Vocal fry is a strange and often misunderstood vocal register. While it sounds a bit weird and wouldn't be people's first choice when singing or talking, it has its place in the world and is more common than you think. Unravelling the mystery around vocal fry can even lead to

The word falsetto was taken from the word 'false' because it was recognised as different to the normal singing voice. As a singer, it is important to understand the defining features of falsetto so that you can differentiate your falsetto from your normal vocal range. In this article, I will

The term head voice is commonly misused, often describing the falsetto voice register. However, with modern knowledge of anatomy and physiology, the distinction between head voice, chest voice and falsetto has been made more clear. In this article, I will clearly define head voice so that you no longer have

As a singer, I'm sure you hear the words 'chest voice' all the time. When learning to sing, it is difficult when everyone has a different definition or can't describe it to you at all. That is why I have created this article, so you can finally answer the question:

Harmonies are a daunting concept to beginner singers. Not only do you have to focus on your pitch and rhythm, but you also have to sing an unusual melody over the top of the melody you are used to singing. Learning to harmonize is not as hard as you think

The age-old question every singing student asks is how to switch from chest voice to head voice. Making the transition smooth will help make your voice sound more balanced and skilful. Fortunately, this is something that anyone can learn with practice. This article will show you how. The switch between

Singers teachers all over the world use the term 'singing from your diaphragm'. This terminology can confuse singing students, who usually struggle to understand this unique concept. Coming from a medical and musical background, this is something that I am able to understand, and hopefully help you understand too. You

The shape of your mouth makes a difference when you sing. You may have noticed the exaggerated mouth movements of singers on stage and wondered what the reason was. This article explains the 5 main mouth shapes and when they should be used. Mouth shape when singing is is used

It's normal to feel like your vocal range is holding you back from singing the songs you love. After all, we try to copy singers who have made a career out of their voice. But you shouldn't feel limited by your natural vocal range. In this article, I will explain

Many singers have a strong chest voice, but find they start to sound weak and airy as they reach their head voice. This is completely normal, but incredibly annoying when trying to sing powerful higher notes. Singing louder in head voice is something that comes easily with training, so I

Head voice is a much more popular term among females than it is among male singers. This is primarily due to the confusion between head voice and falsetto. Many people believe that falsetto is the same as the male head voice, but this is not true. This article will help

The introduction of TV, computers and smartphones has slowly introduced poor posture in many people. As a singer, it is important to maintain correct singing posture in order to maximise your lung capacity and improve airflow and resonance in the upper body. For those that need a gentle reminder, this

Have you ever heard a singer hit a note that doesn't sound right, or makes you cringe? That is usually because they are singing off-pitch. This is something that every singer faces at some point in their singing career, but some people struggle with it more than others. In this

When used correctly, vocal vibrato can add something beautiful to a performance. But for some, this controlled wobble in the voice does not come naturally. For those wondering how long it takes to learn vibrato singing, I have outlined what you can expect in the article below. Vibrato is a

Every singer must learn to control their voice if they want to get the best out of their performance. A lack of control can lead to unnecessary mistakes or even vocal fatigue. This is a common question for singers, which is why I've put together this little guide to help