The Case Of The Underperformer With The Urgent Deadline
Laura had been asked to submit a song for an advert – a great opportunity for an emerging singer-songwriter. The post The Case Of The Underperformer With The Urgent Deadline appeared first on...
View ArticleFind Success In Artistic Diversity
Don’t compromise yourself for the sake of commercial success -says Connie Lim. The post Find Success In Artistic Diversity appeared first on VoiceCouncil Magazine.
View ArticleHow To Really Push Your Music Forward
Connie Lim uses a principle from Stephen Covey to cut through the “noise” and find her way forward. The post How To Really Push Your Music Forward appeared first on VoiceCouncil Magazine.
View ArticleThe Case Of The Out-Of-Sync Backing Duo
Josh had called me to ask for help with his backing singers; they were both strong singers in their own right but were struggling to create a united sound as a backing duo. The post The Case Of The...
View ArticleThree Mistakes Some Singing Teachers Make
Gurus live on mountaintops and meditate all day. Voice teachers and vocal coaches are human -says Jaime Babbitt. The post Three Mistakes Some Singing Teachers Make appeared first on VoiceCouncil...
View ArticleChildren’s Parties: An Untapped Revenue Stream For Singers
Laurie Berkner, The Wiggles and Dan Zanes and many other artists have had success in this genre -says Jaime Babbitt. The post Children’s Parties: An Untapped Revenue Stream For Singers appeared first...
View ArticleHow To Get Your Heroes To Be Your Board Of Directors – 3 Steps
I wanted to be inspired, and be around people who were the same as me -says Connie Lim. The post How To Get Your Heroes To Be Your Board Of Directors – 3 Steps appeared first on VoiceCouncil Magazine.
View ArticleI’ve Lost My Head Voice!
Doc: I had a thyroidectomy, and I have not been able to recover my voice as yet. The post I’ve Lost My Head Voice! appeared first on VoiceCouncil Magazine.
View ArticleThe Case Of The Over-Passionate Singer
Andrew had created a new piece of theater with music and had written several good pop songs around the theme of alienation; he complained that he was consistently leaving rehearsal with a sore throat....
View ArticleDoc: I’ve Never Rested My Voice!
I’m a singer and over-talker - and now I have constant hoarseness - help! The post Doc: I’ve Never Rested My Voice! appeared first on VoiceCouncil Magazine.
View ArticleDoc: I Can’t Hit My Low Notes!
I've got a concert coming up and I don't think that merely clearing my throat is going to get me to my low D! The post Doc: I Can’t Hit My Low Notes! appeared first on VoiceCouncil Magazine.
View ArticleBest and Worst Tips for Hitting Higher Notes
Rachel Bennett explains how - and how NOT - to hit those high notes. The post Best and Worst Tips for Hitting Higher Notes appeared first on VoiceCouncil Magazine.
View ArticleThe Case of the Singer with ‘Tight Top Tones’
Jane had written and performed several songs with her guitar and was beginning to attract attention – she had just completed a short tour as support for a signed singer. The post The Case of the Singer...
View ArticleBad Singing Habits Won’t Die… Here’s How to Kill Them
Jamie Babbitt shares the best ways to become aware of our worst singing habits, and the most effective methods to sort out voices out. The post Bad Singing Habits Won’t Die… Here’s How to Kill Them...
View ArticleHow Amelia Got Over Her Stage Fright
Amelia possessed a lovely warm and fluid voice with a soulful sound but she was very shy. The post How Amelia Got Over Her Stage Fright appeared first on VoiceCouncil Magazine.
View ArticleThe Case of the Singer with Poor Intonation
Jake was a wonderful guitarist but somehow found it very difficult to sing in tune. The post The Case of the Singer with Poor Intonation appeared first on VoiceCouncil Magazine.
View ArticleThe Case of the Singer who Didn’t Like Audiences
Joy was ‘into singing’ but found it very distracting to sing to people. The post The Case of the Singer who Didn’t Like Audiences appeared first on VoiceCouncil Magazine.
View ArticleHow to Have a Healthy Voice and Still Live Like a Rock Star
Can drinking, smoking and clubbing be part of a healthy singing life? You might be surprised at Jaime Babbitt’s answers! The post How to Have a Healthy Voice and Still Live Like a Rock Star appeared...
View ArticleThe Singer who Couldn’t Move her Voice Around
Alfie booked some sessions with me via a friend’s recommendation and had never had singing lessons before. The post The Singer who Couldn’t Move her Voice Around appeared first on VoiceCouncil Magazine.
View Article3 Reasons Why Auto-Tune is Not Always Your Best Friend
Jaime Babbitt begs singers not to suck the life out of their vocal take with auto-tune. The post 3 Reasons Why Auto-Tune is Not Always Your Best Friend appeared first on VoiceCouncil Magazine.
View Article3 Qualities Singer-Songwriters Look for in a Vocal Coach
We salute your journey and want you to do it big, do it well and do it with a healthy, happy voice –says Jaime Babbitt. The post 3 Qualities Singer-Songwriters Look for in a Vocal Coach appeared first...
View ArticleThe Case of the Singer Whose Arms Got in the Way
Don was a tall actor and aside from noticing his slight stoop on first meeting him, I also noticed he was blessed with long, dangly arms. The post The Case of the Singer Whose Arms Got in the Way...
View ArticleWhen Your Family isn’t Supportive of Your Singing Career
Jaime Babbitt shows ways ahead for singers under 18, over 18, in military families, and in a family business. The post When Your Family isn’t Supportive of Your Singing Career appeared first on...
View ArticleWhat Singers Can Learn from Barbra Streisand
Barbra Streisand viewed singing as “a means to an end”, but became one of the greatest vocalists the world will ever know –says Jaime Babbitt. The post What Singers Can Learn from Barbra Streisand...
View Article3 Things You Need to Know about Singing in “Music City” Nashville TN
Nashville is unlike any city I’ve ever known, and you have to play by its rules – says Jaime Babbitt. The post 3 Things You Need to Know about Singing in “Music City” Nashville TN appeared first on...
View ArticleFind Your Mixed Register
Mixing is a technique used by singers of contemporary song and musical theatre to deliver a clear and safe voice throughout their vocal range. The post Find Your Mixed Register appeared first on...
View ArticleSexual Harassment: 3 Ways Singers Can Protect Themselves
Hey, the ‘casting couch’ exists in music too – warns Jaime Babbitt. The post Sexual Harassment: 3 Ways Singers Can Protect Themselves appeared first on VoiceCouncil Magazine.
View ArticleGetting Your First Pro Gig—5 Rules for Playing with The Big Kids
You’re the newbie among those who’ve been around the block a few times? Never fear – says Jamie Babbitt. The post Getting Your First Pro Gig—5 Rules for Playing with The Big Kids appeared first on...
View ArticleFive Things Singers Had Going for Them in The Paleolithic Era
Renowned session singer and author Jaime Babbitt shares insights from the not too distant past. The post Five Things Singers Had Going for Them in The Paleolithic Era appeared first on VoiceCouncil...
View ArticleFive Tips on Becoming a Successful Jingle Singer
You’ve heard Jaime Babbitt’s voice on jingles for products such as Dr. Pepper, Coca-Cola, Chevrolet, Ocean Spray, Starburst and Pringles, to name a few. The post Five Tips on Becoming a Successful...
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