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QuestionHow do I become a good singer fast?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.Because your vocal cords are muscles and need time to strengthen and develop, there's a limit to how fast you can improve your voice. The fastest way would be to take lessons with the best voice teacher available and spend all your time between practicing singing and wise vocal care and vocal rest.
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QuestionCan anyone be a good singer?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.Not everyone can be a good singer because some people's vocal cords are paralyzed and some people have tone deafness- though both of those things are rare. Just as most people can be a good dancer, if they devoted enough energy and practice, most people can be a good singer in the same way.
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QuestionHow can I train my voice to sing better?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.Because the vocal cords are muscles, you can train them like you would train any other muscle in your body. Learn the best techniques, make sure you're doing them correctly, and practice consistently.
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QuestionHow do you improve your singing voice?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.Learning good singing technique and practicing consistently are the best ways to improve your singing voice. If you are committed, persistent, and you make sure you're practicing wisely, you'll improve.
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QuestionWhat can I do if I sound a lot different on a recording than live?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.The quality of your microphone, sound system, and speakers will have a big impact on your sound. Higher quality equipment will reduce distortion.
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QuestionHow do I make my voice sound good really fast?Community AnswerDrinking warm water before you sing will help improve the sound of your voice quickly.
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QuestionI was born a terrible singer will I ever get better?Faye JonesCommunity AnswerYes. Be optimistic. You will need a lot of determination and a lot of hard work. Set targets and goals for yourself. You won't be Celine Dion, but you'll improve eventually.
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QuestionHow can I train my voice not to sing off key?Community AnswerYou need to do a lot of ear training. A good first step is to play scales on the piano and sing along, matching with your voice the notes you play.
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QuestionHow can I keep my voice from cracking?Community AnswerTry warming up your voice by drinking some water (warm water soothes it better) and doing voice warm ups. Popular warm-ups include doing scales, like Do-Re-Mi.
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QuestionHow can you sing loudly and your best without straining your voice, or running out of breath?Community AnswerTry to warm up your throat by practicing the vowels and open your mouth full.
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QuestionHow can I find out whether I am a good singer at 12-years-old without potentially embarrassing myself in front of people?Community AnswerRecord yourself singing. If you still can't tell, post a YouTube video of yourself singing (don't show your face if you don't want to) and let anonymous strangers tell you if you're good, though be aware, they can be harsh.
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Questionis it good to drink hot water when your voice is cracking?Community AnswerYes, water can help keep your vocal cords hydrated.
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QuestionHow can I sing well if I constantly have to clear my throat?Community AnswerDrink more water during the day, and sip on tea to soothe your throat.
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QuestionHow do I get a higher or lower voice?Community AnswerYou can not change your voice, but you can sing higher by lifting the soft pallet. You can sing lower by slowly singing lower or higher. It takes a while but it's worth it. Just don't strain your vocal cords.
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QuestionI am 25 and I have never taken music classes. If I start now, can I become a singer?Community AnswerAbsolutely, 25 is still quite young. Practice, take lessons, and determine which genre of music your voice is best suited to. Bill Withers, Susan Boyle, and Leonard Cohen didn't get started in music until they were over thirty.
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QuestionWhat can I do if I don't like lemon or honey?Community AnswerOther fruits work to flavor the water as well. The important thing is to avoid coffee or other dehydrating beverages.
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QuestionIs it bad to sing while you have a sore throat or cough?Community AnswerYou should avoid it, as it can make the problem worse, and you probably won't sound good.
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QuestionHow do I make myself stand out from others as a good singer?Community AnswerJust try your best. You don't have to be amazing or perfect. Just have fun and enjoy performing.
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QuestionI get stage fright singing in front of others. How do I overcome this?Community AnswerTry singing in front of one of your good friends, then work your way up to a group of friends and so on.
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QuestionDoes gargling warm water help loosen the throat muscles?Community AnswerYes. It helps hydrate you and relax the muscles inside your throat, which is good before a performance.
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QuestionI love to sing but everyone says I am out of tune. What can I do to stop being out of tune?Community AnswerTry to listen many times to the music that you're singing. You can also try to follow singing when you're playing the song. Do vocal exercises, and get help from a vocal teacher.
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QuestionHow can I get my voice to the right pitch?Community AnswerListen to the instruments in the song and tune your voice to the same pitch as them. Practice doing scales along with a piano.
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QuestionHow do I overcome being shy in front of others when I want to sing?Community AnswerPractice around friends and family as often as possible. Choose people who will encourage you.
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QuestionCan I change from alto to soprano or from soprano to alto?Community AnswerUnfortunately, it is nearly impossible. It takes years of training to be able to sing in a totally different octave. It requires lots of professional training.
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QuestionCan I still learn to become a good singer if I am in my 50s?Community AnswerYes, you can learn at any age.
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QuestionI am 12 and I hate my voice, let alone my singing voice. I can't afford lessons. What should I do?Community AnswerSinging is like painting a picture. In a painting, you can't reach your goal of finishing it so quickly. Being patient and warming up before you sing will help you improve.
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QuestionWhat makes someone a bad singer?Community AnswerScreaming, sharp or flat notes, tone deafness, etc. There are tons of qualities that can make someone a "bad" singer, although having a rougher voice shouldn't discourage someone from singing if they want to.
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QuestionWhat do I do if I am allergic to lemon?Community AnswerDon't use lemon. The lemon is just for taste, if you want to add flavor to your water. You can use a different flavor or you can just drink plain water.
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QuestionCan I sing well even with a cold or cough?Community AnswerAvoid singing while you are sick if you can. You can aggravate your vocal chords too much.
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QuestionHow long/what does it take to become a reasonably good singer?Community AnswerThere is no set time. Some people are naturally great singers. For others, they'll never have the luxury. Just train your voice and if you have the talent, it'll happen.
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