These Are a Few of My Favorite Things...
As one day runs into another, I feel compelled to tell my students everything that they need to know. Of course, this is impossible. I find myself recommending some of the same resources over and over. So, I sat down and tried to write as many as I can.
My Favorite Teachers, Mentors and Practitioners:
Tom Burke, Certified Master Teacher, Estill Voice International
http://www.tomburkevoice.com
Jen DeRosa
http://www.tomburkevoice.com
Robert Sussuma, Certified Master Teacher, Estill Voice International
http://www.robertsussuma.com
Peter Jacobson, Certified Alexander Technique Instructor
Baltimore Alexander Technique
Jeanie LoVetri, director of the Contemporary Commercial Music Pedagogy Program at Shenandoah Conservatory. The Voice Workshop
My Favorite Blogs and Video Blogs:
A Quick Fix For Chicks Who Mix Jen DeRosa breaks down and demystifies the sounds required for contemporary female singers who must sing in the upper range, yet not sound like an opera singer or a little girl. This sound quality is also known as High Belting, Mix Belting, Super Belting... Think "Defying Gravity". Jen dislikes the old school terms head and chest as much as I do. To see Jen in action look for her videos on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMElIMeaJIs
The Bulletproof Musician - written by Dr. Noah Kageyama, PHD, violinist and psychologist. Sign up for the newsletter and every Sunday you will learn more about the psychology of performing as well as valuable tips on how to practice effectively.
Robert Sussuma Video Blog. Robert breaks down vocal technique issues into a series of 3 videos at a time. My particular favorites are, "The Great Schnozzola", which shows how you can use nasality to find a more resonant voice. Also, "The Breathing Brain Befuddled" helps folks who are chronic over breathers.
Tom Burke's videos are now by subscription through his VoiceFlix program, however if you type Tom Burke Voice into a YouTube search you will find numerous technique videos. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q1PT_Z7t_vw
Breaking Down the Riffs with Natalie Weiss. This is a recent discovery. Natalie is a Broadway performer who spent her childhood singing Mariah Carey. I'm amazed by her method of breaking down the riffs. Each video works on a different song.
Jeanie LoVetri's blog on contemporary voice training. Somatic Voicework
My Favorite Books:
OK, this is the short list. The complete Bibliography is on my website. These are the books that are permanently sitting on the piano and go with me when I'm on an airplane or at Jury Duty.
Singing and the Actor
Singing and Teaching Singing
Your Body, Your Voice
The Voice Book
My Favorite Vocal Health Resources and Advice
As one day runs into another, I feel compelled to tell my students everything that they need to know. Of course, this is impossible. I find myself recommending some of the same resources over and over. So, I sat down and tried to write as many as I can.
My Favorite Teachers, Mentors and Practitioners:
Tom Burke, Certified Master Teacher, Estill Voice International
http://www.tomburkevoice.com
Jen DeRosa
http://www.tomburkevoice.com
Robert Sussuma, Certified Master Teacher, Estill Voice International
http://www.robertsussuma.com
Peter Jacobson, Certified Alexander Technique Instructor
Baltimore Alexander Technique
Jeanie LoVetri, director of the Contemporary Commercial Music Pedagogy Program at Shenandoah Conservatory. The Voice Workshop
My Favorite Blogs and Video Blogs:
A Quick Fix For Chicks Who Mix Jen DeRosa breaks down and demystifies the sounds required for contemporary female singers who must sing in the upper range, yet not sound like an opera singer or a little girl. This sound quality is also known as High Belting, Mix Belting, Super Belting... Think "Defying Gravity". Jen dislikes the old school terms head and chest as much as I do. To see Jen in action look for her videos on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMElIMeaJIs
The Bulletproof Musician - written by Dr. Noah Kageyama, PHD, violinist and psychologist. Sign up for the newsletter and every Sunday you will learn more about the psychology of performing as well as valuable tips on how to practice effectively.
Robert Sussuma Video Blog. Robert breaks down vocal technique issues into a series of 3 videos at a time. My particular favorites are, "The Great Schnozzola", which shows how you can use nasality to find a more resonant voice. Also, "The Breathing Brain Befuddled" helps folks who are chronic over breathers.
Tom Burke's videos are now by subscription through his VoiceFlix program, however if you type Tom Burke Voice into a YouTube search you will find numerous technique videos. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q1PT_Z7t_vw
Breaking Down the Riffs with Natalie Weiss. This is a recent discovery. Natalie is a Broadway performer who spent her childhood singing Mariah Carey. I'm amazed by her method of breaking down the riffs. Each video works on a different song.
Jeanie LoVetri's blog on contemporary voice training. Somatic Voicework
My Favorite Books:
OK, this is the short list. The complete Bibliography is on my website. These are the books that are permanently sitting on the piano and go with me when I'm on an airplane or at Jury Duty.
Singing and the Actor
Singing and Teaching Singing
Your Body, Your Voice
The Voice Book
My Favorite Vocal Health Resources and Advice
Did I mention that Tom Burke is a Speech Pathologist and Voice Therapist? This video helps guide you back to vocal heath. Please note, only perform these exercises if you are not hoarse!
I've had great results from Saline Nasal Irrigation to relieve allergies. Here is a recipe and a slideshow:
Recipe:
I make the recipe in the
water bottle. This way it is clean.
1 liter of bottled water
(please use bottled water to reduce risk of bacteria)
2 teaspoons of Kosher salt
(must use Kosher salt - it has no preservatives or iodine)
1 teaspoon of baking soda.
Mix in the water bottle and
pour a small amount into a paper cup if you are using a syringe or into the
nettie pot. I do twice a day. Nasal Irrigation Slideshow
I'm a big fan of sinus
steaming.Vicks Personal Steamer
Or - you can fill a large
bowl with boiling water and drape a towel over your head to make a tent. Be
careful not to get burned by the steam. Alternate between breathing in through
the nose and out through the mouth and reverse. Total time 10 minutes, twice a
day if possible.
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