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Why Does My Voice Crack When I Sing?

Voice cracks happen to everyone: in the car, in the shower, and sometimes right on the high note you were waiting for. But a cracking voice isn’t a flaw or a lack of talent. It’s usually a coordination issue between airflow, vocal fold contact, and how the voice shifts between registers. In this post, we break down why voice cracks happen and share proven techniques singers use to prepare for big register changes and sing high notes with more consistency and confidence.

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The art of the warm up: more than just lip trills

Looking to improve your voice and sing with confidence? A proper vocal warm-up is the key. Warming up your voice isn’t just about lip trills, it’s about preparing your breath, tone, and resonance to perform at your best. In this post, we explore essential voice exercises, advanced singing tips, and strategies to make your warm-up routine more effective. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced singer, these techniques will help you strengthen your voice and prevent strain, setting the stage for your best performance every time.

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Breath Support Isn’t a Mystery: You’re Just Overthinking It

If you’ve ever Googled “how to breathe for singing,” I’m deeply sorry for whatever diagram of lungs and arrows you encountered. Good breath support isn’t mystical. It isn’t elite. And it definitely isn’t your ribcage plotting against you (even though it feels like that sometimes).

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