Are you tone deaf? Discover how voice teachers approach "tone deafness" and how it is treated very differently depending on whether it's true clinical amusia (a rare neurological condition affecting ~1.5-4% of people, where pitch perception is fundamentally impaired) or the far more common situation of underdeveloped pitch-matching skills, poor ear training, tension, or bad vocal habits.

Vocal warm-ups are essential in your lessons for the same reasons as they help prepare your voice for singing or speaking by ensuring your vocal cords, breath support, and muscles are ready to work efficiently. Here are a few key reasons why warm-ups are important:

Learn about the diaphragm in breathing and how to utilize it when singing and speaking.

Explore the differences in physiology and hormones between pre-menopapausal and post-menopausal womens’ voices.

A talented singer experienced vocal damage due to excessive strain from teaching, performing, and singing in a band. This led to phonotrauma, requiring surgery and ending her singing career. To prevent vocal abuse, singers should follow these tips to protect their voice

Learn how to manage your vocal health and to employ gentle voice exercises