How to Learn to Sing Online
Learning to sing online is growing in popularity due to the availability of digital recording materials. Some voice instructors have placed free videos online to attract potential students. Helpful articles about basic vocal maintenance are also available online. Many of these resources can teach new singers good vocal habits, though there is no substitute for an in-person voice teacher.
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Instructions
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Locate and Use Reliable Resources
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Check available online resources and locate a reputable voice teacher such as Larissa Lam. This expert posts videos on YouTube. An expert voice teacher will explain how to perform a vocal technique, demonstrate it herself and visually depict the exercise in question when possible.
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Start learning at the beginning of the series or program, even if it seems elementary. You will need to learn proper vocal warm-ups and vocabulary. This may not involve much singing at first.
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Take proper care of your vocal cords using the 10 Vocal Commandments. Vocal Commandments advises proper hydration and the avoidance of milk-based food products before performance.
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Learn about safe singing. Certain improper singing methods can damage your vocal cords. When learning to sing online, be sure to learn the difference between singing with the throat and singing from the diaphragm.
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Manage your breathing properly using instructional online videos.
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Evaluate yourself using the "Can You Sing?" online test after taking a few lessons. Critical self-evaluation is an important part of learning to sing online as it is the only means of measuring your progress.
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Proceed with vocal techniques using the online instructional videos. Try learning to sing with vibrato and practice supporting your sound by singing from the diaphragm.
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Practice your learned techniques beyond the lessons by singing in the shower and in the car.
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Tips & Warnings
Always stay hydrated.
Singing is like a sport. Your body needs to be in good shape to achieve its goals.
Make a class schedule for yourself by designating a special time each day for online voice lessons.
Never sing while eating or chewing gum. This can lead to choking.
