everyone. As a small token of my thanks I will be offering a $10 discount for the purchase of my exercise CD during the month of July (2016). Apply the coupon code (5kwoohoo) for the $10 discount. — TOOLS for SINGERS — * FREE 7 Day Vocal…
View PostTwang and Breath Pressure
Today’s Pit Stop reminds us that too much pressure when using twang can result in a constricted throat. — WATCH MORE — * Do You Have Enough Twang in your Voice? * Twang is Not Nasality! — TOOLS for SINGERS — * FREE 7 Day Vocal Technique Detox * More Vocal Exercises * Articles about Voice & Singing…
View PostHow to work SINGING TECHNIQUE into PERFORMANCE
Learning to sing can, at times, be a long and frustrating process. In this video Dr Dan discusses the advantages of taking the ‘long road’ and allowing time to do its work. — LEARN MORE — * READ: Learn more about the learning pathway here. — TOOLS for SINGERS — * FREE 7 Day Vocal Technique…
View PostShould SINGERS own a MICROPHONE?
Owning your own microphone has many advantages to the amateur and professional singer alike. What are the advantages and which microphone is best for you and your voice? — LEARN MORE — * WATCH ‘Learn to Hold a Microphone Correctly’ * READ: Article about microphones — TOOLS for SINGERS — * FREE 7 Day Vocal Technique…
View PostPractice like you Perform
Learning to practice like you perform takes ‘practice.’ Try practicing your singing in front of a mirror and perform to yourself…you might be surprised by what you see. — LEARN MORE — * WATCH: How to prepare for a LIVE singing PERFORMANCE * READ: Perfect Practice — TOOLS for SINGERS — * FREE 7 Day Vocal…
View PostCan EVERYONE become a World Class Singer?
Is it possible for anyone to become a world class singer? Is it purely based on talent, or is there more to it? Dr Dan offers his personal view on what it takes to become a great singer and how you can reach you own vocal goals. — TOOLS for SINGERS — * Vocal Exercises…
View PostWho are your LISTENING to?
Some would argue that our development as singers requires more listening than doing…and I’m inclined to agree. Who are you currently listening to? Watch & Listen to ‘Lior’ – http://bit.ly/1VRrdE9 — TOOLS for SINGERS — * Vocal Exercises * FREE articles about voice & singing — LET’S CONNECT — * YouTube: http://bit.ly/1NhnvKM * Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1wMUBOZ…
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