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How can a classically trained soprano and a pop singing belter sing the same pitch, at the same volume, and still sound completely different? The difference in your perception of sound is not just “style" but is the result of how the singer shapes the space in vocal tract, how the larynx sits, where resonance is, and what kind of tone the music calls for.

Most throat, tongue and jaw tension in singing comes from a few common causes: too much laryngeal power, uneven breath pressure, tongue, neck, and jaw tension or the false vocal folds getting involved in the process of singing. The goal in singing is balancing the breath, the vocal folds, resonance, and articulation in harmony.The causes of vocal tension can be many such as vocal overuse, unnatural pitch, acid reflux, illness to even stress. Start by educating yourself.

Learning to sing from YouTube or similar platforms can lead to memorizing incorrect techniques and wasting time correcting mistakes. It’s crucial to receive proper training from a qualified voice professional to ensure correct technique and avoid potential risk to your voice.

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.