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Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a good singer? Where does one start? What elements should you focus on first? In this tutorial, Coach Tara answers these questions as she shares the first four key elements in order of importance to becoming a proficient...

Range improvement can be thought of like stretching a rubber band. To expand it, you must continue creating tension and pulling your voice, otherwise it will remain tight. While range can be stretched in all registers, Coach Tara and Coach Sharmayne share two...

Students often tell us they want to sound like their favorite singer but then struggle to define what that means. And that's understandable since sound is elusive and can be difficult to describe. What they are trying to say, however, is there are certain vocal...

In this tutorial, Coach Tara and Coach Sharmayne teach you the last, and probably weirdest, breathing exercise you’ll ever need. It’s called Hunger Breath because it will do just that…make you hungry for breath. Greater breath control allows you to hold notes...

“How do I sing on pitch” is one of the most searched topics on YouTube for singers. Pitchiness is a thorn in any singer’s side, not just beginners. Even working pros can struggle with connecting notes or not quite reaching that high or low note. In this tutorial,...

R&B, which stands for Rhythm and Blues, is a combination of different styles of music such as gospel and jazz. In this tutorial, Coach Tara and Coach Jeremie go over the quintessential vocal elements found universally in R&B singing: riffs and runs, rasp, and...

A highly searched term on YouTube is “falsetto,” most likely due to its elusive meaning and conflicting information regarding the term itself. The proper use of the term “falsetto” is for a male’s voice when singing in “head voice.” Whether this term is reserved just...

As a singer, you’ve probably been told to “breathe with your diaphragm.” Huh? What does that even mean? “Breathing with your diaphragm” is a vocal term tossed around that is actually one of the biggest misnomers of all time. In this tutorial, Coach Tara and Coach...

Destroying the perfect. That is the secret sauce in moving a song being sung well into the realm of greatness. In this tutorial, Coach Tara and Coach Sharmayne demonstrate how to elevate a classic Christmas song from good to great by applying just a couple quick tips...

All too often we see singers fall into a mindset death-spiral right after they crack or splat going for that big note. They fall a little short, and then here comes the self-doubt and self-shame convincing themselves they’re such a bad singer not even voice lessons...

Word to the wise, don’t always believe what you see or hear no matter who’s sharing the information. Coach Tara and Coach Nikki debunk some vocal hacks they’ve personally seen that can be doing you more harm than good. Menthol Cough Drops Who hasn’t relied on...

Good hacks? Bad hacks? How do you know the difference? Coach Tara and Coach Nikki help sort this out by sharing three of their favorite hacks for optimal vocal health. These hacks, however, are not meant to be one-and-done attempts. To reap the real benefits, do them...

Who doesn’t love a little vanilla flavoring when it comes to cake and ice cream, but you know where we don’t want to have it? That’s right, in your singing style! Vanilla singing can sound robotic, bland, and lacking in style. If you’ve suffered from this and wondered...

Have you ever struggled with a big money note only to find yourself crashing and burning and feeling defeated? Coach Tara and Coach Jeremie take you step-by-step through an exercise called “voice pulling” that will help you expand your range and nail that big note...

Want to make sure you have flexibility and versatility to sing different genres? Want to figure out which genre fits you best? We're here to help! The first thing you'll want to realize is that some genres will fit you and your voice better than others. To get a feel...

Today, we're talking about how to grow and increase your vocal range! Step 1 - Stop neglecting your registers There are three registers. You need to practice using them all! When practicing, work from lowest note to highest note and don't skip notes in between. Step 2...

In this video, Tara and Coach Cat discuss the perfect vowels. How do we sing with perfect vowel production and what does that mean? Know When to Change a Vowel Any extreme note (high or low) needs more space and support. Certain vowels (like closed mouth vowels) can...

Here's our advice for how to make any song your own! #1 - Making Opposite Choices For example, if you're singing the song "Jealous" by Labrinth (as demonstrated by Coach Sharmayne), when the original artist pauses and uses a more choppy delivery in certain parts you...

There is only one Beyonce, there is only one Ariana Grande, and there is only one YOU. It's important as a singer to avoid imitation and to find your own unique voice and vocal sound. Here's how to do it... Step 1 - Stop Imitating It can be easier said than done, but...