The Top 3 Areas Of Vocal Improvement

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While I’ve been a student of the voice and singing for most of my life, as well as a professional singer, I have spent the past year immersed in figuring out how to rapidly improve someone’s singing voice, even if they weren’t necessarily born with much ‘natural’ talent.

I believe strongly that singing is something that can be learned by anyone with the right techniques and exercises.

So, I’ve identified what I think are the key elements of what it takes to really improve your voice, and I’ve created a step-by-step, 8-week method that is guaranteed to take any singer to a new level of singing ability.

I have developed 8 specific areas that I think every singer should focus on and improve in, but I want to give you what I consider to be the top 3.

1. Agility

This one sometimes takes people by surprise, because they either don’t know what exactly it is or necessarily how to apply it to singing.  Agility is the ability to move quickly and effortlessly from one note to the next, landing on the right notes without having to slide up or down to nail the note.  This is most often heard with vocal trills and runs but also has its place in developing a free and beautiful vibrato.

2. Mix Voice

Developing a strong mix voice is one of most important pursuits of any serious singer as it relates to both eliminating cracks and breaks in the voice as well as being able to sing high notes with power and without strain. The mix (or ‘mixed’ or ‘blended’) voice is the blend between your two primary registers, your chest voice and your head voice.

Instead of straining on the higher notes, a strong mix voice will help you to effortlessly nail these notes, and with greater power.

3. Resonance

This is the area that will separate you from the thin, timid sounding voice to a full, powerful sound voice.

Resonance is a quality of sound that is fuller and louder because of the reverberation inside the various resonators inside your chest, throat and sinus cavity.

Most people think that fullness and volume come from pushing harder, but the truth is that you can have a very powerful voice, with little effort when you are properly using the resonators built into your frame.

Hopefully you learned something here and have found this helpful.

I welcome your comments and questions. I always respond to them, personally.

I would love to hear in the comments below about what you most want to learn and why, and maybe what you most struggle with.

Godspeed to you!

Aaron

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  1. faiza
    149 days ago

    I’m 16 years old and unfortunately wasn’t born with natural singing talent.its been a couple of months since I’ve become ‘obsessed’ with voices and would really love to develop my own.the trouble is that I battle with all 3 areas of singing.this is probably because I have absolutely no idea where to start.I would really love to learn how to sing like someone that was born with the natural talent…please help


    • Aaron Anastasi
      149 days ago

      Falza,

      I created the program, Superior Singing Method, for people exactly like you. Seriously. My goal was to help people who weren’t born with a ton of talent to be able to sing as if they had. Singing is a learned thing, and you can learn it, too. My course is step-by-step and walks you through every area of the voice with specific lessons and exercises for each area. It is set up as an 8-week, systematic program. And I’m launching it tomorrow with a special discounted price during the launch period.

      I wish you all the best and am confident that my course can help you.

      Aaron


  2. Sarbjit
    140 days ago

    Hi. I’m 13 years old and I want to become a famous singer. It is my dream. But please tell me what I nedd to do in step how will I make my dream come ture? -Thank you :)


    • Aaron Anastasi
      134 days ago

      Sarbjlt,

      That’s great that you have a dream and the determination to get there!

      My course, Superior Singing Method, is a step by step course that will give you the tools you need to get you started down that path.

      You can find it here: http://www.howtosing.com/superior-singing-method/

      Good luck!

      BTW, forgive the delayed response. I was out of town for the holidays.

      Aaron


  3. Ella
    129 days ago

    I get to go to a music studio though I’m not sure if I should play the violin or sing. I’m not sure if I can sing well though I’m on Grade 2 on violin. Please help me choose


    • Aaron Anastasi
      128 days ago

      Ella,

      I would probably just pick the one that i’m most comfortable doing, whichever one I had the most confidence pulling off.

      Aaron


  4. Chloe
    123 days ago

    I have a problem where I can’t stop my jaw and throat from getting tense when singing, I sound good in person but not at all in recordings and how do I avoid sounding three years old when singing into a microphone.


    • Aaron Anastasi
      123 days ago

      Chloe,

      That’s a common problem, the tension thing, that is. This is typically a sign that you need to develop a stronger mix voice, which is a mix between your head and chest voice. You are likely trying to sing higher notes in your chest voice when you should be in your mix or head voice.

      I’ve got lots of exercises and lessons on this in my course. But a good start would be to do lip rolls on a sliding scales from the bottom to the top of your range for several minutes a day.

      Also, tension, especially in the studio, is likely a result of nerves. Take a few deep breaths and massage the muscles in your jaw and face. I like to do a rag doll where I just let my torso and arms hang down, letting the blood rush to my head a bit. This may help to relax you.

      Good luck!

      Aaron


  5. Scott
    123 days ago

    I’m 36 and can sing fairly decently. I basically taught myself how to sing when I was a teenager. I had a pretty wide vocal range. I could hit some of the higher octaves. I caught strep throat when I was 31 and after recovering, realized that the entire upper tier of my voice was gone. I can no longer hit the “high” notes. Would your program help me with the recovery of the lost ability?


    • Aaron Anastasi
      123 days ago

      Scott,

      That’s a unique situation, so I can’t say for sure. But I can say this: You probably lost a lot of the muscle coordination in your vocal cords, and my course can help you get that back. One of the main components of the course is to help you to expand your range naturally, helping you to sing higher notes with less strain.

      Hope that helps. Best of luck you you, man!

      Aaron


  6. andrew
    111 days ago

    hi im 15 and would love to sing but im horrible and help with how to breathe can you help with that


    • Aaron Anastasi
      111 days ago

      Andrew,

      Hey man. thanks for hitting me up.

      I can definitely help you with that. In fact, large portions of my full course, Superior Singing Method, are devoted to just that.

      Learning proper breathing for singing begins with good posture and full breaths. This will help your diaphragm descend and give more room for your lungs to expand. My course is full of video lesson that give you all the exercises and techniques you need to breathe and sing much better. And I guarantee it within 60 days or your money back.

      You can find the course here: http://www.howtosing.com/superior-singing-method/

      Best of luck to you, Andrew!

      Aaron


  7. Eileen
    108 days ago

    I just purchased your lessons and I am not sure how to access my lessons.
    Can you tell me how to get started?
    Thanks
    Eileen


    • Aaron Anastasi
      107 days ago

      Elleen,

      I’ll send you comment to my tech guy now, and he’ll give you a hand.

      Welcome!!

      Aaron


  8. Stephanie
    105 days ago

    How can I learn to sing like my hero Wednesday 13?


    • Aaron Anastasi
      104 days ago

      Stephanie,

      The best way I know to have the best voice that you are capable of is going through my systematic vocal course.

      You can find it here: http://www.howtosing.com/superior-singing-method/

      I would keep in mind, though, that you have your own unique voice, and that is a good thing. Aspiring to sing ‘like’ your favorite artist is a great thing, but not mimicking them.

      Good luck you, Stephanie!

      Aaron


  9. jordan blundell
    103 days ago

    i was not born with the natural talent i have been trying for years to learn to sing but im just not getting anywhere


  10. jayda
    91 days ago

    i like these ideas but im not sure it will wor for me


    • Aaron Anastasi
      90 days ago

      Jayda,

      Why don’t you think they will work for you? I’d say give them a try for a couple of weeks and see the difference. I think you’ll be surprised.

      Best of luck to you!

      Aaron


  11. Hayley
    87 days ago

    Aaron,
    I found you on YouTube and really liked the three videos I saw. I’m interested in your program, and would like to learn more about the pricing (scraping by college student, yeah). Everybody that has heard me sing tells me that I have a pretty voice, but I could have a really good voice if I would learn technique. So I’m just weighing options on who can help with that, because I’ve always wanted to learn!
    Hayley


    • Aaron Anastasi
      86 days ago

      Hayley,

      I’m glad you found some of the YouTube videos helpful, and I think you’re right to assume that learning proper technique will help you go much further, much faster.

      As far as pricing goes, take a look here: http://www.howtosing.com/superior-singing-method/

      That should explain everything. And I totally get the being on a budget thing. The program is a 60-day system, and I have a 60-day money back guarantee. So, if the program really helps you out, then it will be more than worth the cost (especially since I charge double the cost of the full program for one private lesson, and the program contains around fifty). If you don’t improve as much as you hoped, I’ll give you all your money back, even up to the very last day of the program.

      I wish you all the best, Hayley!

      Aaron


  12. Tereska
    82 days ago

    Hi :)
    I’m 20 and I love to sing :) but I really don’t know how to release my voice from my body in the best way. People say that my voice is very good… for me there are still many problems. And I want to ask You about the worst one, the one that – I think – is some kind of barrier that can’t let me get on higher level. So… when I want to “get” high note on my chest I’m aware that it should be mixed voice. Could You explain me, how to find this mixed voice? I’ve got several informations like “try to say this tone on some word” etc., but actually – it doesn’t work. I always sound like I have neverending running nose or classical.., nothing between and it’s so depressing when I feel and hear the difference between the colors of my lower and higher “voices”. I try to make exercises carefully and as many times in the week as I can. But there is also one problem… to be honest… I’ve been playing the violin for 14 years, and I’m in the group of people who have obsession about classical music – only, forever and ever… and I should hide myself with practising my voice. Do You have more “silent-exercises”? I would be very grateful for your help!
    Thank You!
    P.S. I’m sorry for mistakes, English is not my native language.
    Tereska


    • Aaron Anastasi
      78 days ago

      Tereska,

      It sounds like you know a thing or two about the voice already, which is great! You are right in saying that you need to develop a mix, or mixed voice. But how exactly do you do that? And how do you do it quietly. :)

      There is so much to say about that that I can’t do it justice in a comment, but here is one of the primary components of developing a mix. What you want to do is extend the lower part of your head voice so that it can more easily connect and ‘mix’ with the chest voice. And one of many ways to do this is with tongue trills. These are good because you can do them quietly, with your lips barely parted open. Start in the higher part of your range, in your head voice, and slowly descend down. And here is the key: instead of just flipping into chest voice right when you might normally, try to remain in head voice as long as possible, as low as possible, until it is almost airy sounding.

      This is one of many things, of course.

      My full course is geared toward singing higher notes and developing a mixed voice and is full of a bunch of videos to help you get it. If you’re interested, you can find it here: http://www.howtosing.com/superior-singing-method/

      Best of luck to you Tereska, with your violin and your voice.

      Aaron


  13. glynn
    82 days ago

    Aaron,

    It kinda is a God thing with me. The rock and roll played on the radio has changed my 50+ year old life. For whatever reason, I now feel like I have to learn how. The whole idea almost makes me sick and I have fought with it for a long time. My motto has always been – I can’t carry a tune in a bucket to save my life, but the idea haunts me and it just won’t go away. So, I’ve decided to try and learn how as the only remaining option I have to seek peace in this matter. I’m horrified at the prospect.

    Bless you for your work to teach folks like me who feel they just gotta get up there and sing. I’m one of those guys who has to know the rules of the road first rather than just winging it and hope for the best. Thanx so much again. At least I don’t feel alone and without help anymore. Your shared experience and guidance could very well change my life.

    Sincerely,

    Glynn


    • Aaron Anastasi
      78 days ago

      Glynn,

      Very cool, man. I commend you on your courage.

      I’ve got a lot of free articles and blogs on my website, if you would like to learn more and a free video there, too.

      Blessings, my friend.

      Aaron


  14. christy
    70 days ago

    i can sing most of the national anthem very strongly but when i get to ” and the rocket’s red glare” i have to switch to that higher voice instead of the strong tone. is this a good thing and if it isn’t what could i do?


    • Aaron Anastasi
      68 days ago

      Christy,

      That’s actually fine. Another trick you can try, for that section specifically, is to narrow the vowel sound instead of having it so spread out. Here is what I mean. Try singing “and the rocket’s RID GLEER”. I know that sounds weird, but it will help you nail the notes and will come across as, “red glare” when sung.

      Best of luck to you!

      Aaron


  15. Justin
    63 days ago

    Ahh Aaron, I can sing, I hav a powerful voice but the thing is am having problems with hitting the right notes at times… Hav any pointer as to help me out in that area. Plz and thanks.


    • Aaron Anastasi
      62 days ago

      Justin,

      That’s good that you recognize a limitation that you have, even though you can sing well. Pitch problems stem from a handful of different thing. One of the mail ones comes from undeveloped voice box muscles, which is improved though a series of the right vocal exercises, done over time.

      I have a whole section on pitch in my full course, with lots of great voice workouts. If you’re interested, you can check it out here: http://www.howtosing.com/superior-singing-method/

      Best of luck to you, Justin!!

      Aaron


  16. fred
    58 days ago

    fred doesnt like u


    • Aaron Anastasi
      57 days ago

      That’s weird, because I think Fred is awesome.

      Aaron


  17. FUCOWFUCHICKEN
    58 days ago

    Hi,

    What i most want to learn: How to avoid u.
    Why: Because its annoying to watch a video to learn shit and u get to ur site where u want to make money..
    What i most struggle with: Scammers like u.

    Thank you very much for ur time Sir,

    Good luck with ur career.

    Ciao http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fOaCTddlng


    • Aaron Anastasi
      57 days ago

      Interesting take. Is any professional, according to this logic, a ‘scammer’ if they spend a lifetime crafting a skill and agree to teach for a fee? If so, then your high school teacher, college teacher (if you decide to pursue an education) and any other of the like is a scammer. Interesting indeed. Was it because I took the time and effort to give away a lot of free stuff that you are so angry. Hmm.

      Aaron


  18. Evan
    58 days ago

    Hey Aaron! I am having a problem I want to be able to sing high notes and I know thy singing mixed will help BUT I don’t know If am singing in mixed(when I try) is there anyway for me to know what it feels like or anything like that? Thanks
    Evan


    • Aaron Anastasi
      57 days ago

      Evan,

      Thank you for the question. There are a lot of steps to get to the answer of your question, more than I could lay out in a comment, unfortunately. I have an entire section in my course on that very thing with several videos and a bunch of exercises that show you what exactly the mix (mixed voice) is and how to get there.

      Sorry I couldn’t be more help here. Here is where you can find the course, if you decide to go that route: http://www.howtosing.com/superior-singing-method/

      Best of luck to you!

      Aaron


  19. Joe Castro
    58 days ago

    Hey Aaron I want to try out your program but I want to know
    How long it’s going to be that price..(get paid in two weeks)..
    And I don’t have the money until then. Will it still be that price.
    I want to try it out please let me know thanks man.


    • Aaron Anastasi
      57 days ago

      Joe,

      The price will definitely not go up in the next couple of weeks.

      I look forward to having you as a student!

      Aaron


  20. yessenia
    40 days ago

    im 16 year old i wasent given the talent to sing but abaut 7 months or more my friend invited it me to sing at the church i said yes but i dirrent had a clued how to sing, what to do, and what was my real voice i have a problem with fricative voice and i cant pronounce my s’s, c’s and my z’s. my voice kind of sounds like a little girl somethimes. some times at church we are sing and every one has a solo epsep me because of that problem n my voice is to low please…… help i need to take them out n take the little girl voice out.. God bless you


  21. Rose
    34 days ago

    Hi Im only 13 but I think I ahve a good voice and really wanna get out there. I love singing and practice like everyday. Youre website has been a good help I haveto admit and I’ve watched a couple of your videos on u tube. I want to be a singer and hope to and I have never had singing lessons b4 and I think I sound good already its just Im really good at high but canmnot get to low. Do u think if I keep practicing I’ll be able to sing low one day?


    • Aaron Anastasi
      33 days ago

      Rose,

      I’m glad you are finding the videos helpful!

      Yes, I do think that you will be able to sing low one day. My 8-week, step-by-step video course specifically targets expanding your range, if you want to check it out, you can find it here: http://www.howtosing.com/sing-better-fast-ssm/

      Best of luck to you, Rose!

      Aaron


  22. Rose
    34 days ago

    Hi Im only in high scool and Ive never had singing lessons and I think my voice is good already I can sing high really good but I Suck at low. Do u think theres a possibility if I keep practicing that I’ll be able to hit low ?


    • Aaron Anastasi
      33 days ago

      Yep! Please see reply on your other comment.

      Aaron


  23. jody
    31 days ago

    hope this works ive read so many things about singing and am kinda confuse trying to put everything togeather,so i crossed my fingers thanks!!!!


    • Aaron Anastasi
      30 days ago

      Jody,

      Great! And best of luck to you. If you want a step by step, video lesson course (8-week), I’ve developed one. You can find all you need about singing and learn (and do) the right things at the right time with this course. http://www.howtosing.com/sing-better-fast-ssm/

      Best of luck to you!

      Aaron


  24. Arpan vadhera
    30 days ago

    hey
    im born and brought up in a family of artists so have been around an enviornment for art and music i play drums when i was young i used to take classical indian music classes from my teacher who was blind but had improved my singing pretty well but my voice has been inactive for many years now as i am 18 . and when i try to sing western music i feel my voice has gone a little rusty on singing higher notes. My throat usually prefers to sing abaritone voice but sometimes i feel i need variations to help me to ?how should i do it?
    .
    thanks .


    • Aaron Anastasi
      29 days ago

      Arpan,

      Thank you for the questions and a little bit of your background. That’s a very good question. The answer would take more than a comment could hold. I developed a course that focuses on this very thing, if you want to check that out. The answer is to develop a mix–a blend between your head and chest voice. But getting there takes some instruction and some time with the right vocal regimen. Here is the step by step, intensive, 8-week course I developed. http://www.howtosing.com/sing-better-fast-ssm/

      Best of luck to you, Arpan.

      Aaron