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The Things I Need To Become a Good Singer Part 2

2024-03-27T18:28:58+00:00

Early on, I told you how my search for the things I needed to become a good singer started when I told my Dad I wanted to pursue an artistic career, and he told me a phrase that has stayed in my mind since then: "Whatever you choose to do, be the best you can at it". In this way, I started to wonder what the formula to being good at singing is, and I shared with you the first ingredients: heart, which is the catalyst; talent, which is the natural gift; and discipline, which is the required commitment we need [...]

The Things I Need To Become a Good Singer Part 22024-03-27T18:28:58+00:00

The Things I Need To Become a Good Singer Part 1

2024-03-20T10:44:20+00:00

I remember the day I told my Dad I wanted to become an artist after finishing high school. He was not surprised at all as he and my Mom had always supported my call for performing arts but he said something that I will always remember: “Whatever you choose to do, be the best you can at it”, and that phrase has really stayed in my mind as I can infer lots of valuable things from it. So, I decided that Singing was one of my paths, and consequently, I had to ask myself: What do I need to become the [...]

The Things I Need To Become a Good Singer Part 12024-03-20T10:44:20+00:00

How to Sing Harmonies in 5 Simple Steps

2024-02-27T07:55:51+00:00

While many budding singers dream of singing lead, there is actually a tremendous amount of skill in learning how to sing harmonies and backing vocals. The lead vocal seems the ‘easiest’ and most natural to gravitate towards but try signing a counter melody along with it and suddenly it’s a whole different ball game! Learning how to sing harmonies is a fantastic way to train your ear, improve your dexterity and hone your arrangement and composition skills. Here’s how you can tap into that area of your musicianship. Sing Along To Existing Harmonies In Songs The easiest way to get started [...]

How to Sing Harmonies in 5 Simple Steps2024-02-27T07:55:51+00:00

Choosing the Best Microphone for Singing

2024-02-27T07:56:24+00:00

The next most important tool you will use as a singer apart from your voice is a microphone. Choosing the best microphone for singing can be tricky, as there are so many out there on the market and not all of them will fit the same purpose. Or even suit the sound of your voice. Just like your vocal, each microphone will have its own specific tonal qualities and best applications. This is an important choice to make so your microphone serves your voice and requirements the best. Consider the purpose of your microphone How will you use your microphone? Are [...]

Choosing the Best Microphone for Singing2024-02-27T07:56:24+00:00

Exploring 6 popular singing styles and techniques

2024-02-27T07:57:18+00:00

At S&C Music, we love to teach our students a variety of singing styles. Whether you want to focus on a particular genre or mix it up to explore different techniques, our vocal coaches are well-versed in a broad range of musical styles and characteristics. We love how diverse and unique they are and how they bring out interesting qualities in our voice. You may also find that some genres feel easier for you to sing depending on your natural tone, as you begin your singing lessons for adults. Let’s take a look at 6 popular singing styles and techniques that [...]

Exploring 6 popular singing styles and techniques2024-02-27T07:57:18+00:00

Learning how to sing as an adult is a beautiful endeavour

2024-02-27T07:58:00+00:00

Learning how to sing as an adult comes with a unique set of challenges. Budding students often question whether it’s too late and if they can manage it alongside work and study. It also requires relinquishing a bit of control and not being scared to sound a little ‘off-key’ or silly as you’re learning. Once you get going, however, you will realise how rewarding learning how to sing as an adult can be. It can really increase your self-confidence, boost your creativity, cognitive abilities as well as opening new possibilities for you as an artist. We would like to share some [...]

Learning how to sing as an adult is a beautiful endeavour2024-02-27T07:58:00+00:00

The best breathing exercises for singing

2024-02-27T07:58:36+00:00

Breathing is something we do naturally, without having to think about it, so it’s hard to imagine we may be doing it wrong! Breathing just to stay alive and breathing as a singer, however, are two very different things. It’s no surprise that singing is often associated with the positive effects of meditation, because of how deeply we breathe as singers. If you have just embarked on singing lessons for adults, your breath is actually one of the most important things to master. This is because we create sound by the air passing through vocal folds, so mastering your breath will [...]

The best breathing exercises for singing2024-02-27T07:58:36+00:00

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