Before you ask yourself “does my singing voice sound awful?” remember this crucial concept: Multifactorial– involving or dependent on a number of factors or causes. …
Can Anyone Learn to Sing? Let me start by saying that I’ve taught countless, ‘so-called’ non-singers to sing and to sing well. But guess who …
So, you want to be a singer and start a singing career… First things first, before you even think of a singing career, you have …
The crossover singer is someone who is able to achieve success while melding several genres or styles of music together to inform their sound. Through …
I have encountered a very high number of artists who believe they do not need voice lessons because their voice is good enough. Yes, while …
In this article, I want to talk to you about one of the best judges you can find, to help you grow both as a …
Have you ever heard, or yourself been, a singer that you know is trying too hard? As singers, we can easily fall into the trap …
As a singer, somewhere along the way I’m sure you have heard the phrase, “breathe from your diaphragm.” However, my guess is that unless you …
What is Vocal Fry? I’ve witnessed many mishaps lately when it comes to vocal fry. I think it’s important to understand both what vocal fry …
As I’ve written many times before, I struggle with anxiety. Here lately, it’s been a little tougher than usual to get me up on stage. …
In a search for new ideas, fresh material, and to deepen their commitment to their respective music, Marnie and Oliver, two artists based in Hamburg, …
If you’re a singer putting together a band, participating in a community choir, or doing session work, you must not only be prepared and focused, …
Visualization is a powerful tool that, when properly engaged, can be used to enhance performance and even increase a drive toward and feeling for success …
You’ve made a smart move by coming to SingingSuccess.TV to tap resources for vocal training, networking, and for sharing ideas and exploring career strategies. Whether …
More and more we are encouraged to take charge and be proactive in our career pursuits. In fact that approach applies to the pursuit of …
There is a reason you have chosen Brett Manning’s methods and resources in the development of the full potential of your unique voice. Obviously you’re …
There’s a wonderful quote attributed to comedienne Lily Tomlin in which she said, “We’re all in this alone.” There are certainly times when we’ve all …
Whether you want to be the next superstar or simply want to have a successful career as a singer, it’s important to note the potential …
In many ways TV shows such as American Idol and The Voice are signs that we’ve moved into a new era of showcasing or launching …
In a recent SingingSuccess.tv video clip, vocal coach Leigh Nash talks about the importance of getting rid of tension in order to achieve optimum performance. …
In your pursuit of singing success, it’s important to stay positive and open, especially in the face of disappointment and delays that you’ll likely encounter. …
By Randy Moomaw & Brett Manning At Singing Success, our coaches work together, having frequent team building meetings, to refine exactly the ‘whats and hows’ …
One of the biggest challenges a lot of singers say they face has to do with developing muscle memory and getting the coordinations to become …
In your personal pursuit of singing success you will likely encounter a number of distractions and disappointments. That’s to be expected – so do not …
It has been nearly a year since Chris Keller left the relatively familiar comforts and challenges of life as a Brett Manning certified vocal coach …
It’s been a few months since Leigh Nash of Sixpence None The Richer joined the team at Singing Success as a Brett Manning’s certified vocal …
For those of you that don’t have a Brett Manning certified associate near by, and getting to Nashville to book sessions at Brett Manning Studios …
I was a very shy teenager. I was also on the road 250 days a year at the age of 17. I have some tips …
It’s that time of the year when extremes in climate as well as an increase in pollen invites colds, allergies, and similar challenges that compromise …
Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned performer it’s not at all uncommon to have issues with confidence, anxiety, or even periodic battles with fears …
[edited and expanded December 28th, 2022, by Brett Manning] If you were to quickly fly through a playlist of your favorite singers, you’d notice how …
To become a better, more effective singer, you need to become a stronger communicator and become a more effective storyteller. The challenge for many singers …
One of the challenges many singers face is that they get so caught up in relying on others that they can forget who is ultimately …
For many of you there may not be a Brett Manning certified associate near by, and getting to Nashville to book sessions at Brett Manning …
Whether you’re just learning how to sing, are taking your first singing classes at school, or you’re an experienced singer about to showcase some new …
It’s the daily passionate pursuit of discovering and affirming a singer’s full potential for Singing Success that drives CEO, Ethan Opelt. “I’ve worked with bands …
One of the biggest challenges in the pursuit of your singing success is the ability to stay positive in your outlook on your career. Staying …
Nash makes Brett Manning Studios and SingingSuccess.TV more than richer! For singer-songwriter Leigh Nash, life is a humble walk of wonder along paths of privilege …
Whether you’re learning new material or looking for a way to breathe new life into a favorite song or a well recognized standard, a change …
One of the challenges many face on the road to singing success is a lack of follow up or follow through. For some, it’s a …
We’re fast approaching the New Year – a time for making resolutions. And even if you tend to avoid making that list, it’s natural to …
Sometimes you can be so focused on getting the gig, swinging the deal, being a star or grabbing the center of attention, that your basic …
In the pursuit of your singing success, there’s a natural tendency to focus so intensely on what you need to work on, that you forget …
Whether you're searching for new material, seeking a new look or image for yourself or your band, or playing with a new idea or fresh …
Fear is the number one killer of confidence. Whether it’s stage fright or feeling like you won’t fit in or aren’t good enough, fear is …
Ever since their daughter, Lacey, was a toddler, Al and Cheryl Ritchie have known she had talent. But it wasn’t until they discovered Brett Manning …
For many of you looking into getting a vocal coach or voice teacher, a trip to Nashville may not be possible right now. Although you …
To Be A Star – Avoid The Burnout One of the challenges faced in the pursuit of your singing success is the threat of burnout. …
So you feel you're going nowhere or you've simply lost the spark, and you want to do something that shakes things up so that it’s …
Let’s say you have a really bad head cold or flu or you’ve strained your voice at a Sunday afternoon party while watching your favorite …