Ask the Expert – Advice on headset mics
Teresa Novak asks: Hello! I really need some advice on what type of headset mic would be best for my needs. I’m primarily a lead vocalist in a dance band, but I now play keyboard, as well. Since a neck injury and surgery last year, I can no longer use a handheld mic in on [...]
Tips & guidelines for vocal health products
Which is the best throat spray for you? Some vocal coaches would tell you that if you are singing properly “you don’t need that stuff at all.” We agree, if their student is completely healthy, fully warmed up, fully hydrated, has no bad singing habits and does not have to sing in an air conditioned [...]
Ask the Expert – does drinking water negate the effect of vocal sprays at coating the throat?
Nick Smith emails: “One of the reviews for this product states that you need to drink plenty of water. This would seem to negate the idea of coating the throat to provide some relief from a dry throat. Can you please provide any further details?” We reply: Obviously, hydration is very important and used as [...]
Ask the Expert – mic recommendations for groups of singers
” Dan and Aylin Fick emailed from Sucre Bolivia asking: I was wondering what kind of microphone you’d recommend for having 5 vocalists grouped around, say 2-3 mics/stands. Would a standard Shure SM58 do the trick, or am I better going omni-directional….hanging a “choir mic” from the ceiling, perhaps? To be honest this is slightly [...]
Ask the Expert – is it necessary to do vocal warm-up exercises every day?
We had an email from Glenwyn in the UK asking whether it is necessary to do vocal warm-up exercises on the days that we don’t sing. Our vocals coach Catherine Nicole replies: In theory, you could argue that it’s not really necessary. As long as what you’re singing is comfortable for you and you’re not [...]
Ask the Expert – Advice for singing while pregnant
Justis emails saying: I’m looking for tips on singing while pregnant. I’m gong into my second pregnancy, play 2 keyboards and sit on a stool while singing main harmonies/lead. I did pretty well the last time up until about the 8th month aside from just feeling periodically awful on a Sunday. Suggestions? I really don’t [...]
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