... batchmate in ... country's ... choir and ... I attended University of the Philippines, and with all due respect, I never did like the voices of the...
three cheers for kristina!!! and not just because that preference is so refreshing to see in someone with such technical knowledge. i haven't been on this...
can someone please explain to me what is meant by second soprano? i heard madonna described as such but can't find it anywhere. and what the difference is...
Second soprano is just a voice classification, also known as mezzo soprano. For example there are also sopranos, altos (or counteraltos), tenors or basses....
Are you a member of Tessitura? SURE YOU ARE!!! Have you sent a message to the group lately? Have you visited the Tessitura website? Participated in a poll?...
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Hey all! Tessitura has grown to over 700 members, so those of us who get every email might get a lot in one day. If it's just too much for you, you can...
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HI: You might be interested to know that Tessitura boasts a number of vocal coaches among its members. This message is to let you know who they are. Those who...
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Hello! I have just joined this group and i have already picked up a lot of good advices.I wondered if anyone could give me some good advices and exercises to...
Hi everyone. I was just wondering if anyone could offer me any advice on how to improve at vocal riffs? I sing r'n'b, jazz & occasionally musical theatre & I...
I really recommend you the bs exercise... quite hard to show by email but babies do a lot of that it's you know lik bsbsbsb.... that and humming I need a half...
I don't like to put a ton of emphasis on raising the soft palate, unless a particular student requires it. (The reason: Often, when focusing on raising the...
I'm blushing! I'm glad my words may help someone...Actually, that's why I comment at Tessitura--and why I teach voice. I'm a writer by trade, and teaching ...
Some folks like to give pat answers about warm ups. For example: You should warm up for X number of minutes and do exercises X, Y, and Z. But warm ups should...
Hi Kris, I never did thank you for your reply to my question. I hope that when I'm your teacher's age, I can hit a coloratura F too, but first I have to find...
Nicolai, I enjoyed imagining you laughing when suddenly found your vibrato! :) I asked the question referring to Van Christy because I understood that another...
I recommend you singing success there are many of those in the style part, and I recommend you to go step by step, singing like beyonce is a matter of time,...
Hi, Amy. Perhaps you could start with a tune that's not too difficult that you already know really well. Maybe something like "Amazing Grace", or something...
Joe, you're welcome :) However, it's unlikely that you'll ever hit a coloratura F, as it would be *extremely* high for a guy! Actually, it's pretty high for a...
Hey Gang, Any news Ron - how did the surgery et al go - hopefully it's all behind you now and you are convalescing? John [Non-text portions of this message...
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Hello and thanks for your concern..... I have recovered fully from the surgery without any major problems. I haven't had one bout with acid reflex since the...
Hi, I've noticed taking too much air makes me difficult to sing high notes and I'm wondering if it's normal... so if it's normal then how am I going to sing...
Ron, thank you for the update. It sounds like things are going pretty well, and it's awesome that the surgury has helped your singing so much! :) I have a...
Singing long phrases is much more about learning to control what air you have than it is about taking a large breath. Remember, singing is about holding back...
Kristina, If I get sick to the point that I would normally vomit but can't because of the surgery, my body will naturally find the best way to rid itself of...
Hey Ron, On balance it sounds like an excellent result - bravo. Hopefully the various digestive difficulties may ease as time goes by but I can certainly ...
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hello happy new year ,i want to make my voice develope,can u helpme plzzzzzzzzzz,because i want o form rock band ... Post your free ad now! Yahoo! Canada...
hi everyone, A simple question for the pros ! I have a problem holding notes for a certain period or time around my passagio area with an even vibrato and...
So a singer should not inhale until they are completely full of air? What are the warning signs that tell you your taking in to much air? Does a singer take in...