Singing Tips

Instructions Step 1: Use familiar rhymes Start simple, don’t get crazy; Who cares if others think you’re lazy? Rhyme cat, hat like you’re 5 years old, But you’ll still flow hot lava while their rhymes go cold. Step 2: Make references Come on, get a clue. Look at everything that you’ve got around you. Think …

Instructions Step 1: Pick a recognizable song Pick a popular, recognizable song that can be adapted for a show choir — one that will galvanize the audience to clap hands, tap their feet, or sing along. Step 2: Choose a concept Choose a concept. Don’t limit yourself to the most obvious style or genre; you …

Instructions Step 1: Check your wardrobe Check your wardrobe. Certain outfits may indicate you’re a Gleek — and that high school isn’t an age, it’s a state of mind. Step 2: Consider your fears Analyze your deepest, darkest fears. There are certain phobias specific to the Gleek species regarding slushees, yearbooks, coaches, and rival show …

Instructions Step 1: Drink water Drink lots of water. Singers need more water than the average person in order to keep the vocal cords and the mucous membranes surrounding them moist. Aim for eight to 10 glasses every day. TIP: Always drink water at room temperature; cold water can damage vocal cords. Step 2: Warm …

Transcript Woman: Want to hit the high notes? Man: Quick tips! Woman: Hold something heavy to your chest while you sing. It works by making you tense your vocal cords. Tada!

Instructions Step 1: Breathe deep Breathe deeply and with your diaphragm. This will take practice, patience, and stomach muscles. TIP: Strengthen your stomach with exercises such as sit-ups. Step 2: Stand straight Stand up straight when warming up for a song. Practice in front of a mirror. Step 3: Warm up Warm up your voice …

Instructions Step 1: Choose a yodeling phrase Start with a combination of consonant and vowel sounds. Choose a phrase that you can vocalize in one breath. For example, combinations of sounds like hodl-oh-ooh-dee-hodl-ay-ee-dee. Step 2: Switch vocal registers Insert jumps in your voice from your speaking register to falsetto as you repeat the phrase. For …

Instructions Step 1: Practice “mixed voice” Practice singing scales in a “mixed voice,” which is a balance between the chest voice – the normal speaking voice, and the head voice – a much higher register. TIP: Singing high notes using only the chest voice can cause nodules and cysts to develop on the vocal chords. …

Instructions Step 1: Reduce stress Reduce stress in your life, which tightens muscles, including the ones that influence your voice. Deep resonance derives from loose vocal cords. Step 2: Hum and raise head Hum in low registers with your head down and your chin just above your chest. Then raise your head, still humming, to …

Instructions Step 1: Discipline your voice Discipline yourself with a good diet and regular exercise. The poor blood flow from self-abuse can compromise vocal quality. Step 2: Relax the body Relax your whole body and do a series of breathing exercises, slowly, to exercise your diaphragm. Step 3: Warm up incrementally Warm up incrementally, never …

Instructions Step 1: Create a kick drum Make the kick drum sound by expelling pressurized air through your mouth. At the same time, pronounce the letter b without using your voice box. The effect should be punchy while you mouth the “b” sound and expel air simultaneously. Use only the air in your mouth. TIP: …

Instructions Step 1: Get partners Get a talented person or two to sing with you, so you can mostly just mouth the words. Or find someone loud enough to drown you out entirely. Step 2: Keep it simple If you’re on your own, begin by narrowing down potential songs by complexity. Look for a simple …