Adult singing lessons

What Is Audiation and Why Is It Important for Singers?

2026-06-09T12:18:04+01:00

Singing is often seen as a physical skill, involving breath, posture, resonance and vocal coordination. Yet before a note can be sung clearly, the singer first needs to have a sense of that note in the mind. This skill is called audiation. What is audiation and why is it important for singers? It is the skill that helps singers improve pitch, musical memory, sight-singing, confidence and expression by developing a stronger link between listening, musical imagination and vocal production. At the London Singing Institute, we believe that effective vocal training develops both the voice and the musical understanding behind it. What [...]

What Is Audiation and Why Is It Important for Singers?2026-06-09T12:18:04+01:00

Why Some Singers Go Flat on Sustained Notes

2026-06-11T09:50:00+01:00

Sustaining a note may seem simple, but it is one of the most revealing moments in singing. Many singers can begin a note accurately, only to feel the pitch gradually sink as the note continues. This is often described as “going flat”, and it can happen to singers at every level. Understanding why some singers go flat on sustained notes is usually less about musical ability and more about technique. In most cases, the issue is connected to breath support, vowel shape, tension, fatigue, or unclear pitch focus. A sustained note needs more than simply being held. It must remain supported, [...]

Why Some Singers Go Flat on Sustained Notes2026-06-11T09:50:00+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

Vocal Onsets and Releases for Tone, Intonation and Vocal Health

2026-02-12T10:25:24+00:00

Take a deep breath, let yourself yawn, and sigh. Now take another breath and simply exhale. One more inhale and on your exhale say “mmm”. When you make this “mm” sound, this sensation is called phonation. Phonating is the production of speech sounds. We will be talking a lot about this today. Pay attention to how it feels when you phonate. Do you feel pressure on your vocal cords ? Does it feel comfortable? Now say a couple words out loud. Say “Mother” and then say the word “Hand”, how about the word “Attention”. When you say these words, what does [...]

Vocal Onsets and Releases for Tone, Intonation and Vocal Health2026-02-12T10:25:24+00:00

10 Reasons Why You Should Start Singing and Not Delay

2026-01-26T08:58:04+00:00

So many of us enjoy singing – it forms part of our everyday lives. We sing along to the radio; we sing in the shower – it’s fun! But the majority of us never take it any further, and that’s such a shame. Perhaps you have dreams of singing professionally, or maybe you’d love to join a choir. It might be that you simply find joy in singing and would love to be better at it. So why don’t we pursue it? Often, we believe we don’t have enough time, or we’re not good enough. But isn’t it time you made [...]

10 Reasons Why You Should Start Singing and Not Delay2026-01-26T08:58:04+00:00

The Most Common Singing Mistakes (and How the London Singing Institute Fixes Them)

2025-04-28T13:15:08+01:00

Learning to sing as an adult is an exciting and fulfilling journey, but even the most motivated learners can encounter obstacles along the way. At the London Singing Institute, we specialise in helping adult singers identify and overcome the most common singing mistakes, leading to faster progress, greater confidence, and a more enjoyable singing experience. If you are committed to reaching your full vocal potential, understanding the most common singing mistakes — and how to correct them — is essential. Here’s what you need to watch out for, and how we guide you towards lasting success. 1. Singing Without Proper Breath [...]

The Most Common Singing Mistakes (and How the London Singing Institute Fixes Them)2025-04-28T13:15:08+01:00
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