Vocal Health

A Beginner’s Guide to the Anatomy of the Voice

2026-04-02T13:01:35+01:00

No matter the level of singing you consider yourself to have, I think it is important to learn about the anatomy of the voice. It helps to understand on a human, biological level exactly what is happening when you are/are not singing- it can help you to understand others’ voices as well. This will be a beginner’s guide/starter kit into the world of the voice. I would like to note that in this article I will be mostly focusing on what is happening in the head and throat, I will not be delving into what is happening with the chest down [...]

A Beginner’s Guide to the Anatomy of the Voice2026-04-02T13:01:35+01:00

How to Approach Singing Lessons as an Adult

2026-03-31T11:39:13+01:00

Starting anything later in life is always a challenge, singing is no different. A lot of adults, and even people in their late teens are timid about approaching learning this new skill. It can be intimidating, but it's all about starting small. Like learning a new language, one starts with learning vocabulary and slowly adds on until there are full sentences and conversations. Starting Singing as an Adult When I work with adult students who have not yet had voice lessons I reassure them that while it seems like a goal that is hard to reach, with the correct steps it [...]

How to Approach Singing Lessons as an Adult2026-03-31T11:39:13+01:00

Understanding Chest, Head and Mix Voice

2026-02-12T10:23:37+00:00

Understanding how to sing can feel like putting together a puzzle without the cover photo; you know you have the pieces, but you’re just not quite sure how they’re supposed to fit together. So let’s dig into this jigsaw. The voice is made up of two different registers. The chest voice, the head voice, and what I call the middle voice- which is a mixture of the two that lies in the middle. In order to find these registers in your own voice/body, all you have to do is pay attention to how and where you feel your body vibrate or [...]

Understanding Chest, Head and Mix Voice2026-02-12T10:23:37+00:00

Breath Management for Singers Appoggio Support and Air Control

2026-02-12T10:18:03+00:00

Mastering one’s breath is the key to maintaining vocal health and the most important piece of successful singing. Not just a simple mechanism snuck away in the subconscious labyrinth of our brain, when brought to the main focus, breathing holds the answer to any of your “why can’t I sing that” or “why doesn’t this work” questions. The “appoggio”, coming from the verb “appogiarsi” which means “to lean against” in Italian, is how we refer to the “support” of our voice in the music world. Support does not just come from our breathing and our lungs, but our entire body. It [...]

Breath Management for Singers Appoggio Support and Air Control2026-02-12T10:18:03+00:00

Harmony in Body and Voice – The Alexander Technique Has Huge Benefits for Singers

2026-01-21T15:35:16+00:00

Singing involves so much more than just your vocal cords. Think about when you stand up on stage to perform. Your whole body is involved – every aspect of your posture, your breathing, even your state of mind, can affect your voice. The Alexander Technique is widely used to treat issues such as bad posture or back conditions arising from working at a desk for long hours, but this innovative technique also offers some amazing benefits for singers. What Is the Alexander Technique? Named after its creator, Frederick Mattias Alexander, this technique focuses on increasing awareness of our bodies and the [...]

Harmony in Body and Voice – The Alexander Technique Has Huge Benefits for Singers2026-01-21T15:35:16+00:00

How Singers Can Get the Perfect Night’s Sleep

2024-10-31T11:20:41+00:00

We’ve often mentioned how important it is for singers to sleep well. Sleep will revitalise your mind and your body. When you sing, you use many muscles, throughout your body, not just your facial muscles, and they all need to be well-rested. In addition, with a good night’s sleep, our memory works better, which is ideal for remembering lyrics, and we’re more calm and relaxed, which can help to combat nerves and stage fright. You’ll also feel more energised, ready to put on a great performance. So now we’re clear on how vital it is to get that all-important restorative sleep, [...]

How Singers Can Get the Perfect Night’s Sleep2024-10-31T11:20:41+00:00

Vocal Health: Top Tips for Looking After Your Voice

2024-10-31T11:20:19+00:00

If you played an instrument, you’d look after it. You’d clean and polish it and ensure it was in perfect condition for every performance. As a vocalist, your voice is your instrument, and it deserves the same level of attention you’d give any other instrument. Look after your voice, and you’ll always be able to give your best performance. Check out our top tips for maintaining excellent vocal health… Don’t Neglect Your Warm-up Exercises It only takes a few minutes to perform some vocal warm-up exercises, but when you’re eager to sing a particular song, it can be tempting to neglect [...]

Vocal Health: Top Tips for Looking After Your Voice2024-10-31T11:20:19+00:00

Does Your Jaw Ache When Singing?

2024-08-19T17:20:10+01:00

When you’re belting out your favourite song and really putting your all into it, there’s nothing more off-putting and limiting than jaw ache. It’s a common problem amongst singers and it’s probably not surprising to learn that it’s usually down to jaw tension. Don’t panic though! If jaw ache is becoming a regular part of your singing sessions, there are things you can do about it. Practise Makes Perfect The best way to reduce jaw ache while singing is to practise even more. Sounds counterintuitive, right? But while you practise, do it in front of a mirror so you can watch [...]

Does Your Jaw Ache When Singing?2024-08-19T17:20:10+01:00

How to Keep Your Voice Healthy

2024-03-08T08:53:32+00:00

In our busy lives, we often forget how important our voices are, whether we're singing, speaking publicly, teaching, or just chatting. Keeping your voice in good shape is key to communicating well. This is especially true for singers, from choirs to rock bands, and even those who sing in the shower. Looking after your singing voice isn't too complicated—it's about using common sense and knowing a few tips to keep your vocal cords healthy. In this guide, we'll cover the basics of how the voice works, spot signs of trouble, understand what causes voice issues, and learn how to keep your [...]

How to Keep Your Voice Healthy2024-03-08T08:53:32+00:00

How to Sing When You Have a Cold

2024-01-30T09:55:52+00:00

When you find yourself facing an important performance with a cold, don't let a phlegmy throat and runny nose deter you. Learn how to sing when you have a cold and make the most of your situation, even when rescheduling isn't an option. Here are some top tips to help you sing your best even if you’re not feeling it. Don’t Try and Sing if Your Cold is Chesty If you feel your cold moving to your chest, you won’t be able to get enough power from your lungs to sing your very best. In this case, you’ll need to cancel [...]

How to Sing When You Have a Cold2024-01-30T09:55:52+00:00
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