Improving your vocal range is possible, despite what some singing teachers might tell you. Many teachers misunderstand the topic of vocal ranges and may discourage their students from attempting to increase their range. However, with the right training, you can dramatically improve your vocal range in a short period of time.
One common mistake singers make when attempting to hit high notes is straining their necks and pushing their chins out. This belting technique can actually damage your voice and burn it out quickly. It encourages the wrong muscles to become involved in the singing process and prevents the correct internal muscles of the larynx from functioning properly.
The key to increasing your vocal range is to discover a new muscle coordination. With proper technique, you can move up into your high range using less air, not more. This allows your vocal chords to form a new muscle coordination, known as a shortened vocal chord. By “zipping up” your vocal chords, less of the chord is free to vibrate, which requires less air to move the chords faster, resulting in a higher note.
The speech level singing method is an effective way to train your vocal chords to “zip up.” This method uses simple exercises to teach your vocal chords to form the new muscle coordination. As you continue to practice these exercises, you’ll find that your range becomes greater, stronger, and the tone quality improves. Many students of this method find that they can increase their range by an octave in their first lesson.
In conclusion, improving your vocal range is possible with the right training and technique. By discovering a new muscle coordination, you can hit high notes with ease and improve the overall quality of your singing.
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