Are you looking to maximize the potential in your voice as quickly as possible?

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SLS is trusted and used by over 120 Grammy Award Winners. 3rd Voice studio in downtown Toronto features Speech Level Singing (SLS) instructor Brandon Brophy. Brandon is the highest level SLS instructor in Eastern Canada, and is responsible for the development of educational content for voice teachers and singers around the globe.

Come join the singing revolution by contacting the studio, and learn why over 120 Grammy Award Winners use Speech Level Singing!

The 3rd Voice studio features:

• One of Canada's most advanced voice technicians and voice teachers Brandon Brophy
• Online & phone sessions available
• Performance opportunities provided outside the studio with a live band.
• Easy studio access directly across from Dupont station on the TTC university line.
• An in-studio PA system to bring singers closer to a live performance environment.
• Performance coaching by Nelly Furtado's own tour coach.
• Songwriting partnership opportunities with industry professionals.
• Artistic & Career Development opportunities with industry professionals (referred at studios discretion).
• Online studio self-booking calendar allows you the option to see what's available and manage your own session times.
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Visit 3rd Voice or call toll-free 1-877-3RD-VOICE (1-877-373-8642) to book.

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Tony Adamo’s New Strokeland Records Release
Fred E. Harris, Los Angeles, CA


The soul funk artistry of Strokeland recording artist Tony Adamo is about to hit the radio airwaves in the form of a previous hit song written by Tower of Power (TOP) co-founders Stephen “Doc” Kupka and Emilio Castillo. TOP members, Doc Kupka, Tom Politzer and returning member Mic Gillette add their funky horns to this cover song, another funk pop hit to be.


In keepin’ his ear to the street, guitarist/producer Jerry Stucker added R&B/Soul -legend drummer, James Gadson (Bill Withers, Herbie Hancock and Quincy Jones),The funked-out organist Neil Larson (Gregg Allman, B.B. King, Whitney Houston), and the soulful playing of Reggie McBride on bass (Stevie Wonder, Al Jarreau, Keb’Mo’).

Jim Santella of L.A. JAZZ SCENE MAGAZINE digs Adamo’s strong original style and says, “He sings with the bold character of a man who knows how to entertain, recalling pop singers Tom Jones, David Clayton-Thomas and Brook Benton, as well as jazz singers Al Jarreau and Mark Murphy.” With Tony Adamo’s smooth funk vocals, the triple threat of TOP horns and the rhythm section applying pressure to the groove, this song will be the sound of the summer.

HornDrivenRadio.com will be the first U.S. radio station to break this new MP3, “This Time it’s Real.”

Yes that's right, we will be running this first. We will make an announcement when this song will hit the rotation.

For more information on Tony Adamo, www.myspace.com/tonyrocadamo
www.strokeland.com

IF YOU ARE NOT MAKING THE PROGRESS YOU WANT OR SINGING THE WAY YOU KNOW YOU CAN IT IS BECAUSE YOU ARE NOT DOING THE RIGHT THINGS.

A VOCAL ASSESSMENT WILL TELL YOU WERE YOUR VOICE IS CURRENTLY AND PROPER VOCAL TRAINING WILL GET YOUR VOICE WHERE YOU WANT IT TO GO.

WWW.VOCALCOACH.CA - 416-436-8063

Donna Flynn combines proper vocal technique to develop the entire vocal range and vocal styles, allowing the voice to reach its greatest potential. She has her certification in Educational Kinesiology which speeds up the learning process on a technical and creative level. She has trained with the University of Pittsburgh – Contemporary Voice Care Group to help others maintain and rehabilitate the health of their voices after years of abuse. Donna has trained in the USA, Canada (including the Royal Conservatory in Toronto) and is a member of SOCAN.

Find your full voice and unleash your potential with vocal coach Donna Flynn. Singers and public speakers often unknowingly limit their ability and keep their voice from developing and growing. Your voice is 25% of what is given to you and 75% of how you develop it. Every voice can be greatly improved for either singing or speaking, with the proper direction. Proper “vocal” and “style” techniques will get your voice to the next level. In this voice clinic, vocal coach Donna Flynn covers how to develop your full voice allowing you to sing all music styles. www.voachcoach.ca

FREE videos on singing/voice and other helpful information can be found at www.vocalcoach.ca

Call me to discuss what the possibilities are to develop your voice.

Donna Flynn
Vocal Coach
416-436-8063
donnavocalcoach@yahoo.ca

WWW.VOCALCOACH.CA

With all the conflicting information available about the voice it is no surprise that singers often do things that cause throat tension that result in a strained sound with very little power and range. A Vocal Assessment put you on the right track as you will learn where your voice is currently (strengths and weakness) and what it will take to get your voice where you want it to be. Be sure to check out my FREE videos on Singing at www.vocalcoach.ca. There is also audition, event, free videos on singing and other helpful information about singing there. Enjoy! Here are descriptions of the most common voice problems to help you determine if you are doing things that harm your voice and limit your singing ability. · FLIPPING INTO YOUR HEAD/HIGH REGISTER: Do you flip between your stronger chest voice to a softer/airy head voice making you sound uneven and lacking control? · PUSHING AND STRAINING TO HIT NOTES AND PRODUCE VOLUME: Do you push to sing high or difficult notes? Do you jam the sound into place causing neck muscle tension and strain on your voice? · NO POWER OR VOLUME WHEN YOU SING: Do you sing with a soft head voice which lacks power and control resulting in a weak and overly sweet sound? While these things are common they are not part of your natural and healthy voice. It is caused by improper or no vocal technique. I can tell you why you are doing what you do and how to correct it. · SING HIGH AND CHALLENGING NOTES EASILY: Stop scraping down to low notes or squeezing up to high notes. Eliminate cracks and breaks. · DRAMATICALLY EXPAND YOUR VOCAL RANGE: Sing with comfort and confidence. Maintain a clear, even sound throughout your entire range. · BUILD POWER, INCREASE VOLUME, ENDURANCE AND FLEXIBILITY: Enjoy stylistic freedom. LEARN PROPER VOCAL TECHNIQUE: Learn a singing technique specific for contemporary music. Sing Rock & Roll, R&B, Soul, Country, Pop, Jazz and all the other styles of music you love. I would be happy to set up a no pressure call to talk about your voice and goals. Call 416-436-8063. Additional information about voice can be found at WWW.VOCALCOACH.CA. Donna Flynn Vocal Coach 416-436-8063 donnavocalcoach@yahoo.ca
Creating the Sound in You................

416-629-0960 djnaf@rogers.com

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• Professional, Reliable, & Experienced Wedding DJ.

• Specializing in South Asian, Desi, Indian, Pakistani, and Punjabi events

• Available for all events including Weddings, Engagements, Mehndis(specialized Mehndi music), Sangeets, Receptions, Waleemas, Jago Ceremony, Maiyans, Birthdays, Anniversaries, and other events

• For Cocktail Hour/Guests Arrival and Dinner, choose from Hindi Instrumentals, Latest Bollywood Slow songs, Buddha Bar, Jazz, Contemporary English, or slow R&B

• For the Dance floor, choose from Hindi Dance, Bhangra, Remixes, Hip Hop, R&B, Dance, Pop, Top 40, 80's, 90's, and Reggae!

• We also offer a variety of entertainment options such as dhol players, bollywood/belly dancers, hindi singers, as well as special effects such as laser lighting, dry ice, fog machines, follow spotlights, etc.

Book soon to gaurantee availability, call 416-629-0960, or e-mail djnaf@rogers.com

MISSISSAUGA... Even YOU can sing like a pro! Give me 90 days and I'll prove it to you! Unless you are tone deaf you can sing and over the last 15 years I have turned housewives, college students and even a truck driver into impressive singers. Whether you want to sing for fun, fame, or fortune - I can take you there quicker than you think and for less money too. I guarantee that within 90 day you will have at least one more octave and master breath control. Within 1 year you will be ready for Canadian Idol, the recording studio, or your local lounge. Rock, Pop, RnB, C&W, and even Gospel - you pick and I teach. My lessons are always fun. Singing is NOT difficult once you learn to train your vocal chords and diaphragm. Then it is only a matter of putting emotion into your songs for maximum effect. I will teach you all the tricks of the trade, help you with your demo, and prepare you for auditions. I will even get you started with composition of your own music and lyrics if you like. Music and Singing is my passion and I want to share it with you as I have with over 200 students in the GTA. Your age is NOT important only your desire. My lessons are $10 less than anyone else in Mississauga but I don not cut any corners. Your satisfaction is guaranteed. I am available 6 days per week by appointment. Interested? Then please just give me a call at 905.848.8848 since I seldom have access to my emails. So when you are ready to amaze yourself with that incredible voice hiding inside you - let me hear from you. ;-) J - 905.848.8848

416-629-0960 djnaf@rogers.com

Check out the pics & videos from our recent events on our facebook site!!!
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=31203172979


• Professional, Reliable, & Experienced Wedding DJ.

• Specializing in South Asian, Desi, Indian, Pakistani, and Punjabi events

• Available for all events including Weddings, Engagements, Mehndis(specialized Mehndi music), Sangeets, Receptions, Waleemas, Jago Ceremony, Maiyans, Birthdays, Anniversaries, and other events

• For Cocktail Hour/Guests Arrival and Dinner, choose from Hindi Instrumentals, Latest Bollywood Slow songs, Buddha Bar, Jazz, Contemporary English, or slow R&B

• For the Dance floor, choose from Hindi Dance, Bhangra, Remixes, Hip Hop, R&B, Dance, Pop, Top 40, 80's, 90's, and Reggae!

• We also offer a variety of entertainment options such as dhol players, bollywood/belly dancers, hindi singers, as well as special effects such as laser lighting, dry ice, fog machines, follow spotlights, etc.

Book soon to gaurantee availability, call 416-629-0960, or e-mail djnaf@rogers.com

416-629-0960 djnaf@rogers.com

Check out the pics & videos from our recent events on our facebook site!!!
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=31203172979


• Professional, Reliable, & Experienced Wedding DJ.

• Specializing in South Asian, Desi, Indian, Pakistani, and Punjabi events

• Available for all events including Weddings, Engagements, Mehndis(specialized Mehndi music), Sangeets, Receptions, Waleemas, Jago Ceremony, Maiyans, Birthdays, Anniversaries, and other events

• For Cocktail Hour/Guests Arrival and Dinner, choose from Hindi Instrumentals, Latest Bollywood Slow songs, Buddha Bar, Jazz, Contemporary English, or slow R&B

• For the Dance floor, choose from Hindi Dance, Bhangra, Remixes, Hip Hop, R&B, Dance, Pop, Top 40, 80's, 90's, and Reggae!

• We also offer a variety of entertainment options such as dhol players, bollywood/belly dancers, hindi singers, as well as special effects such as laser lighting, dry ice, fog machines, follow spotlights, etc.

Book soon to gaurantee availability, call 416-629-0960, or e-mail djnaf@rogers.com

Tony Adamo’s New Strokeland Records Release
Fred E. Harris, Los Angeles, CA


The soul funk artistry of Strokeland recording artist Tony Adamo is about to hit the radio airwaves in the form of a previous hit song written by Tower of Power (TOP) co-founders Stephen “Doc” Kupka and Emilio Castillo. TOP members, Doc Kupka, Tom Politzer and returning member Mic Gillette add their funky horns to this cover song, another funk pop hit to be.
In keepin’ his ear to the street, guitarist/producer Jerry Stucker added R&B/Soul -legend drummer, James Gadson (Bill Withers, Herbie Hancock and Quincy Jones),The funked-out organist Neil Larson (Gregg Allman, B.B. King, Whitney Houston), and the soulful playing of Reggie McBride on bass (Stevie Wonder, Al Jarreau, Keb’Mo’).
Jim Santella of L.A. JAZZ SCENE MAGAZINE digs Adamo’s strong original style and says, “He sings with the bold character of a man who knows how to entertain, recalling pop singers Tom Jones, David Clayton-Thomas and Brook Benton, as well as jazz singers Al Jarreau and Mark Murphy.” With Tony Adamo’s smooth funk vocals, the triple threat of TOP horns and the rhythm section applying pressure to the groove, this song will be the sound of the summer. Horn Driven Radio (Raoul Fernandez) will be the first U.S. radio station to break this new MP3, “This Time it’s Real.”
For more information on Adamo go to: www.myspace.com/tonyrocadamo
www.strokeland.com

SINGERS SANCTUARY - LEARN TO SING WITHOUT STAGE FRIGHT! TOO SHY TO TRY?
Don't Cry - Here's Why... We have just the studio for you! 80% of our students are beginners who by the end of one month are amazed that they too have another voice hidden deep down inside - screaming to be heard. No matter what you sound like today - within 90 days you will have a new voice that impress your family and friends. When you listen to your before and after tapes, you will think you were exorcised. The truth is that most everyone who does not have a hernia or damaged vocal chords can sing. It all comes down to the proper training and daily practice. I have been teaching children and adult choirs, as well as broadway performers for almost nine years. Spend a month with me and you'll never go anywhere else. My rates are low, my dedication is high, and you will never be under any pressure to perform. All my students progress at their own comfortable pace. I will teach you all you ever need to know about

* Breath Control
* Live Stage Perfomances
* Diaphragm Control
* Recording Studio Tips & Tricks
* Special Vocal Effects
* Vocal Chord Training
* Dealing With Stage Fright
* Emotional Infusion
* How To Record A Demo
* Singing Harmony & Duets
* Tempo & Modulations
* Progressive Inflections
* How To Maximize Lyrics

And a whole lot more. I can guarantee you three things: 1) You will have at least 1 new octave within 90 days, 2) You will have confidence with your own voice, 3) You will not find a more patient or devoted vocal teacher anywhere else in the GTA. Interested? Then give me a call and lets get started! (905) 949-0567

SINGERS SANCTUARY - LEARN TO SING WITHOUT STAGE FRIGHT! TOO SHY TO TRY? ----- Don't Cry - Here's Why... We have just the studio for you! 70% of our students are beginners who by the end of one month are amazed that they too have another voice hidden deep down inside - screaming to be heard. No matter what you sound like today - within 90 days you will have a new voice that impress your family and friends. When you listen to your before and after tapes, you will think you were exorcised. The truth is that most everyone who does not have a hernia or damaged vocal chords can sing. It all comes down to the proper training and daily practice. I have been teaching children and adult choirs, as well as broadway performers for almost nine years. Spend a month with me and you'll never go anywhere else. My rates are low, my dedication is high, and you will never be under any pressure to perform. All my students progress at their own comfortable pace. I will teach you all you ever need to know about

* Breath Control
* Live Stage Perfomances
* Diaphragm Control
* Recording Studio Tips & Tricks
* Special Vocal Effects
* Vocal Chord Training
* Dealing With Stage Fright
* Emotional Infusion
* How To Record A Demo
* Singing Harmony & Duets
* Tempo & Modulations
* Progressive Inflections
* How To Maximize Lyrics

And a whole lot more. I can guarantee you three things: 1) You will have at least 1 new octave within 90 days, 2) You will have confidence with your own voice, 3) You will not find a more patient or devoted vocal teacher anywhere else in the GTA. Interested? Then give me a call and lets get started! (905) 949-0567

Most singers cannot hit high notes because of in imbalance in their voices. They develop their low register but not the high register leaving a noticeable breaking point. Their high notes are soft/airy and and the singer needs to push to be heard. Pushing causes tightness and strain when singing causing even more problems. If that sounds like you keep reading.

Singers believe a pitch is something to be reached or hit. While “reach” and “hit” is terminology used to direct a singer to sing a specific note, it is not what we actually do to produce the higher tone. The higher you sing within your range, the more difficult you perceive it to be. Nothing could be farther from the truth.

Singers hit high notes incorrectly because high notes are traditionally done by opera singers. These classical approaches to singing works great for opera but will not work for modern music of today. You need current technique so you don't sound classical. I can help!

For a free phone consultation call me at 416-436-8063.

Donna Flynn
Vocal Coach
416-436-8063
donnavocalcoach@yahoo.ca
WWW.VOCALCOACH.CA

Creating the Sound in You...........

WWW.VOCALCOACH.CA - 416-436-8063

If your range is limited, you crack into airly high tones, feel as if your voice is not doing what you want it to do it is likely because you are using old methods (such as classical / theatre) that are not appropriate for the sound/style you are trying to express. I suggest you consider a Vocal Assessment and technique needed for the music of today.

Here are some views on Pitch:
In order to understand what takes place when singing high notes you first need to understand what pitch is. Pitch should not be thought of as a note. Pitch is a musical thought. A mental image. First, the singer gets a strong image of the note they wish to sing. You then sing the desired pitch mentally being guided by how the voice feels. You avoid the urge to listen to the music or to yourself. Musical cues within a song are meant to guide you but singing is a feeling and needs to be felt or heard mentally before attempting to sing the note.

Singers believe a pitch is something to be reached or hit. While “reach” and “hit” is terminology used to direct a singer to sing a specific note, it is not what we actually do to produce the higher tone. The higher you sing within your range, the more difficult you perceive it to be. Nothing could be farther from the truth.

When we think of high notes as “up” we instinctively try to reach “up” to them. We tell ourselves that they are above the notes in our lower register. This will cause us to push or strain up to the note developing poor vocal habits that will cause the voice to cut off the air supply and tone, making it impossible to sing the note. High is the term used to explain notes that go higher up on the musical staff. When singing them, however, they in fact do not move up but rather are positioned and sung in the same resonating area as all the other notes within your range. The vocal cords, or larynx as it is also referred to, stays relaxed and seated when the proper muscles and vocal co-ordination are used. The vocal cords stretch and thin as you sing higher notes but they in no way need any special co-ordination or breath support to accommodate this. In fact, if we do attempt to sing high notes differently then lower ones the voice will crack causing you to flip into a light falsetto voice rather then a strong and connected head voice. You need to give up the urge to control the sound. When we realize that the larynx is to stay in the same, seated position throughout your entire range, top to bottom, we can eliminate the fear associated with singing in certain areas of our range.

If you have been reaching up to notes or pushing excessive air through the vocal cords, you likely have over-developed muscles in the throat that are not meant for singing. The muscles on the side of your neck, as an example, are used for chewing and swallowing. As they are dominant muscles, the lack of proper tone co-ordination and control over airflow will result in these muscles taking over keeping you from singing in the upper area of your head register, or range. Any time muscles that are not meant for singing get involved in the process, the larynx will rise immediately cutting off the air supply, tone, and will keep you from reaching the correct pitch. If you are having difficulty reaching high notes it is because you have developed poor vocal habits that will eventually cause vocal cord damage. You need to stop doing what you are doing immediately and get help from a qualified vocal coach.

When trying to correct this problem you may feel tension in the neck, around the jaw and mouth area. You cannot feel tension in these areas unless you are focused on the tension. Developing the correct muscles needed for singing, combined with proper tone and breath co-ordination, your focus will shift and the tension will disappear.

So stop worrying about what notes you are singing. Over time, all the hard work you have put into properly developing your voice will pay off and you will hit any note you wish effortlessly. Continue to nurture your gift and you will be amazed how much more talent you have developed. Experiment, get creative with the music and have fun doing it. Be sure to check out my FREE videos on Singing at www.vocalcoach.ca.

There is also events/audition notices there so feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

WWW.VOCALCOACH.CA

Donna Flynn
Vocal Coach
416-436-8063
donnavocalcoach@yahoo.ca

WWW.VOCALCOACH.CA

Most singers cannot hit high notes because of in imbalance in their voices. They develop their low register but not the high register leaving a noticeable breaking point. Their high notes are soft and push to be heard. If that sounds like you keep reading.

Toronto Vocal Coach Donna Flynn Talks About Hitting High Notes

HITTING HIGH NOTES
- It’s Easier Then You Think


In order to understand what takes place when singing high notes you first need to understand what pitch is. Pitch should not be thought of as a note. Pitch is a musical thought. A mental image. First, the singer gets a strong image of the note they wish to sing. You then sing the desired pitch mentally being guided by how the voice feels. You avoid the urge to listen to the music or to yourself. Musical cues within a song are meant to guide you but singing is a feeling and needs to be felt or heard mentally before attempting to sing the note.

Singers believe a pitch is something to be reached or hit. While “reach” and “hit” is terminology used to direct a singer to sing a specific note, it is not what we actually do to produce the higher tone. The higher you sing within your range, the more difficult you perceive it to be. Nothing could be farther from the truth.

When we think of high notes as “up” we instinctively try to reach “up” to them. We tell ourselves that they are above the notes in our lower register. This will cause us to push or strain up to the note developing poor vocal habits that will cause the voice to cut off the air supply and tone, making it impossible to sing the note. High is the term used to explain notes that go higher up on the musical staff. When singing them, however, they in fact do not move up but rather are positioned and sung in the same resonating area as all the other notes within your range. The vocal cords, or larynx as it is also referred to, stays relaxed and seated when the proper muscles and vocal co-ordination are used. The vocal cords stretch and thin as you sing higher notes but they in no way need any special co-ordination or breath support to accommodate this. In fact, if we do attempt to sing high notes differently then lower ones the voice will crack causing you to flip into a light falsetto voice rather then a strong and connected head voice. You need to give up the urge to control the sound. When we realize that the larynx is to stay in the same, seated position throughout your entire range, top to bottom, we can eliminate the fear associated with singing in certain areas of our range.

If you have been reaching up to notes or pushing excessive air through the vocal cords, you likely have over-developed muscles in the throat that are not meant for singing. The muscles on the side of your neck, as an example, are used for chewing and swallowing. As they are dominant muscles, the lack of proper tone co-ordination and control over airflow will result in these muscles taking over keeping you from singing in the upper area of your head register, or range. Any time muscles that are not meant for singing get involved in the process, the larynx will rise immediately cutting off the air supply, tone, and will keep you from reaching the correct pitch. If you are having difficulty reaching high notes it is because you have developed poor vocal habits that will eventually cause vocal cord damage. You need to stop doing what you are doing immediately and get help from a qualified vocal coach.

When trying to correct this problem you may feel tension in the neck, around the jaw and mouth area. You cannot feel tension in these areas unless you are focused on the tension. Developing the correct muscles needed for singing, combined with proper tone and breath co-ordination, your focus will shift and the tension will disappear.

So stop worrying about what notes you are singing. Over time, all the hard work you have put into properly developing your voice will pay off and you will hit any note you wish effortlessly. Continue to nurture your gift and you will be amazed how much more talent you have developed. Experiment, get creative with the music and have fun doing it.
Be sure to check out my FREE videos on Singing at www.vocalcoach.ca. There is also other helpful information about singing there. Enjoy!
WWW.VOCALCOACH.CA

Donna Flynn
Vocal Coach
WWW.VOCALCOACH.CA
416-436-8063
donnavocalcoach@yahoo.ca

Hi There,

I am a female soprano singer/ songwriter and I am looking for additional singers/ songwriters to form a group. I am open having a duo, trio or quartet.

Core genre is Rnb but I am influenced by many diferrent genres from rock, to soul to jazz to latin to hip hop and I love to infuse these different styles to come up with original sounds.

I have access to a band/ musicians for eventual live performances but beginning stages will be working on songs Acapella or with electronically recorded beats or tracks.

I also have knowledge of recording and I have a home studio set up to record.
as well, I have access to producers and other artists for collaborations.

Idea of this project is to start off with covers to hone the ablity to blend and do harmonies. We will work our way to doing originals. Second phases will be open mics to enhance performing skills. Third phase will be working on gigging and recording a demo. Final phase would be to do an album.

Gender isn't important nor is age however maturity, responsibility, loyalty and chemistry is a must. The goal is that the group will become tight knit and will enjoy working with each other.

Will be rehearsing at least once a week and that would be mainly some time Friday to Saturday.

Required Qualities

Alto or a Soprano who comfortable also singing alto
Tenor or a Alto comfortable singing tenor
Bass
Ability to read music is nice but I will not turn away anyone with a great ear for music.
Ability to play an instrument is a bonus
Lyric writing skills are a must
Some ability to compose at least basic melodies is a must

I am very motivated to do this and I am looking for like minded individuals.
I do not have a diva attitude, I have no problems sharing the stage and I want for all singers in the group to all have equal time as the lead vocalists/ lyricists/composers.

Please direct all inquires to email address provided.

JD

SINGERS SANCTUARY - LEARN TO SING WITHOUT STAGE FRIGHT! TOO SHY TO TRY?
Don't Cry - Here's Why... We have just the studio for you! 80% of our students are beginners who by the end of one month are amazed that they too have another voice hidden deep down inside - screaming to be heard. No matter what you sound like today - within 90 days you will have a new voice that impress your family and friends. When you listen to your before and after tapes, you will think you were exorcised. The truth is that most everyone who does not have a hernia or damaged vocal chords can sing. It all comes down to the proper training and daily practice. I have been teaching children and adult choirs, as well as broadway performers for almost nine years. Spend a month with me and you'll never go anywhere else. My rates are low, my dedication is high, and you will never be under any pressure to perform. All my students progress at their own comfortable pace. I will teach you all you ever need to know about

* Breath Control
* Live Stage Perfomances
* Diaphragm Control
* Recording Studio Tips & Tricks
* Special Vocal Effects
* Vocal Chord Training
* Dealing With Stage Fright
* Emotional Infusion
* How To Record A Demo
* Singing Harmony & Duets
* Tempo & Modulations
* Progressive Inflections
* How To Maximize Lyrics

And a whole lot more. I can guarantee you three things: 1) You will have at least 1 new octave within 90 days, 2) You will have confidence with your own voice, 3) You will not find a more patient or devoted vocal teacher anywhere else in the GTA. Interested? Then give me a call and lets get started! (905) 949-0567!

I am an internationally renowned, European Tenor and Voice Research Scientist with 30 years experience and recently moved to GTA. I have rehabilitated the voices of renowned CD recording singers of opera, lieder, oratorios, popular music, musical, jazz, country, folk and rock, radio speakers, actors, politicians etc. According to major newspaper reviews, world famous conductors, TV and radio shows I have been one of the best lyrical Tenors in Europe. Call 416-238-3585 for a free voice analysis.

Singers often run into difficulties keeping up with the vocal demands of their repertoire and schedules, and sometimes have to cancel concerts or even tours as a result of hoarseness, vocal fatigues, increased strain to reach higher notes, a reduced vocal range, a reduced ability of the vocal folds to approximate, tighten, separate and/or relax and the often resulting vocal cord nodules. Even world famous singers have been victims of voice cord nodules. See wikipedia “voice cord nodules” for an incomplete list of such singers. For singing lessons, voice repairs, voice coaching, non-surgical voice repairs: Call 416-238-3585.

Apart from musical genre and vocal range that necessitate a focus on certain muscle groups of intrinsic and extrinsic value, it is the one-sided/specializing focus on certain muscle groups in most singing techniques, while neglecting antagonistic muscles, that often lead to a break of the physiologically necessary equilibrium, co-ordination and synergistic effects between all pertaining muscle groups in the vocal organ as a whole, and thus resulting in non optimum vocal sound and health effects. To find out what particular muscle groups are insufficiently trained in your case call 416-238-3585 for a free 1-hour voice analysis.

If a singer can sing high notes only in forte (loud) but not in piano (soft) he/she is producing the high note by using undue air pressure. This will create a counteraction in the vocal folds leading to a forced approximation of the vocal folds. Air is being pressed and the vocal cords are closed similar as if one is preparing to lift very heavy weight. While in body building one is made aware of the damaging effects of such and is told to breath out (and not hold one’s air to press while lifting) some coarse singing techniques seem not to be aware of such detrimental effects that can occur in such instances. Whether such air pressure is produced intentionally or to compensate for muscles that are responsible to tighten the vocal cords and thereby producing higher notes without undue air pressure is not being discussed. The point is, however, that the muscles that open and relax the vocal folds are in such above named instances always not sufficiently trained (innervated with nerves) to counterbalance this stimulus response reaction.

Such singers can be easily diagnosed. When such singers sing high notes, the thereby produced side effects, red faces, hoarseness, vocal cord nodules, increased strain to reach higher notes, are only a few indicators of above scientific facts. A singer who can produce high notes only in forte and with an undue amount of air pressure, has demonstrated a reduced ability of the vocal cords to relax, stay open and swing.

Tenors or Sopranos who can sing only forte when singing high notes are sometimes forced by the composer to sing mezzo forte or piano. Such a Tenor will automatically escape into the falsetto, or head voice each time a high note has to be sung in piano and does not seem to be able to sing a high note starting with piano and then gradually increase the volume to mezzo forte, forte, fortissimo, and gradually back to forte, mezzo forte and finally piano WITHTOUT ESCAPING INTO THE FALSETTO VOICE.

While one cannot really compare the anatomy of the voice with other body functions, an oversimplified analogy for the above would be a bodybuilder who only trains the biceps without ever focusing on her/his antagonists the triceps. After a while this imbalance will be visible. In singing/speaking such imbalances often originating from a voice technique that demands one-sided use of certain groups of voice muscles. To find out what particular muscle groups are insufficiently trained in your case call 416-238-3585 for a free 1-hour voice analysis.

While it is with medical devices possible to “see” certain voice muscles, a singing teacher teaching a certain technique has to solely rely on her/his ears. Unfortunately even extreme beauty of the voice can often be misleading and is not a reliable indicator for healthy voice techniques, otherwise the great Enrico Caruso would not have been the victim of voice cord nodules, in his late career, due to an inability of his vocal cords to approximate.

A singing technique should not require the singer to constantly think about how to sing. Particularly while performing, the singer has to have enough attention units free to focus on the musical message and emotional expression, rather than vocal technique. This can be achieved by innervating and building a synergistically working muscle/nerve channel network, a vocal organ whose opposing muscle groups are collaborating in equilibrium. The best singing techniques that achieved great results for a particular singer can turn into a detrimental one. Why? To find out what particular muscle groups are insufficiently trained in your case call 416-238-3585 for a free 1-hour voice analysis.

Singing techniques were invented to produce a certain sound quality of a certain genre. It is of course much easier to damage one’s voice with yelling hard rock, than with singing a sophisticated bell canto technique, to make an understatement. However, a yelling Wagner singer, even with a premium technique, might risk the formation of specialized muscles and potential voice damage, if she/he neglects the needed antagonistic muscles that for instances Lieder necessitate.

To find out what particular muscle groups are insufficiently trained in your case call 416-238-3585 for a free 1-hour voice analysis.

Regardless of what point you are at in your career, voice lesson by a voice research scientist who had a most successful professional singing career can help another professional/semi professional singer/speaker/actor gain knowledge of how to achieve a more balanced vocal muscle equilibrium and thus help increase vocal beauty, vocal range and vocal endurance, so that she/he may continue to perform without running into vocal problems.

Singing lessons, voice repairs, non surgical voice rehabilitations, also before and after surgical removal of vocal cord nodules, proactive prevention of reoccurrence of pathologic voice injury will also be provided to singers of all musical genres, radio speakers, actors etc. Research and rehabilitations will be conducted in collaboration with Otolaryngist and/or Laryngologist.

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Each genre like opera, lieder, oratorios, pop music, musical, jazz, country, folk and rock poses a risk for unhealthy singing habits. In opera, Wagner, is known to having damaged the voices of numerous great singers unfit for this Fach. Heavy metal yelling and Rock screaming leads the list in damaging voices. Learn how to sing correctly within your genre. Call 4160-238-3585.

While posing the least risk, even Lieder, can be sung with an incomplete, unbalanced, voice technique, especially if the German consonants stop the natural flow of the voice. Dietrich Fischer Diskau, Fritz Wunderlich, Peter Schreier have been a prime example of perfect Lieder singing applying a superb singing technique required for this genere/Fach. To find out what particular muscle groups are insufficiently trained in your case call 416-238-3585 for a free voice analysis.

If correctly executed by the singer the vocal technique called Bel canto has been embodying the beauty of a well-balanced vocal organ, provided that respective antagonistic voice muscles needed to sing Oratorio and Lieder had not been neglected. If such antagonistic muscles had been neglected the signer is unable to produce a nice “mesa di voce” during the performance of oratorios. A by the composer intended piano and or mezza forte becomes a “Wagnerian war scream” unsuitable for church music, especially during high notes. To find out what particular muscle groups are insufficiently trained in your case call 416-238-3585 for a free voice analysis.

To avoid one-sided voice muscle growth, with all the undesirable effects, it is of most importance that a singing teacher, teaching opera, also includes Lieder and Oratorios into the vocal teaching program, while it is mandatory for a vocal teacher, teaching, singers of Lieder and Oratorios to carefully include lyrical opera arias into his/her vocal teaching regimens.

Being trained in laryngeal anatomy and physiology (participating in European voice research projects involving 300 singers with phoniatrists) AND having studied operatic singing provides a rare combination. During my own career as concert and opera singer I was praised by major newspaper reviews, world famous conductors, TV and radio shows to be one of the best lyrical Tenors in Europe. I have rehabilitated the voices of renowned CD recording singers of opera, lieder, oratorios, pop music, musical, jazz, country, folk and rock, radio speakers, actors, commercial airline pilots, politicians etc.

If you are experiencing reduced vocal range, hoarseness, vocal fatigues, increased strain to reach higher notes and laryngeal inflammations/illnesses due to smoking, voice cord cancer, recurring infections etc. had been ruled out by an in Canada licensed Otolaryngist and/or Laryngologist, than it is likely that poor singing technique and habits are the cause of the aforesaid. For singing lessons, voice repairs, voice coaching, non-surgical voice repairs or a free voice analysis: Call 416-238-3585.

If a singer can sing high notes only in forte (loud) but not in piano (soft) he/she is producing the high note by using undue air pressure. This will create a counteraction in the vocal folds leading to a forced approximation of the vocal folds. Air is being pressed and the vocal cords are closed similar as if one is preparing to lift very heavy weight. While in body building one is made aware of the damaging effects of such and is told to breath out (and not hold one’s air to press while lifting) some coarse singing techniques seem not to be aware of such detrimental effects that can occur in such instances. Whether such air pressure is produced intentionally or to compensate for muscles that are responsible to tighten the vocal cords and thereby producing higher notes without undue air pressure is not being discussed. The point is, however, that the muscles that open and relax the vocal folds are in such above named instances always not sufficiently trained (innervated with nerves) to counterbalance this stimulus response reaction.

Such singers can be easily diagnosed. When such singers sing high notes, the thereby produced side effects, red faces, hoarseness, vocal cord nodules, increased strain to reach higher notes, are only a few indicators of above scientific facts. A singer who can produce high notes only in forte and with an undue amount of air pressure, has demonstrated a reduced ability of the vocal cords to relax, stay open and swing.

Tenors or Sopranos who can sing only forte when singing high notes are sometimes forced by the composer to sing mezzo forte or piano. Such a Tenor will automatically escape into the falsetto, or head voice each time a high note has to be sung in piano and does not seem to be able to sing a high note starting with piano and then gradually increase the volume to mezzo forte, forte, fortissimo, and gradually back to forte, mezzo forte and finally piano WITHTOUT ESCAPING INTO THE FALSETTO VOICE.

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WWW.VOCALCOACH.CA - 416-436-8063 In order to understand what takes place when singing high notes you first need to understand what pitch is. Pitch should not be thought of as a note. Pitch is a musical thought. A mental image. First, the singer gets a strong image of the note they wish to sing. You then sing the desired pitch mentally being guided by how the voice feels. You avoid the urge to listen to the music or to yourself. Musical cues within a song are meant to guide you but singing is a feeling and needs to be felt or heard mentally before attempting to sing the note.

Singers believe a pitch is something to be reached or hit. While “reach” and “hit” is terminology used to direct a singer to sing a specific note, it is not what we actually do to produce the higher tone. The higher you sing within your range, the more difficult you perceive it to be. Nothing could be farther from the truth.

When we think of high notes as “up” we instinctively try to reach “up” to them. We tell ourselves that they are above the notes in our lower register. This will cause us to push or strain up to the note developing poor vocal habits that will cause the voice to cut off the air supply and tone, making it impossible to sing the note. High is the term used to explain notes that go higher up on the musical staff. When singing them, however, they in fact do not move up but rather are positioned and sung in the same resonating area as all the other notes within your range. The vocal cords, or larynx as it is also referred to, stays relaxed and seated when the proper muscles and vocal co-ordination are used. The vocal cords stretch and thin as you sing higher notes but they in no way need any special co-ordination or breath support to accommodate this. In fact, if we do attempt to sing high notes differently then lower ones the voice will crack causing you to flip into a light falsetto voice rather then a strong and connected head voice. You need to give up the urge to control the sound. When we realize that the larynx is to stay in the same, seated position throughout your entire range, top to bottom, we can eliminate the fear associated with singing in certain areas of our range.

If you have been reaching up to notes or pushing excessive air through the vocal cords, you likely have over-developed muscles in the throat that are not meant for singing. The muscles on the side of your neck, as an example, are used for chewing and swallowing. As they are dominant muscles, the lack of proper tone co-ordination and control over airflow will result in these muscles taking over keeping you from singing in the upper area of your head register, or range. Any time muscles that are not meant for singing get involved in the process, the larynx will rise immediately cutting off the air supply, tone, and will keep you from reaching the correct pitch. If you are having difficulty reaching high notes it is because you have developed poor vocal habits that will eventually cause vocal cord damage. You need to stop doing what you are doing immediately and get help from a qualified vocal coach.

When trying to correct this problem you may feel tension in the neck, around the jaw and mouth area. You cannot feel tension in these areas unless you are focused on the tension. Developing the correct muscles needed for singing, combined with proper tone and breath co-ordination, your focus will shift and the tension will disappear.

So stop worrying about what notes you are singing. Over time, all the hard work you have put into properly developing your voice will pay off and you will hit any note you wish effortlessly. Continue to nurture your gift and you will be amazed how much more talent you have developed. Experiment, get creative with the music and have fun doing it. Be sure to check out my FREE videos on Singing which can be found on my website at www.vocalcoach.ca. There is also lots of other helpful information there. Enjoy!!!

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Selected study topics: Integrate mind, breath and body, while developing musical abilities:
Overcoming stage fright, finding a relaxed natural sound, fearless self-expression, singing in tune, improving tone, control, volume, range, physical ease and endurance. Help with all kinds of breathing issues.

Plus coaching in improvisation, rhythmic and melodic phrasing and stylistic details. Specialty: Helping classically trained voices acquire a more natural sound.

All levels and styles welcome. Specialties include Jazz, Country, Celtic, Brazilian, Bluegrass, and extended technique. Tena loves teaching one on one in a relaxed and fun attitude and atmosphere and is equally enthusiastic working with beginners and professional singers.

Tena has studied with experts in vocal technique and improvisation in North America and Europe. Through these studies, and international performing/recording experience she has compiled a unique and diverse collection of techniques and insights which she enjoys sharing with voice students in many contemporary styles.

Here are a few students' responses to lessons:
"Tena,
I just wanted to let you know that after 2 hours of your help I've made more progress with my voice then I did with an entire year of previous instructions.- D.Da Silva

"Sometimes I wonder why I plug away at singing lessons, in the absence of any public performing goals. But this session today confirmed that it has been totally worthwhile. I've always enjoyed hanging out singing, of course, but lately it has become so much more satisfying, thanks to the lessons with you. It's been a slow train (someday I'll practice like I should), but it travels through such interesting landscape while it brings me closer and closer to where I want to be... More and more in my singing, I can realize and express what I hear and feel in the music. Thank you so much!" – J. Nicol

Pres Quotes:

"Palmer soars where angels fear to sing." - Mark Miller, Globe and Mail

"Tena Palmer is unpretentious, audience friendly, a natural performer — she saves her fire for her music. Technically she’s a virtuoso. Expressively she’s a rare one, right up there with the jazz greats, in her ability to take us into the heart of the song: she gives us the gift of discovering depths and nuances of feeling in ourselves we never suspected we had." - S.Pedersen, Hfx. Herald

“One of the most exciting jazz vocalists this country has produced in some time” Peter Hadekel, Montreal Gazette

“…a vocalist and writer to watch. As well as her ability to scat with the abandon of a young Ella Fitzgerald, Palmer writes intelligent, contemporary lyrics.”- James Hale, Downbeat Magazine.


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Award-winning (Jazz Report Magazine, Grand Prix @ Montreal Jazz Fest, SOCAN best jazz composition) singer/songwriter, Tena Palmer teaches voice and improvisation clinics throughout Canada& Europe. Amongst her students are JUNO and ECMA, European Music Award winners and many successful professional jazz, pop and Celtic/folk singers.