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    Can you learn to sing even if you have a bad voice?
    Annabeth Novitzki
    Music Teacher
    Annabeth Novitzki is a Private Music Teacher in Austin, Texas. She received her BFA in Vocal Performance from Carnegie Mellon University in 2004 and her Master of Music in Vocal Performance from the University of Memphis in 2012. She has been teaching music lessons since 2004.
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    It is very likely that you can improve your singing voice if you stay committed. Just as a bad dancer can take lessons and practice to improve, a singer can use the same types of efforts to get better.
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    How can I train my voice to sing better?
    Annabeth Novitzki
    Music Teacher
    Annabeth Novitzki is a Private Music Teacher in Austin, Texas. She received her BFA in Vocal Performance from Carnegie Mellon University in 2004 and her Master of Music in Vocal Performance from the University of Memphis in 2012. She has been teaching music lessons since 2004.
    Music Teacher
    Expert Answer
    You can train your vocal cords just like you would train any other muscles in your body. Learn good singing techniques and practice consistently.
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    I am still a kid and I do not have the best voice, will this change over time?
    Community Answer
    Yes! If you keep practicing, you could be amazing one day. It takes work and commitment.
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    A lot of people think I talk weird, and I do too. It's making my singing bad. What do I do?
    Community Answer
    Are you sure you're not just letting the comments of other people make you feel insecure? Everyone has a unique voice and all voices are special. Just sing in a way that makes you happy and don't worry about anything else.
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    Is it possible to start singing at the age of 17?
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    Of course it is! Some people start much later in life. Singing doesn't have any age restrictions.
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    How can I stop being afraid when singing in front of people?
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    Focus on something beyond the audience, or close your eyes or you can even turn around. Pretend that the people are not there and that you are singing in the shower- or something like that. Rehearse well and know your lyrics and melody as well as you know how to breathe. That will reassure you that you're adequately prepared, so there's nothing to worry about.
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    What is the best way to improve my vocal range? I really want to be able to sing high notes, but I don't know how.
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    The best way to improve your range is to sing often. Focus on the upper and lower extremes of your voice, and be sure to warm up. Sing songs that push your range a little bit, and practice them often until you notice your voice becoming stronger on notes that used to be difficult. It's a long process, but if you commit, you can improve your range.
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    I can never hit the right high note, how do you do it?
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    Practise at least 5 minutes a day. Start with a low note, then eventually make this note higher. In time it will improve. However, be realistic about your vocal range limitations; if you can't ever hit that note, it means your vocal range isn't right for it.
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    How can I truly bring out the voice I know I have?
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    Keep practicing, and try to find a place you can sing without anyone hearing you.
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    How can I have a sweet voice?
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    Practice as much as you can and consider training with a vocal coach. Remember that not everyone needs to have a sweet voice. Sometimes, it is better to have a unique voice.
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    How can you sing without anybody thinking it is bad?
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    Sorry to say this, but you can't. People are always going to judge you, no matter how good you are, just block out the haters, give it your best try, be confident, and most importantly, have fun with it! Don't worry about what others think.
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    Why does my voice sound good when I'm alone but awful in front of my friends?
    Mary Daniel
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    It may be because you are worried or nervous. You just need to calm down and remember that they are your friends, so they're not going to judge you or make fun of you. If it helps, close your eyes and pretend you're alone.
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    What if my brother said that I have a bad voice, and my grandma said I have a pretty voice?
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    Brothers aren't always the best judges, and they can tend to want to be mean to their siblings just because. Trust your grandma's opinion and keep working on your singing.
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    What are the best practice techniques?
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    Depending on what you're trying to improve, which will change. If you're trying to improve tone, you might be better off with a song. If you're trying to expand your range, you might be better singing scales.
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    What should I do if my voice cracks in front of the crowd?
    Ayame.Chan
    Community Answer
    If your voice cracks or you mess up, just keep going.
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    How can I make my voice stronger?
    Community Answer
    Keep practicing, and try to sing from your stomach instead of from your lungs. This tactic will strengthen your voice and help you project more.
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    How many days do you need practice
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    You should spend about 30 minutes a day just doing vocal warm-ups. This could be running scales or just singing anything you like for fun or, ideally a combination of the two.
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    My voice isn't the way I want it to be. Even when I speak, my throat is sore. What do I do?
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    I would swallow a teaspoon of honey every couple of hours, and try to avoid talking. Don't drink milk or consume any other dairy products. If your throat doesn't get better in a few days, talk to your doctor.
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    My friend tells me I have a bad voice, my family say I don't. Who should I believe?
    Ayame.Chan
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    Well, you should ask a couple more people for their honest opinion, but it doesn't really matter what they think, it matters what YOU think!
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    What can I drink to keep my voice strong?
    Community Answer
    Drinking warm tea with honey and lemon can help to cure a sore or scratchy throat or can just help protect your throat from becoming sore or scratchy.
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    How do I sing from my stomach instead of my lungs?
    Community Answer
    Try opening up your vowels more. Try to raise the pitch a little higher and go over the note, not under it.
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    How can I sing to myself when my parents barge in without a warning and never really let me be alone to practice?
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    Kindly ask them to knock first. If you really need privacy, try to go somewhere else to practice.
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    Why does my voice sound good to my ears but sound bad when I record it?
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    Everyone's voice sounds different inside their own head than outside their head. Many people don't like the way recordings of themselves sound because they're used to the way their voice sounds in their head. But the way it sounds recorded is closer to the way it sounds to other people - and you will get used to it eventually. You can try singing in different ways until you are satisfied with the way the recordings come out.
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    How can I get the confidence to sing in front of my dad?
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    Don't think about it. If it helps, don't look at your dad and look behind him at a wall. Besides, he's your dad and he won't judge you harshly if you were to mess up. Just practice and don't think badly, then just go for it.
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    If I can't sing and already learned, what do I do next?
    Community Answer
    If you've learned, then you would be able to sing. Just keep practicing.
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    How can I face my fear of singing in front of people?
    Community Answer
    Practice singing in front of family and friends first, and sing in a group or with a recording if it makes you more comfortable. The more you do it, the easier it will be.
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    How can I learn to hold a high note for longer?
    Community Answer
    See this article on how to hold a note .
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    How do I read music?
    Community Answer
    Reading music can be a difficult thing to learn, but wikiHow has some articles that can help you get started, like How to Sight Read Music and How to Read Music .
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    How do I stop my voice from sounding croaky when I sing?
    Community Answer
    All you need to do is practice repeatedly to achieve your desired sound.
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    Does warming up make my singing skills better?
    Community Answer
    Yes, very much. Warm-ups to singers are like scales to pianists. You're making sure every note in your range sounds beautiful. Also, if you sing high notes without warming up, you can strain your vocal cords and damage them.
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