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Vocal Technique

Beginner Vocal Exercises

April 20, 2023
Did you know there are 3 types of beginners that come to our vocal studios for vocal lessons? Yes, a beginner may have been singing ...
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Voice Scales For Singers

January 26, 2023
In 1998, I released what has become an international best selling, systematic vocal training program titled Singing Success, which was revised and update in 2015 ...
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How to Come Up With a Stage Name

October 21, 2022
Stage names can evoke associations with certain genres, feelings, and attitudes. They can even pay homage to other artists. Ultimately, a stage name is an ...

My Voice Cracks When I Sing

October 14, 2022
Over the past few years, I've helped many different clients fix their vocal break. Let's talk about voice cracks!

How To Sing High Notes Without Shouting

June 28, 2022
Shouting for high notes might be holding you back from your full singing potential. There is a better way!

Top 10 Mistakes Causing Voice Breaks

May 30, 2022
Most voice breaks experienced by singers are totally preventable. In fact, they usually happen as a result of user error. 
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Vocal Style

Difference Between Baritone and Bass Vocal Ranges

November 2, 2023
The world is full of diverse voices that complement each other in unique ways. They have different qualities, capabilities and roles. In this article, we ...

Icons of Rock Music

December 5, 2022
Baseline Rock (straightforward): Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison Chuck Berry: electric blues w/ some distortion 50’s Rock: Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, ...

Are you a “real singer”?

June 21, 2022
Have you struggled lately with the idea that you’re not a real singer? Even the most talented singers fall victim to imposter syndrome. 

5th Man Obligation 

June 15, 2022
You're the 5th man on the basketball team. If you don’t show up, the game is ruined. Greatness makes no excuses. Do you?

7 Remedies for Bad Vocal Style

May 10, 2022
Your singing might be boring, distasteful, or weird, and you may not even know it. Or maybe you do know it, but just don’t know ...

5 Industry-Standard Vocal Layers

April 19, 2022
Vocal layers are the backbone of countless hit songs. They’re often used to create an emotional lift to parts of a song, but these layers ...
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Vocal Health

Beginner Vocal Exercises

April 20, 2023
Did you know there are 3 types of beginners that come to our vocal studios for vocal lessons? Yes, a beginner may have been singing ...

Hydration and Singing-Exposing the Myth

April 10, 2023
Believe it or not… THIS is the most controversial blog I’ve written to this date. Because so many would understandably ask, “What’s the big deal… ...

Fear Of Vulnerability

February 8, 2023
If you have a fear of vulnerability, especially as a vocalist, welcome to an extremely large club. Research professor Pat LaDouceur, Ph.D., says, “You’ve probably ...

Vocal Warmup Exercises

January 26, 2023
Why My Opinion matters “I’m famous, and I just don’t care” was the ostentatious, playful, very non-serious line from a song I wrote featuring a ...

Why Does My Throat Hurt When Singing?

December 13, 2022
“My throat hurts” is one of the most common stressful situations for a singer to experience, especially with a performance just around the corner. Just ...

Vocal Rest 101

November 2, 2022
Many singers learn about the need for vocal rest the hard way: by experiencing vocal damage. Don't let this be you!
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Vocal Tips

Understanding Bass Vocal Range (What Is Your Voice Type?)

August 26, 2023
There are six standard voice types. You’re probably familiar with them all, and you’ve probably heard them separated into two groups: Women tend to take ...

How To Find Your Vocal Range (Free Guide)

August 24, 2023
Before we figure out how to find your vocal range, there are a few things about it that we need to discuss. Voices are delightfully ...

How Long Does it Take to Learn to Sing?

May 24, 2023
I’ve had the honor, joy, struggle, challenge, privilege and pleasure of coaching 10’s of 1,000’s of singers for nearly 3 and 1/2 decades. So…you could ...

Can You Learn To Sing At Any Age?

May 8, 2023
Let me give you the short answer first….. ABSOLUTELY. Read on to see the advantages and challenges of singing from a young age or a ...

Why Do I Yawn When I Sing?

May 7, 2023
by Brett Manning If you’ve ever had to fight off a yawn during a performance, you can understand how frustrating it can feel. Not only ...

How To Get Started In Singing

May 7, 2023
Before I start, I want to quickly address a few common concerns and replace those concerns with strategies. Here are a few of them: I ...
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Singing Success Show

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How to Never Get Tired of Singing the Same Song

April 6, 2023
“FREE BIRD! FREE BIRD! FREE BIRD” the typical audience members shouted longingly and some shouted mockingly. “Sweet Caroline! Wonderwall! Margaritaville! Superstitious! Baby Got back! Piano ...

The Making of Singing Success 360 with Guest Dallan Beck

November 15, 2020
Dallan Beck turns the tables on Brett by asking him about Singing Success 360, and what it took to create it. Dallan reflects on Brett’s ...

Building Relationships In The Music Industry

November 1, 2020
On this episode, Brett and Dustin talk about building and maintaining relationships in the music industry, pretending to be an extrovert, and making your critics ...

Top 3 Ways To Get Dropped From a Label

October 15, 2020
On this episode, Brett and Dustin discuss the top three ways to get dumped from your record label… Learn about the Johnny-come-lately, Michael Jordan’s work ...

Top 3 Ways To Gain Label Interest with Special Guest Noah Henson

October 8, 2020
On this episode, Brett talks with Noah Henson, lead guitarist of multi-award winning Christian rock band Pillar, and country star Brantley Gilbert. Noah shares the ...

Focus on Whistle Voice Ability with Madison Sariah

October 1, 2020
In this episode, Brett brings on Madison Sariah, a singer he has been working with since she was nine years old.  Madison has come up ...
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