Quote Of The Day:
“If we did all the things we are capable of doing, we would literally astound ourselves”…Thomas Edison
And so begins another new year complete with resolutions and big dreams. Some of you will be resolving to get out there and sing because you know there is a singer in you and it’s finally time to let it out. I say go for it!
I chose the above quote because I see amazing things happen with my students all the time. They are putting themselves out there, getting on a stage in front of their peers, breathing to keep the nerves at bay (and for great vocal technique) and are nailing songs they never thought they were capable of with perfection. There is no greater joy for me as their coach than to share that moment with them.
But, how did they know we would be a right fit for each other and that they would be able to flourish under my guidance? When searching for a vocal coach there are some things you want to be clear on before you hire someone to make sure that they are the right fit for you. This will ensure you get the desired results without wasting time and money on someone who doesn’t share the same vision regarding finding your voice.
Identifying Your Style
To me, this is the most important part of the equation. If you are hoping to sing any kind of pop music: rock, country, soul, indie, hip hop to name a few, it is important that you find a vocal coach who specializes in this approach. In my opinion, going to a classical music vocal coach would not be the best way to go. The reason I say this is that classical voice technique and pop vocal technique are like apples and oranges. I have also experienced students whose voices have been changed to fit the vocal coach’s style and not the style desired by the student. There is a lot of misinformation out there regarding pop vocal technique. When learned and delivered properly, pop technique will not ruin your voice. Trust me, after 35 years of singing for a living, I have only lost my voice once due to illness. I know how to deliver a song with power and emotion and have never been hoarse or lost it from misuse because I sing with proper pop technique.
Stay tuned for part 2… questions you should ask a potential vocal coach to be sure they are the right fit for what you are looking for.
Until Next Time… Breathe And Happy Singing!
Angela
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