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Practicing in Your Car: Making the Most of It

In this article, Zac outlines the benefits and limitations of practicing singing in the car and explains how to use this method safely and…

Finding Your Style

In this article, Tim dissects what constitutes vocal style through examples and offers ways to cultivate one's style in singing.

What Does an Arranger Actually Do?

In this article, Tim explains how arrangers adapt music for performers and contexts, distinguishing their role from music directors, orchestrators…

Reducing Constriction in Singing: Energy Economics

In this article, Bryan looks through the lens of energy economics to explore why singers sometimes constrict their voices when they sing.

Do Singers Need To Know How To Read Sheet Music?

In this article, Abby Payne explores whether or not it is necessary for singers to be able to read music.

National Association of Teachers of Singing Reviews "Sing Like Never Before"

The Official Journal of the National Association of Teachers of Singing, Inc., has published their review of Justin Stoney's award-winning book Sing Like Never Before.

Singing Is For Everyone Part II: The WHAT and HOW of Singing

In Part II of Andy's "Singing Is For Everyone" series, Andy interviews his students about WHAT they’ve gained from lessons and HOW they achieved those gains with Andy.

What Makes A Song Great For Singing?

In this article, Tim Rosser discusses four key factors to consider when determining if a song is great for singing.

4 Elements of Vocal Practice That Create Real, Lasting Change

In this article, Zac Bradford explains that lasting vocal growth comes from combining consistency, mindfulness, deliberate practice, and time.

Managing Performance Anxiety: What is it? How do we face it?

All singers face this at some point in their vocal journey. In this article, Abby breaks down what performance anxiety is and discusses strategies for managing it.

Inside the Studio: A Lesson with Andy King

A handful of months ago I started teaching a 20-something student...

Am I Singing In Tune? More Complicated Than You Think!

Virtually every singer I have taught or worked with has struggled with singing in tune at some point in their vocal journey...