Studio Sessions: Sounding More Powerful The Sustainable Way with Singer Ali
What if singing powerfully had less to do with pushing, and more to do with control? Ali came in thinking she needed to “do more” with her voice—but what really changed things was doing less. This coaching session shows what happens when a singer shifts their focus from volume to balance, and learns how to smooth out their sound without losing strength. I sat down with VTS coach Kate, a vocal anatomy enthusiast and expert, to talk about how to understanding vocal anatomy can help you coach yourself and others much better. If you are a singer, vocal coach, music teacher or director and want to understand how your voice actually works (without going to med school), this is a great place to begin. Of course, it hasn’t always been easy. Even with support, choosing a creative path comes with doubt, fear, and a million unknowns. But when you grow up feeling like the people who know you best believe you’re capable — not just talented, but actually capable — it shapes the way you move through the world. This conversation is a reflection on what that support looked like, how it helped me navigate the messy middle of making music into a career, and why I believe the way we parent creative kids matters more than we think. If you've ever felt torn between your passion and practicality — or if you're a parent wondering how to support your child without pushing — I think you’ll relate.
Chest, Mix & Head Voice: Navigating Your Vocal Registers For A Smooth Voice
Frustrated about that crack in the middle of your voice? That happens when you’re abruptly switching from one register to the next. Understanding your registers - chest voice, head voice and mix voice - and what happens when you crack is going to be key to smooth out your break and make it seem like you have one seamless voice.
Having an Off Day Vocally? Try This Warm-Up for Tired Voices
Crappy voice day? Same. We all experience them from time to time. Let me walk you through what I do when my voice feels stiff, heavy, tired or just off. Whether you’re coming off a long day of singing, didn’t sleep well, or forgot to do a cooldown the day before, this gentile yet extensive warm-up is for you.
Dynamic Singing: The Secret To Sounding Like You Were Born To Sing
Frustrated that some singers seem to have that natural talent—like they were just born to sing—and you… weren’t? Good news: sounding like you were born to sing is 100% a trainable skill. And the secret behind that effortless, emotionally moving sound? Dynamic singing. Let me show you exactly what dynamic singing means, why it matters way more than vocal range or power, and how you can start developing this skill right now. If you’ve ever thought, “I sound fine, but something’s missing…”—this is what you’ve been missing.
