Learning to control the Larynx, or voice box, is really essential for easy, open singing. When someone comes to me and says that they 'can't sing high', the first thing I do is check the position of the Larynx when they do an ascending scale. Almost always, I find that their Larynx is raising up, causing constriction. I teach a simple, effective method for re-training the Larynx. WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEARN MY SECRET ? Watch this short video to get my simple trick! Get more tips with my Lawrence Vocal System. Cheers, Beth SUBSCRIBE TO MY VOICEGRAM FOR MORE TIPS, PLUS -- GET MY BLISSENTIAL BUZZ HEALTHY VOICE NEWSLETTER, as a BONUS!
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Okay my singing friends…..what's wrong with this picture?????!!! Not that almost EVERYBODY smoked back in the late 50's/60's, but wow, to see the iconic Dionne Warwick smoking while recording is an 'image oxymoron', wouldn't you agree??? I started singing because of Dionne Warwick. I was watching the Ed Sullivan Show and she came on singing 'Anyone Who Had A Heart', still one of my all time favorite songs. I cried, and at that moment I realized that if a singer can move someone to tears, I wanted to do THAT. And THAT started my love affair with Ms. Warwick and all things Bacharach & David. Even much of my writing style was due to their collective influence. Great songs, and a great voice to sing them. Dionne Warwick is a confessed 'chain smoker'. Her aging voice now suffers from her years of chronic smoking, but boy, back in the 'day', you would never have known she was puffing on cigs while recording that silky, shimmery voice. That said, DON'T SMOKE if you want to be healthy and have a voice that lasts a lifetime. Cheers, Beth Here's more information on Vocal issues such as polyps, nodules, and hemorrhages of the vocal cords. When Adele had to stop touring back in 2012, she went on total vocal rest, which is part of my Vocal Rehabilitation Protocol. But Adele also underwent surgery to repair her bleeding larynx. She's lucky she still has her voice. I hope that she's learned to sing correctly, because if not, she will be back on vocal rest to cure her recurring vocal issues that will certainly surface again if she's repeating bad vocal habits. I am an advocate of curing vocal damage naturally, not with surgery. I got rid of my own vocal nodules without surgery, and I help others who are in a vocal crisis to do the same. If your voice is your work, or your life, or your soul - you don't want to run the risk of damaging the cords during a surgical procedure. Just ask golden voiced Julie Andrews. Check out these videos and explanations of vocal cord damage courtesy of Dr. Richard D. Thrasher III's blog. Cheers, Beth Group singing has been scientifically proven to lower stress, relieve anxiety, and elevate endorphins. Read more: http://ideas.time.com/2013/08/16/singing-changes-your-brain/ Yes! A free, painless cure for depression – SING IN A CHOIR! Get your endorphins flowing, raise your voice and make new friends. It’s a WIN for everybody. Singing is in our DNA. It helps us clear negative emotions. And when you’re around happy people who are making a joyful noise, you can’t help but smile! Cheers, Beth "Jerry Seinfeld has his famous bit about public speaking, where he spouts that people fear public speaking more than death. . ." Read more: http://www.extension.harvard.edu/hub/blog/extension-blog/3-tips-overcoming-fear-public-speaking Afraid to speak? Yikes! This short video will give you some tips, but remember that no amount of deep breathing will get to the core issue of your fear. The real secret to fearless speaking is to FOCUS on your own topic, and share it with passion. Another tip is to find the commonality with your audience, and know that they have probably experienced whatever you are talking about. Cheers, Beth When you sing to your baby, she bonds with you and your voice. Read more: http://families.naeyc.org/learning-and-development/music-math-more/10-ways-babies-learn-when-we-sing-them LAUGH. LOVE. LEARN. Singing to your baby is one of the most endearing and powerful activities you can share together. Babies adore your voice, no matter what YOU may think, and you both will benefit from the beautiful music you’ll make together. My mom used to sing to me, and it was such a wonderful memory, I dedicated my CD ‘Land of Sleepytime’ to her. Cheers, Beth Whether it is big band swing, rock 'n' roll, a string quartet performing a concerto, or a trip to the Chicago Blues Festival, most of us enjoy music: http://www.thealdennetwork.com/music-supports-healthy-aging/ ‘How to win friends, and exercise your Brain!’ No matter how you cut it, music makes Life better! Help your brain keep building new neural pathways by listening to music, singing, and moving to music. Cheers, Beth The singer, known as 'The Voice' due to his angelic way of singing, has been suffering from vocal paresis for the past four years." Read more: http://www.nme.com/news/paul-simon-and-art-garfunkel/74872 This article illustrates the negative effect that smoking can have on a person's voice. Singers should never be smokers!! Cheers, Beth Here is an interesting article from Duke University about taking voice breaks: http://www.dukemedicine.org/node/2308 It's important for those who speak a lot in their jobs to take regular breaks from speaking to avoid vocal strain and vocal injuries. For more information about healthy voices, visit my website: http://www.allaboutvoice.com/. Cheers, Beth "A recent study found that those suffering from moderate to severe dementia did particularly well singing show tunes from movies and musicals." Read more: http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/health/singing-show-tunes-helps-fight-dementia-study-article-1.1513903 Let the hills be alive with the sound of music! Singing songs from the "Sound of Music" may help those suffering from Alzheimer's disease. Cheers, Beth |
From Beth LawrenceIf you're serious about singing then you've got to take care of your voice. Here are some healthy ways to do that! AuthorBeth Lawrence, Award-winning singer, songwriter and author of "From Shower To Stage...7 Easy Steps for Singing Like A Pro!" |