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Puissance

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  1. I own the CVT book and Pillars 1 and have had several lessons with Robert. You'll find that the concept of twang is similar in both CVT and Pillars. However, the vocal modes stuff is just in CVT. I don't have Pillars 2.0, so I'm not sure if anything on vocal modes was added since version 1. CVT is very informative, but I do think that you'll need lessons to clarify and to understand what mode you are singing in and how to switch between them. Since you already had a few lessons, maybe you can ask your coach to record some piano scales or exercises? Or if you record your Skype lessons, just practice with your previous lesson. I agree with bigfoot that you shouldn't mix and match until you fully understand the programs and how they work because it could hinder your progress.
  2. Hmm... interesting. I've learned a technique based on Bel Canto in the past and I was taught to direct the air just above the top teeth while raising the soft palate. The air should glide across the hard palate for better resonance. This works really well on the lower notes; you'll get nice free flowing air with a natural vibrato as a result. However, from my experience, as I move into head voice, I find that directing the air toward my soft palate has made things easier. It would sound headier, but it's also easier to produce. I'm not sure why though...
  3. I've ordered a copy and can't wait to receive it! I hope to use some of those exercises to create a practice routine that works for me.
  4. When it comes to singing, I always thought that the people who can sing without ever taking lessons, the people with "talent," randomly discovered how to use the voice in such a manner that is beautiful. They weren't born with the ability to sing beautifully, but perhaps they have experimented with singing and had a eureka moment one day. Then because of that moment, they wanted to use what they have discovered and practiced and practiced...
  5. Hi everyone, I've been trying and trying to sing the chorus of this song for the past few weeks and it's been very difficult. Does this singer simply have a natural high voice or is it exceptional skill and technique? He makes it sound so easy. The chorus starts at 0:37 The lyrics: When I see your face There's not a thing that I would change Cause you're amazing, just the way you are And when you smile The whole world stops and stares for a while Cause you're amazing, just the way you are I've bolded the trouble words (vowels)... How would I modify those vowels to make it easier to sing? Do I need to twang a lot? The singer doesn't seem to do any modifications or have I mistaken? If needed, I can record myself singing the chorus... it may sound terrible and constricted though. =| Any advice? Thanks!!
  6. I own it as well and the 4 pillars are not the same as the 4 modes in CVT. The 4 pillars are singing fundamentals where you learn some anatomy and terminology, which helps you understand what goes into singing. It includes helpful videos with examples and exercises.
  7. The tone of your voice sounds great to me! I'm saving this to my desktop to re-watch, haha.
  8. Martin H, I think jonpall noticed the spots where I experienced tension. When I sang words like "break," "protection," and "take" during the chorus. I actually practice with a poker face, haha, but maybe I felt like I needed to put on a show for the camera, so I ended up with all those funny faces and unnecessary muscle tension. I'm really going to have to look into curbing to see if it's going to help me out. Thanks everyone!
  9. Thanks everyone! All of this feedback is very helpful. I actually have the CVT book, but haven't mastered all the modes yet. Is twang necessary in curbing? And by modifying vowels, does that change the vocal mode or does it simply make singing easier in specific modes? I also do have a compressor, but I'm very new to all the recording equipment, so maybe I need to tweak the settings a little. I'll definitely play around with it some more next time.
  10. Thanks akarawd for giving me some honest feedback! I will definitely work on the soft parts and practice those more often. And chele1000, you are right. I was holding back a little because I didn't want it to start clipping. Thanks for the tip! BTW, do the pros always sing loudly? Sometimes I can't tell how much energy they actually put into their singing. It looks effortless for some singers.
  11. I think that there is a little too much tension throughout... any comments or suggestions? Thanks!
  12. I thought that in each vocal mode, there is a range limit. That is, you can only sing within a certain range in each vocal mode (due to individual physical limitations?). I thought that maybe if an individual with a higher natural voice, would be able to sing higher in those range restrictive vocal modes. Am I on the right track?
  13. Hmm... thanks everyone for the insight so far! Question related to that: Do you have to have a natural high tenor voice to sing that in Curbing then?
  14. I'm very curious... it seems like he's singing quite high and I would assume that he must be twanging throughout... is that correct? As a side note, the ukulele player looks interesting at 1:20.
  15. I work out, but not specifically for enhancing my vocal abilities. Strengthening the core might be helpful though. I would recommend deadlifts, squats, and military presses. Each are compound exercises that work multiple muscles at one time. They also strengthen the core. For example, standing military presses are excellent for both the abs and the shoulders. Your abs act as stabilizers while your shoulders do the pushing. I don't do cardiovascular exercise because I'm a hard gainer, meaning that it very difficult for me to gain weight. But it would definitely help with lung capacity and endurance. For cardio, I would suggest interval training, either running or swimming. Sprint 15 seconds, slow down for a minute and sprint again. Repeat it about 5-6 times and you're done for the day. It works really well. Be sure to drink lots of water.
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