Why your voice sounds better after 20 minutes of singing

Have you ever started singing your favourite song and found that your voice did not sound quite as you expected? The opening notes might feel slightly restricted, your breathing may seem uncertain, or the phrases may not flow comfortably. Yet a little later, the same song can feel surprisingly different. Your tone seems clearer, the notes connect more smoothly, and singing requires less conscious effort. If you have ever wondered why your voice sounds better after 20 minutes of singing, the answer may involve a combination of gentle preparation, better coordination and growing familiarity with the song. This does not happen [...]