
Harmonizing the Southern Gospel Way
Whether you're just starting your Southern Gospel vocal career or simply want to sound better in your church choir, there are certain things you'll need to learn about harmonizing with others. Some people can naturally hear harmony and contribute their voices to it, while others struggle with finding just the right cadence to make it work. Picking the right notes to add at the right time may seem like magic, but there are methods you can use to help you start down the path to

How to Communicate with an Audience as Vocalist
When the lights come up and the music begins, all eyes are on the vocalist, no matter what type of group is performing. Whether it is a rock band, a classical trio or a gospel choir, the bulk of audience attention is placed on the individuals who carry the message of the music. Understanding how to connect with an audience as a vocalist is a key to a successful career. Know What You are Trying to Say Each and every piece of music has a purpose and is created to elicit a parti

How to Sing Properly Without Straining Your Voice
For those singers who share a love of music, few things are more fulfilling than performing on a regular basis. That said, the voice is like any other instrument, and requires a degree of care and maintenance to perform at peak level. To get the most out of each performance, singers must learn to use their voice in a way that is both effective and safe. Placing excess strain on one's vocal apparatus will lead to damage over time and decreased performance. The following tips a