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Good Vocal Coach, Good Recording

Posted by Melissa Ellen on September 3, 2010 with 0 Comments

Good Vocal Coach, Good Recording An experienced vocal coach will ensure that you don’t waste your time in the studio. Working with your vocal coach ahead of time will ensure an excellent vocal performance. Rehearse with your band or accompanist as well as on your own time and with your vocal coach. Perform the song [...]

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23 Recording Studio Terms

Posted by Melissa Ellen on September 3, 2010 with 0 Comments

23 Recording Studio Terms That a Singer Should Know …and some advice for a good vocal performance In the studio: Be sure never to touch the mic or mic stand in the recording studio. Let the engineer handle it. Just tell them what you need. When the engineer adjusts the mic stand for you in [...]

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How to Sing Without Strain

Posted by Melissa Ellen on July 12, 2010 with 0 Comments

How to Sing Without Strain Let yourself sing. Don’t make yourself sing. Often students will strain to sing notes that they believe are too high. That is part of the problem. You think the note is high so you reach for it. Then you might even “hit” it or… you might not. And if you [...]

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My Voice Lesson – Should I go?

Posted by Melissa Ellen on December 19, 2009 with 0 Comments

Should I Go to my Voice Lesson? Should I still go to my voice lesson or my gig if I have a sore throat? The only time you should certainly NOT attend your voice lesson is if you know you are contagious (cold, flu). The basic rule is: Do not sing if your throat hurts. [...]