HOW TO TRAIN YOUR VOICE!!!!!
Steps
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View the prospects listed in "tips" before moving on to the steps.
The "tips' show certain valuable references on correct singing, such as
raising the soft pallet, breathing and posture, jaw placement, breath
control, and other aspects. The steps provide vocal warm-ups which may
be beneficial as part of a vocal training practice. Enjoy!
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Begin with the basic solfege (by sound) notes:
"do, re, mi, fa, so, la, ti, do," while ascending the pitches along
with a piano or keyboard accordingly. The object is to decline back down
to the pitch "do," by singing "do, ti, la, so, fa, mi, re, do."
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Sing "mi-mommy-made-me-eat-my-m&ms" on the notes "do re mi fa so fa mi re do."
Start out by singing "mi" while moving the pitch up higher on the notes
"do re mi fa." "Ya" is to be sung on "so fa mi re do." The note "so" is
one pitch higher than "fa," and therefore, it is necessary to imply on
one pitch higher with the word "ya" before going back down the scale.
Try to connect the notes and the words sung on the melody in a smooth
fashion. This is called legato.
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Sing "do mi so mi do" while repeatedly singing the word "ha" on the notes.
Ascend the word "ha" on the notes "do mi so," and descend the word "ha"
on the notes "mi do." Sing this warm up in staccato, meaning, making
each and every note short and separated, yet with control.It is best to
place your hand on your stomach to make sure you are doing this exercise
correctly. Each time you say "ha" while making sure the breath is
coming from your diaphragm, you should feel a slight shaking feeling in
your stomach, and the hand that is on it.
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Sing the pitches "do re mi fa so mi do."
Sing "zi-ya" on the pitches. "Zi" is to be sung on "do re mi fa" in
legato. Make these notes smooth and connected. "Ya" is to be sung on "so
mi do." It is supposedly sung in staccato. Make these notes short and
separate, just like you sang "ha." Putting these concepts together
requires practice, as it involves transitioning between concepts. When
singing "zi," try to keep the jaw relaxed. Do not open your mouth too
wide. In fact,sing this note with a rounded mouth that is only slightly
open. This way, you will achieve a soft sound that is round and full.
When you sing "ya," do not widen the mouth once again. Slightly elongate
the shape of your mouth. Because this also involves apregiation to some
extent, it is always best to leave your hand on your diaphragm.
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If you notice the keys on the piano, note that the pitch "do" occurs more than once along the keys.
The entire range of notes from one "do" to the next is called an
octave. As your vocal range expands, you may achieve the ability to sing
several octaves. To practice this, a piano would be very helpful. Press
the key of the note "do" on the piano. This may be anywhere, depending
on the type of instrument you have, such as a soprano, alto, or mezzo.
Note that your voice will be traveling in an uprising fashion, so choose
the spot accordingly. Start from a pitch you can comfortably sing. If
you are an alto, it is best to start at a spot further down on the
piano. Likewise, if you sing soprano, start higher. Mezzos should find a
spot somewhere in between, midway throughout the keys. If you do not
know your vocal type, make an estimate and find what works for you.
Press the key "do" on the piano, and match pitch with your voice. Hold
out this note as long as you comfortably can. Then, press the "do" one
octave higher than the one you were singing and match pitch, holding it
out accordingly. If you find this is too high for you, either start
lower from the beginning, or you could try half of an octave by going
from "do" to "so" instead. After singing the higher note "do" match
pitch with the lower one again and sing it out to a comfortable extent.
If you are a beginner, this may be enough octave training for the day.
If you choose to persevere and move on, try singing out the note "re" as
long as you comfortably can, then matching pitch with the higher note
"re" and holding it as long as you may. Then hold out the lower note
"re" once more. Try this practice with the notes "mi, fa,, so, la, ti,
etc. depending on the stretch of your range. This exercise is intended
to lengthen and strengthen the range of your vocal chords. Please be
cautioned of straining your instrument.
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The basic solfege method is a system of symbols for each of the solfege pitches.
The symbol for "do" is a fist. The symbol for "re" is a slanted hand
with the side of your hand facing towards you, as should your thumb.
Your finger tips should point slightly to the left. The symbol for "mi"
is a flat hand as if you were placing it on a desk, and the side of your
hand should face you once again, as should your thumb. The symbol for
"fa" is a thumb's down symbol with the inside of your thumb facing
outward. The symbol for "so" is a flat hand with the palm facing
outward. The symbol for "la" is a cupped hand that faces downward. The
symbol for "ti" is a fist with the index finger pointing up and slightly
to the left. Then, bring your index finger back into your fist to make
"do." You could attempt to master this method by practicing it over and
over to gain the ability to symbol the notes faster. This could be an
enjoyable and inspirational way to practice, as it helps to signal the
notes while singing each of them. See what works for you. :)
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Begin with the solfege symbol "do" while singing the pitch.
Hold out this note to the extent of your comfort. Then, sing and signal
the note "re" while holding it out. Then, go back down and sing the
note "do." The object is to move on and sing from "do" to "mi," then
"do" to "fa," then "do" to "so," then "do" to "la" then "do" to "ti,"
then "do" to "do," or as far as desired.
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If none of the above work, try taking classes. You can find classes in your area online or in your local paper.(They probably will cost money!)
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