The Singing / Straw Blog
This week, subscriber Preston writes: “How will it help me with identifying where the true sweet spot of my voice is? I've found that my range spans from baritone to countertenor and as a result I've never been able to...
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If you're new to the Singing / Straw™, you might be wondering how to use it correctly without pushing from your throat. That's a fantastic question, and I’m excited to break it all down for you! First things first: don’t...
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We’ve all heard it: "Hustle harder!" It’s become a badge of honor in today’s world—especially in the world of singers and vocal coaches, where hustling is often seen as the key to success. But what if I told you that...
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I recently got a question that I knew had to be shared with all of you. One of my amazing singers who's in the middle of transitioning asked: "Hi Whitney, I'm transitioning, and my voice coach suggested a singing straw....
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You know that gritty, raspy, growly sound you hear in heavy metal, blues, or even pop? It’s called distortion, and it’s one of those vocal techniques that can make you stand out—but only if you do it the right way....
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