How to Sing Podcast

Billy & Mariah
How to Sing Podcast

On the How to Sing Podcast, we explore singing based content online from trusted vocal coaches, that break down the fundamentals of vocal technique and how to sound your best!

  1. JAN 10

    Breaking the Gasp: Mastering Breathing for Better Singing

    Episode Description Ever feel like your singing is held back by something you can’t quite identify? It might be “the gasp” — a sharp, panicked inhale that sneaks into your technique and creates tension, limiting your vocal potential. In this episode, we uncover how this common habit affects your voice and share simple but powerful strategies to ditch the gasp, build better breathing habits, and unlock a fuller, more resonant sound. Whether you’re a shower singer or a stage performer, mastering your breath is the key to sustainable and healthy singing. Key Highlights What “the gasp” is and how it creates tension in your throat and neck.The connection between proper breath support and vocal freedom.Analogies like "singing with the parking brake on" to illustrate the gasp's impact.Practical tips to build better breathing habits, including silent inhales and relaxed expansion.Benefits of improved breathing, including reduced vocal fatigue, richer tone, and long-term vocal growth.Resources Mentioned To access the article spoken about in this podcast, please visit How to Sing Podcast Episode 13: Breaking the Gasp: Mastering Breathing for Better SingingFollow Us🎙 Subscribe to the podcast for more singing tips and tricks!📢 Share this episode with fellow performers who could use a confidence boost.✨ Connect with us on https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoSingPodcast for updates and exclusive content.

    5 min
  2. JAN 3

    Unlocking a Free Voice: How to Spot and Release Vocal Tension

    Episode Description Tension: it’s the hidden enemy of great singing. In this episode, we explore how sneaky habits like tongue tension, poor posture, and shallow breathing can hold you back from your best sound. Learn to recognize the signs of tension, from strained vocal quality to visible neck muscles, and discover practical tips to release it. Whether you're chasing those high notes or looking for a fuller, richer tone, letting go of tension is the key to unlocking your true voice. Key Highlights The Enemy of Sound: Why too much tension holds your voice back and how it affects range, stamina, and joy in singing.Signs of Tension:Strained or "yelly" vocal sound.Tongue tension revealed by the “thumb under the chin” test.Visible neck tension, such as bulging sternocleidomastoid muscles.Practical Fixes:Relaxing your tongue and neck with mindful awareness.Checking posture to support free breathing and sound production.Deep diaphragmatic breathing as the foundation for a tension-free voice.The Benefits: Sing longer, hit higher notes with ease, and experience the joy of a freer, fuller voice.  Resources Mentioned To access the article spoken about in this podcast, please visit How to Sing Podcast Episode 12: Unlocking a Free Voice: How to Spot and Release Vocal TensionFollow Us🎙 Subscribe to the podcast for more singing tips and tricks!📢 Share this episode with fellow performers who could use a confidence boost.✨ Connect with us on https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoSingPodcast for updates and exclusive content.

    5 min

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On the How to Sing Podcast, we explore singing based content online from trusted vocal coaches, that break down the fundamentals of vocal technique and how to sound your best!

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