There are two levels to Singing from the Center. Level 1: 41 tutorial videos that explain and demonstrate the technical aspects of learning to sing. A host of supportive articles related to learning to sing and the singing process. A manual that dives deeper into learning to sing. Vocal coaching…
Learn to sing
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Learning to like your voice
Learning to like your voice is vitally important, and usually at the bottom of the singing “to do” list, especially when we’re first learning to sing since there’s so much to think about. And it’s often easier said than done, especially initially, when we’re judging every note. However, it’s so…
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Practicing a new song – the basics
The best way to approach a new song is from the ground up, like you’re building a house. Start with the basics and then get more specific. If you’re new to singing, be gentle with yourself and understand that learning to sing is a process and isn’t going to happen…
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Let yourself suck!
There are always two sides to every coin, and in the case of singing, our egos quite often tell us that we’re showing off, and don’t deserve to be on stage. This can be a learnt childhood response, a response to others’ judgements, or a dreadful performing experience – or…
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Spirit Vs. Ego, the Old Battle
Spirit Spirit is the real you. Spirit is joy, self love, personal power, presence, all the good stuff. Look at baby. Pure spirit. They just are. Deep down, this is the essence of you. Ego is fear, judgement, blame, future thinking, all the negative stuff. Every human on the planet…
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The high notes
It might be an idea to read the article “the jaw – do’s and don’ts” before this one, since reaching the high notes and a relaxed jaw go hand in hand. Once you have the knack of opening up the jaw when singing high ( which is mainly simply relaxing…
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The imagination pathway (river of energy)
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The Jaw – Do’s and Don’ts
The Jaw – Do’s and Don’ts Once you feel your technique is in place, then it’s time to focus on the jaw. By having you’re technique in place, I mean that: 1. The diaphragm is working with the tongue to control the note, jaw relaxed. 2. The note is correctly…
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Zen qualities of singing
This article will hopefully help you find your perfect balance when singing. I’ve mentioned the Zen aspects of singing throughout the program, so now is as good a time as any to try and clarify this concept. In essence, “the Zen of singing” relates directly to the concept of…
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Throat Problems
I had a ghastly flu virus a couple of years ago that quickly went down to my throat and vocal cords, making them behave very strangely indeed. A couple of my students had exactly the same reaction from the same virus, and it took more than a year to slowly…