by Kate Cardon | Anatomy, Foundations of Singing Articles, Voice
Did you know that the primary function of your voicebox is to help protect your airway? The fact that we can speak and sing with the small folds that act as the final layer of defenses to keep food or other items out of your lungs is really just a happy accident...
by Kate Cardon | Articulation, Power & Expression Articles, Coaching, Performance Skills, Technique, Voice
It’s a common misconception that singing with good, healthy technique might not be possible for all styles of music, particularly hard rock or heavy metal (though even Musical Theatre Belting can be dangerous if not approached properly). Fortunately, we now know...
by Kate Cardon | Practicing, Voice
For singers of all ages, styles of music, and levels of singing, cultivating a healthy practice mindset is key to success. Those singers who can stay focused on their goals and systematically structure their progress are those who will ultimately achieve the voice...
by Kate Cardon | Performance Skills, Voice
Once you’ve decided on which Universities or Conservatories to submit applications to, you may be wondering what comes next! While some schools will require pre-screening materials to be submitted with your paper application, others may wait to hear you until...
by Kate Cardon | Expand Your Range Articles, Technique, Unlock Your Voice Articles, Voice
If you sing popular styles of music or contemporary musical theatre, you’re probably familiar with the sound of mixed voice. Most pop singers rely on a flexible mixed voice to carry them through the bulk of their range, applying head voice or chest voice as...
