whitelighter

Since I accidentally deleted the video at the top of this thread, I'm wondering if I should start just start a new thread, but anyway I tried it again last night employing all of the suggestions I've gotten (which I really appreciate), such as projection, diction, expressiveness, etc.... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DT592_mONCc I know it still needs work but was hoping for feedback. Part of my problem with facial expression is, like I said, I'm always like that, not just when singing. I'm afraid my voice started to crack at the very end. I've never really worried that much about showing my face on camera since people do it all the time on youtube.

Something just kinda clicked when you said that - I think it may increase may projection significantly. No, I accept it, and appreciate the word of caution. I really didn't mean to make such a big deal about the age thing (I'm 42). I can't afford formal vocal instruction, but I'll be careful not to strain my voice. In fact I'm glad you pointed it out before I did do damage.

Just curious - at what age does a person start being considered "not that young anymore"? Part of the problem is that I'm always this way, not just when I'm singing, which makes it especially challenging, but I'll try to keep it in mind & loosen up.

Thanks for the comments and suggestions - I'll try to keep as many of them in mind as possible. I'm glad some of you heard some good things in spite of all the room there is for improvement. My nickname is indeed from "'Charmed" (whitelighters were guardians of witches). I use that screen name since I'm a fan of Holly Marie Combs. I never thought about using pictures rather than video; I guess i just assumed I should show my face to prove it's me singing, but maybe it isn't that important. I know I'm getting on up there, so I'll be careful not to damage my vocal chords.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQVQ6arEFU I'm generally more into folk & classic rock, but I've been told my singing lacks expressiveness. I figured if I could sing a song like this & make it sound sincere, I'd have an easier time with others. I think I'm still having trouble with expressiveness and sound nervous. Constructive criticism is welcome.