by Michael Mayer | Feb 24, 2015 | High Notes, Q&A, Registers, Tenor, Vibrato
I would just like to say thank you so much for the #1 secret article. It’s helped with so many of the issues with my voice and makes it sound better and feel healthier. Would I be right in thinking that vibrato is only really possible when the breath is...
by Michael Mayer | Jan 19, 2011 | Balanced Function, High Notes, Passaggio, Q&A, Registers, Spreading, Vowel Modification
I know there are a few different opinions on vowel modification for classical singers. One: to indeed change the vowel toward (UH or OE) when ascending the scale. or Two: to not change the vowel but adjust the space or shape of the resonators but still think the pure...
by Michael Mayer | Aug 17, 2010 | High Notes, Jussi, Mezza Voce, Q&A, Tension
I have a question regarding technique, in this case the (almost) lost art of mezza voce. For all his brilliant top notes I think some of Jussi Björling’s most memorable moments are those in which he is able to sing a high note softly but with a full ravishing...
by Michael Mayer | Jan 5, 2008 | High Notes, Range, Whistle Register
Hi, I’m studying classical singing in a conservatory of music for only less than 2 years and am a soprano (I’m not yet sure which type). When I vocalize, I usually go up to A and sometimes B below the high C. But the thing is, I can also reach the whistle...
by Michael Mayer | Sep 20, 2007 | Allan Lindquest, High Notes, Mental-Physical Relation
Mike wrote: . . . my impression was that the problem was not basically physical but mental. I understood that and I think you’re right Mike. I call it “high anxiety”. ;-) I find that I have to distract my attention by “doing something” in...
