Let me give you the short answer first….. ABSOLUTELY. Read on to see the advantages and challenges of singing from a young age or a seasoned age. The fact is we all start singing when listening to the radio, old records (if you’re nostalgic), or your favorite playlist. Voice lessons are a separate issue that […] The post Can You Learn To Sing At Any Age? appeared first on Singing Success ..read more

Before I start, I want to quickly address a few common concerns and replace those concerns with strategies. Here are a few of them: I want to sing, but I don’t really know the VERY FIRST step. The most obvious answer might be: find a vocal coach and start vocal training. But it’s NOT! The first thing […] The post How To Get Started In Singing appeared first on Singing Success ..read more

How to Get Noticed as a Singer  By Brett Manning The social media posts read: “I’m releasing my new EP.” “I’m releasing my single. Pre-save or pre-purchase for download now.” “Please come and see me live at Country Community Coffee Shop.” But the problem is…. you’re just another brick in the wall. Y’all remember that […] The post How To Get Noticed As A Singer appeared first on Singing Success ..read more

Deciding On Your Sound [The hardest decision for a singer] – By Brett Manning  Actually, this could have several subtitles because of the seriousness and complexity of this almost torturous subject, including: Every new singer has this problem Singing the wrong songs for your voice type Imagination and image Somebody tell me: who am I […] The post Deciding On Your Sound appeared first on Singing Success ..read more

The Myth of ‘Affordable’ Lessons – By Brett Manning  your life is too short to learn slowly!! How Much Do Singing Lessons Cost? I’ll get to the point. Average price for an hour session is $70 dollars per lesson….in the U.S. This is pretty much standard and easy to assess. What About Vocal Training Outside […] The post How Much Are Singing Lessons? appeared first on Singing Success ..read more

by Brett Manning Did you know there are 3 types of beginners that come to our vocal studios for vocal lessons? Yes, a beginner may have been singing for decades. A beginner may even have a song on top of the billboard charts. All singers need vocal exercises. Determining which type of a beginner you […] The post Beginner Vocal Exercises appeared first on Singing Success ..read more

Believe it or not… THIS is the most controversial blog I’ve written to this date. Because so many would understandably ask, “What’s the big deal… just drink plain water until your voice feels free or until you pee pale.” I mean, vocal hydration to improve vocal function should NOT be that hard, right? Singing teachers […] The post Hydration and Singing-Exposing the Myth appeared first on Singing Success ..read more

“FREE BIRD! FREE BIRD! FREE BIRD” the typical audience members shouted longingly and some shouted mockingly. “Sweet Caroline! Wonderwall! Margaritaville! Superstitious! Baby Got back! Piano Man! Don’t Stop Believing! Friends in Low Places! Living on a Prayer! Fight for Your Right to Party! Old Time Rock and Roll! Sweet Home Alabama!” and other audience requests. […] The post How to Never Get Tired of Singing the Same Song appeared first on Singing Success ..read more

Fear of Vulnerability If you have a fear of vulnerability, welcome to an extremely large club. This is so common that according to research professor Pat LaDouceur, PhD: “You’ve probably heard that public speaking is feared more than death itself. It sounds crazy, but that’s what people say. Is there any truth to this?” Dr. LaCouceur […] The post Fear Of Vulnerability appeared first on Singing Success ..read more