Warming Up With a Purpose: 5 Tips for a Great Vocal Performance
Warming Up With a Purpose: 5 Tips for a Great Vocal Performance As a vocal coach who’s worked with thousands of singers — from indie artists cutting their first demos […]
Singing Tips
A collection of articles from the Disc Makers blog that relate to singing and vocals, including tips from top instructors.
Powerful Rock Singing Without Damaging Your Voice
It is amazing how many great rock performers keep up with such powerful vocals over many shows and years. As a rock singer, it’s hard not to strain or hurt […]
How to Become a Singer: Transitioning to Pro
The music industry is constantly changing and evolving. And thanks to continuously advancing technology, streaming platforms, and social media, opportunities for new artists to get themselves out there and connect […]
A Three-Day Pre-Performance Plan for Singers
If you follow the performance prep tips for singers included in this three-day plan, you’ll be prepared for every gig. Read the post.
Counterintuitive singing tip: Stop listening (and start feeling)
Focusing on how your singing feels rather than how it sounds can help you create a more nuanced and personal vocal performance. Read the post.
How to get better at singing: Singing tips from an expert vocal coach
Veteran vocal coach Cari Cole shares five singing tips to help beginners and experienced singers sound better during rehearsals and performances. Read the post.
Need a Vocal Warm-up? Try Using Your Favorite Songs.
While a vocal warm-up is always a good idea before a rehearsal, gig, or recording session, it doesn’t have to only include scales and vocal exercises. Read the post.
How to Prepare for a Vocal Recording Session
As a vocalist, there are techniques you can employ and routines you can follow to make sure you’re sounding your absolute best. Matt Ramsey gives advice on how to prepare your voice for a big recording. Read the post.
How to Organize a Set as a Vocal Warm-up
You might not always have time for a vocal warm-up before a performance, so vocal coach Matt Ramsey explains how to organize your set list to help you warm up. Read the post.
Picking the Perfect Song for Your Voice
Picking songs that fit your voice is one of the most important skills you can have as a singer. But if you’re just starting out, how can you tell if a song is actually good for your voice? Read the post.
Are online vocal lessons right for you? A review of Ramsey Voice Studio’s “Master Your Voice” program
There are many reasons why finding a local, experienced vocal teacher might not work for you, so an online vocal program might be your best option. I took on the “Master Your Voice” online class from Ramsey Voice Studios to get a taste of what online vocal lessons can do. Read the post.
Add natural vocal effects to your songs
From breathy voice to falsetto, vocal fry to belting and vibrato, vocal effects can be used to add variety and spice to your songs. But, be careful not to overuse these vocal effects. There should always be a reason you’re using a specific vocal effect. Read the post.
Star-Spangled Banner: How to Sing It Right
A performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner” can be a powerful musical experience when done right and a national embarrassment if things go wrong. Consider this advice if you’re ever called to perform it. Read the post.
More performance tips for singers: Q&A with Cari Cole
In our November Twitter chat (#DMchat), veteran vocal coach and music biz mentor Cari Cole fielded questions about how vocalists can prepare for a show as well as offering performance tips for singers to maintain your voice over the long haul. Read More.
Maintaining vocal health for singers
Could Kanye West, Meghan Trainor, Sam Smith, and Chad Kroeger have avoided their recent vocal issues? We have tips for maintaining vocal health for singers. Read More.