Stage fright What is stage fright? A straightforward definition of stage fright can be found in the other term widely used for this condition: performance anxiety. Simply put, it is fear leading to nervousness before – or during – appearing and performing in public, whether it is as a singer, instrumentalist, or public speaker. Stage fright has numerous presentations […]
Muscle Tension Dysphonia.
What is Muscle Tension Dysphonia in Singers? Muscle tension dysphonia (MTD) is a common cause of vocal problems for singers, and occurs, to put it very plainly, when muscles that should not be used are being used for sound production. During normal, healthy singing, only the vocal chords should move, and there should be no tension in surrounding musculature. Instead, we […]
SINGING – Notes about posture.
Singing – Posture for optimum performance. The stage is a platform projecting the artist’s sense of “Self”. When a singer, or any other performer, instrumentalist or public speaker, walks on to a stage, the audience will immediately sub-consciously pick up messages from their appearance – and from their posture and body language. These messages, albeit subtle […]
Learn Singing with a Proven Teacher.
Learn singing…. with a skilled vocal coach. There is no doubt that everyone has some natural ability to sing, and many people, especially adult singers, have developed their own unique style of singing. However, making the choice to learn singing with a skilled teacher will see singers accomplish vocal production using correct technique, optimise the use of their […]
Vocal Hygiene for Singers
WHAT DO SINGERS MEAN BY “GOOD VOCAL HYGIENE”? Professional singers use their voices more extensively, and in a more strenuous manner, than most people. For that reason, it is vital to educate yourself, be judicious in the use of, and diligent in the care of, the voice. It’s a bit like the old adage… “No hoof, no […]
