Here begins a multi part series on the care and maintenance of the singing voice. Today I will begin with vocal anatomy. Probably the three most important things a singer can do to maintain a healthy voice are understanding one’s…
Day To Day Stuff…
What does it take to produce a concert? I started with a set list. Well, actually, I picked the band, and then created the set list. The set list has already changed 3 times! I’m sure the set list will continue to…
How to Get Started with Your Band
How Everything Started My pal, the brilliant trumpet/flugelhorn/post-horn player, composer, band leader and music educator John Worley and I have decided to collaborate (can you tell I’m proud to be his friend?!). This took some time, as we began this discussion about…
The Chronicles of Putting on a Concert – Intro
Producing a Concert, Quick Introduction Over the years I’ve had several friends, family, and voice students who’ve asked, “How do you do this?” So, I thought I would offer a glimpse behind the scenes. I’ve produced several shows over the years: ongoing…
Care & Maintenance of the Singing Voice
Here begins a multi part series on the care and maintenance of the singing voice. Today I will begin with vocal anatomy. Probably the three most important things a singer can do to maintain a healthy voice are understanding one’s…
The diagnosis: Who Should Do it and Why.
If you are struggling to speak or sing there are a number of things that could be happening. Please see an ENT (Ear Nose and Throat) doctor; preferably one who specializes in singers. Please don’t risk getting the wrong diagnosis. …
Vocal Health Questionnaire
1. Are you losing your voice on a regular basis? If the answer is yes, you may be suffering from poor vocal/respiratory health and/or poor vocal technique. You may be experiencing the beginning of a decline in vocal fold function…
Vocal Health Check List
How to stay healthy is at the forefront of every professional singer’s career. Nothing is more uncomfortable than having to perform when you are not feeling well. Unlike when a guitarist replaces a string that breaks, a singer’s voice cannot…