HOW TO MAKE YOUR SINGING STAND OUT
Do you want to get the most out of your singing voice? Are you trying to make your voice stand out from the rest? Using emphasis when you start a song is called a hard onset, which is starting on a strong, solid note. This does not necessarily mean loud, it’s just a strong, solid note for the first word and phrase. It is also used throughout the song; you need emphasis at the beginning of words and sometimes it’s used on the second syllable.
A hard vocal onset is how you approach singing a note, adding emphasis (louder with more breath). There is a gap between the two vocal cords (folds), which is called the glottis. The hard attack of a note is when a singer causes the vocal cords to hit together, creating a specific sound. The vocal cords open and close like a curtain. The ligaments and muscles move the vocal cords to open and close. This creates tension and makes the vocal cords hold closely together.
A hard attack on the note creates a strong and solid sound. It’s important to be selective as to where you use this technique. Pick the words you want to emphasize. You can also use the glottal attack for emphasis in a more subtle manner as well. It’s subtle, but will make a clear impact with your singing. Listen to Deeya Patel performing a song I wrote called “Even If It’s A Lie.” She is using the hard vocal onset throughout the song. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=650UopJzErs
QUOTE FOR THE DAY:
“I think music in itself is healing. It’s an explosive expression of humanity. It’s something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we’re from, everyone loves music.” – Billy Joel
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