New Generation Guide to Singing

Tips for Singers

The sound of music is very important to a song. The singing accents the musical accompaniment and that is why it is important to listen and to make sure that you are blending with what you hear. The way you decide to sing is what makes the difference.

Every song has a rhythm and it is important to listen to the rhythm to make sure you are singing on time. You want to make sure that your voice rides on the melody. Clapping is a good way to keep the timing in harmony. Breathing and listening to the keys while singing can also help with blending.

The Vocal Cords are 2 muscular folds capable of closing over the windpipe and vibrating in response to air pressure from the lungs, resulting in vocal tone. In men they are the size of a nickel and in women, they are the size of a dime and therefore are very delicate instruments. There are 6 basic voice types which include bass, baritone, tenor, alto mezzo-soprano and soprano. Belting is not a voice type but rather, a way of singing when using your chest voice used for opera singers or gospel singers.

Consider that a singer is an:

Athlete - Fine tuning and conditioning of the vocal instrument (the body) directly effects singing and therefore makes each singer an athlete in their own right. If the performance skill or ability can be obtained from the development of muscles or muscular coordination it falls in this category.

Student - True musicianship requires a certain amount of music analysis an music theory knowledge, from proper phrasing to rhythmic execution. If the knowledge can be obtained from a book, it falls in this category.

Artist - Music is a beautiful form of individual expression. If the vocal ability includes the sincerity, creativity, individuality or the emotional content of the performance it falls into this category.

Mic Tech

Don't shout! The microphone is sensitive - if you have a loud voice or need to increase your vocal volume for a certain track section or song, move the mic away from your mouth until your singing sounds clear and easy to understand.

Things You Can Do To Enhance Your Singing Voice