As a singer, it is important to have versatility. There are times in a song where a soft subtle approach is necessary and then soon thereafter builds to the singer belting a powerful note at full volume to convey the right amount of emotion. To do this with ease and naturally requires technical voice training. At the Candian Academy of Vocal Music, your singing coach will help you with five main areas that make up voice training; pitch, diction, rhythm, voice and breathing. Pitch You need to train the pitch of your voice to hit match the tunes and hit the notes in the song you’re singing.&nbs ..read more

You may be quite the singer with a naturally gifted voice. You may also feel that your gift has peaked, or feel lost with where to proceed in training. If you want to evolve your vocal skills and utilize this innate talent, a vocal coach can provide the proper guidance needed to temper your phonetic ability. Develop confidence in your ability A coach knows what it takes to become a vocal master. He/she works with you to bring out your best. As time progresses and your listeners compliment you and notice your improvements firsthand, you will begin to feel confident that you can deliver a specta ..read more

A congratulation is in order for one of our students, Vivan Hicks. Our rising star recently received an invitation to audition for American Idol. The competition took place in an undisclosed location and the first date the competition will be aired will be this February of 2020. Although we know what happened-we can’t tell you the final results, you’ll need to watch the season and find out. This season was monumental because it was the first time any Canadians were invited to be in the auditions. Our commander and chief, Ian Garrett made the trek to support Vivian in what could possibly be one ..read more

Many people are under the impression that singing is a production of sound that comes from your vocal cords, mouth and throat. This is decidedly not entirely the case. In fact, a well-trained singer will use most of the muscles in the body using 5 specific singing positions to control the way air is used in the production of sound. From the feet right up to the head, each region of the body plays a role in contributing to the way the voice flows from and through the body. Learn the following postures and singing positions that encourage relaxed, controlled and sustainable sound to improve your ..read more

Many people are under the impression that singing is a production of sound that comes from your vocal cords, mouth and throat. This is decidedly not entirely the case. In fact, a well-trained singer will use most of the muscles in the body using 5 specific singing positions to control the way air is used in the production of sound. From the feet right up to the head, each region of the body plays a role in contributing to the way the voice flows from and through the body. Learn the following postures and singing positions that encourage relaxed, controlled and sustainable sound to improve your ..read more

The ability to sing with control, confidence and clarity is an amazing skill to have that lasts a lifetime. Kids singing lessons provide an excellent head start to a potentially lifelong art. While having natural talent can be a huge asset, the only way to become the best you can be at singing is to practice. Often. The best time to learn how to sing is when you are a child because the vocal cords are still developing. Practicing at a young age pays off tenfold. Singing is one of the best kids activities for a child who enjoys performing and really hamming it up. Children ..read more

How can I sing with more power? How can I improve my vocal control? These are among the most commonly asked questions by people who want to improve their vocal range. Whether you are an aspiring musician or voice over artist, your voice is the most powerful instrument. What makes a good singer? Several characteristics define a good singer. They are having the right tone, being in control, consistency, firm support, suitable volume, clear enunciation, and musical phrasing. To improve your singing voice, you must learn how to work with the available tools – balance, the right ear exercises ..read more

Ear training is one the most critical practices if you are planning on composing, playing, or singing. Without proper ear training, it will be difficult for any musician, sound engineer, or DJ to achieve their full potential. Ear training reconditions how musicians, audio engineers, and even DJs experience music. In fact, it helps to improve one’s ability to connect with the sounds they hear. As an essential aspect of a well-rounded musician, aural training also forms the foundation of how one plays and sings music. Want to learn more about ear training, why it’s essential, and find out what t ..read more

Music is an integral part of our lives and has the ability to inspire thoughts, emotions and endless memories. Listening to your favourite song can change your darkest mood lift your spirits or make you nostalgic about a time long past. The benefits of learning music are not limited to recreation; music creates cultures, forms trends, and is a form of education that improves many aspects of your development as a human being. We reached out to a number of Toronto based music professionals who are teaching music, to get their opinion on the greatest benefits of learning music. The following is a ..read more

One of the best ways to learn about music is to see professionals in action. Watching and listening to the best at work can inspire you to new heights and set new standards for what can be achieved. Some of your fondest memories will be about shows you’ve attended where musicians and artists dazzled your eardrums with delight. It’s not just your style of music that you can learn from but from every style. Singers that have mastered voice control and perfect pitch can be appreciated by anyone who takes an interest in the art of song. For that reason, we would like to recommend five of ..read more