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Im in tears!! I’ve always had problems with my support and no matter what I tried I never knew how really supporting feels. After I tried your exercises I just sang a full song with relaxation and without getting out of pitch. I feel a big break thought in my voice. Thank you!!!!!
The first teacher on youtube that I finally trust. I have learnt more from you than from 100s of other videos and 3 teachers. Thank you so much! You don't even know how much you're helping me right now developing as an artist.
Girl… I’ve always had breath support issues No matter how many vocal coaches I look up and follow I always end up singing from my throat! This helped so much!! Thank you so so much!
Finally, a teacher who demonstrates and explains perfectly the transition from breathing support exercises to actual singing! I have been doing endless breathing and warm-up exercises from various channels for weeks now but not really understanding how they would apply. I was hoping they would just miraculously improve my voice over time. Now, I understand it perfectly thanks to you, Victoria. It will take a lot of practice, but now I know how to practice effectively.
I've heard so many people try to explain breath support to me, and your explanation is the only one that has worked. Most people either don't explain it in a way I understand, or what they say is just straight up wrong. I noticed such a difference after watching this and a few of your other breath support videos!
I studied with 3 different teachers and this is the first time I finally know how to breath support properly. god I think I finally found the channel that gonna change my life
i think im learning more with you than my actual teacher...you give detail on how to do it, and specifically, my teacher doesnt she just tells me to breath...i really appreciate and love what you do, and will continue seeing your vids :)
Amazing tutorial! This saved my throat from injury while doing metal vocals, never realized how little breath support I had until I watched this. Bless you!
Really amazing stuff. I’ve been working with a great classical voice teacher who’s been doing it for 30+ years and have never trusted any of the so-called vocal coaches on TH-cam like I do him. You’re the exception. You seem to have a great, informative, and applicable video about pretty much any vocal question I could have. I also appreciate that you always emphasize the importance of the whole body, and address issues of vocal health and longevity at every applicable moment. Thank you.
I'm currently working on my singing through doing the beginners' singing lessons guide playlist. I already feel more in control. After watching your videos I realized I didn't even know how to breath. Thank you so much for this. After finishing your TH-cam videos I will check your website to benefit even more. I've always loved music but never knew were to start to Thank you.
I just wanted to say I LOVE YOU. Thank you for sharing all your knowledge, you dont know what it means to me. I was ready to quit singing, now after a couple of months of training what you told I cant believe I can finally do what I always had problems with.
I'm with Skeptic Squirrel (below). That "trill to ah" exercise lit the bulb better than anything else I've seen and tried. That's just been added to my daily workout. Thanks. Now to find your larynx video.
Some of my repertoire requires a lot of support. It took a long time before I got it to where it's basically ingrained. I can't think of a skillset more valuable for singing, for example Motown tunes. I still work on support during practice.
Wow... I'm only three videos in and I already feel so much better about my chances at improving and I'm SUPER EXCITED to continue! 💗 Thank you so much for all the effort and passion you've put into your channel, hope you get better soon 🥺
Breath = motor, Support = regulator. This is such a great analogy. This was my AHA moment, when I started to understand what appogio means, when I had been hearing about it for quite some time, but still was not such what it was. Thank you so much for your wonderful classes. Looking forward to joining your programs really soon!
@@Victoria-Victorious Yes, I'm thinking of it. I was also about to purchase your exercise course, but got confused as to which type of voice I need to select (because presumably you'll have the scales and keys according to the range of the selected voice type). Any advice on how to go about that?
In answer to your question, each program covers 2 1/2 octaves in range. If singers are not sure of their voice type, I recommend ordering alto/mezzo-soprano for women and bass/baritone for men, especially for beginners. That is for lower to medium voice types, so unless you consider your voice to be high, this should work. If not, you have 30 days to switch to the higher voice category.
Thank you Victoria. My singing and breathing has improved tremendously, and I have only started yesterday. I will definitely continue to use these vocal tips to improve my singing. Keep up the good work ❤❤🎉🎉😊
These tutorials are priceless..This is really helping me, it is explained in a way I understand perfectly, your are told pure and simple reasons to why this works or doesn't and all explained with passion, Brilliant! Thank you so much 🙏
I found an interesting way to train this by accident: sing under the shower, right in the middle where it gets a little harder to breathe and water drops may cover your mouth as you open it. I was singing one song and because i become careful in breathing in as to not suck in water droplets, the air goes quickly directly from mouth-only to diaphragm, and i naturally try to preserve my air more while singing. My singing becomes more powerful, with better vibration, and even parts where i usually use nasal voice i can use diaphragm voice. That's honestly my best version of singing that song 😄 I need to do it more often so it becomes muscle memory because if not i will sing with nasal voice as usual
Thank you, I am learning so much! I have purchased 3 different classes and you are explaining so much I know I will learn with you. I will become a member when I learn a bit more from you, what a Doll!
my goodness I love you!!💙 I can't wait to work with you. you have that wonderful balance of strong bootcamp intensity and love of the craft that I need!! bless you!
I keep coming back to this playlist and listening intently. I'll get it eventually--I'm determined! It seems my current issue is the balance between inhalation and exhalation. I find I do best right after those exercises, as you say. And when I am properly supported and my airflow is balanced, my voice sounds sooooo beautiful. I have been tearing up at the thought because I have worked so hard on my voice and this is the key right here to getting me to the other side! Thank you thank you thank you, Victoria! 🥰
Absolutely sensational teacher❤ I could never understand why I was always singing and running out of breath and straining my voice box I wish I knew this 30 years ago, I may of had a different career
Wonderful videos! This is so fun to watch because I actually teach breath support in the same way as you, and I haven´t met too many that do. I like the way you used the italian word for it. Haven´t thought of that before, it is such a great way to explain support. Thank you for a very inspirational video!
Thank you so much! I have a lot of other videos on breath support in my PLAYLIST on Breathing and Breath Support: th-cam.com/play/PLaWjWxiTysDCQDneLVxvJRkJp_Omj_vbp.html
I am learning to play saxophone and breath support is crucial here too. I am struggling with ability to sustain the breath over longer periods of time. My body gets exhausted before finishing the piece. Your videos provided me with clear instructions on how to inhale-exhale. Looking forward to trying it ;-) Thank you !
love this video! i love that you mention, that when we are using the breath support, we are not "holding the breath"! that is something that i have been struggling with. it is like my lower abdominal muscles just don't want to be engaged.so for me it was very helpful to finally hear other options than the old "hold up your pee"!!! thanks for the input
You're Genius I love you & I love the way you explain everything & how simple you make everything looks greetings from México & Stay Blessed Victorious Victoria 💛😊🎵💛🎶🎸🎤🎧🎹🎼
The first teacher that explains support as it is. I was so happy when I found you on TH-cam. Normally it is something that is not teach at all, and it is so important, so basic, so important for good singing. I still have work to do on that, but everything is more clear for me now.
Adding to help folks. My professional friend has a world well known band and when records in studio he first drinks a glass mixture of Barley water and honey very stirred. He said it lines the throat easing climbing of notes. All the best to you. JB. East Surrey. UK.
I adore Your style Victoria! After only a few videos I am feeling more confident and know I can learn so much more from you. Thank you! Subscribed and looking forward to your content. Have a great day 🌹
Amen. Breath support is too alien to the new singer. No idea whatsoever. Thanks for dedicating a whole video on this. Very practical and informative. This is how it should be taught in the choir. Choir directors need to teach these ideas very smartly so as to present them simply, clearly, and effectively. Kudos and thanks!!! :D
Hello Victoria. I hope you are fine and smiling. Thank you SO very much for being So very thoughtful and Soooo kind in sharing your wonderful expert tuition. You are defiantly an Ace, and I find you and your techniques Fascinating! You explain first class and your passion is Full, I absolutely love that. I have always loved singing and especially that cry in a voice such as Elvis had that is SO full of emotion. I have learnt to sing exactly like that, But I am So so shy to sing in front of anyone, I sing low at church because if I sang out loud I think I may be told to sing quieter. I just couldn’t sing without singing with emotion. I have never seen a vocal coach anywhere before and I just love your Brilliant unique videos, I am completely gladly amazed by you and I will study your videos over and over. WOW I love your So powerful versatile Beautiful voice, Amazing!!! I would just love to see you perform in concert with the great Andre Rieu. That would be superb!!!! Thank you again So very very much Victoria, you I know are making a Great happy difference to people world wide, and Stars will be made because of YOU! 👏😀. I wish you Great health wealth and happiness and that God gives you all of your needs. Stay safe warm and smiling Xx. JB. East Surrey. UK.
Hi Victoria, I am enrolled in your program and learning a lot. My biggest problem right now is mixed voice. I do not have a problem going up into head voice but I have a serious problem going down to chest voice. I took, over the years, approximately 20 years of voice lessons. For the last 15 years I have only sung in small church choirs. I stopped because of family responsibilities. I am now 75 and trying to regain some of my voice. I used to sing high b/s easily which would be nice to get back. I am up to a high g now. I did not used to have trouble settling into chest voice but now It feels like when I come down to around f over middle c it feels like I have, I guess, mucus under the top of my vocal cords that I cannot clear above that I have no problem . I can sing chest in a very heavy voice but I have not been able to figure out why I cannot sing through the change and get the "sound" of connection there.. Could that be a part of breath support collapse or my age? Thank you.
I cannot tell without seeing and hearing you. My next group class on April 27 will be on Mixed Voice! The email was sent yesterday. You can also check the Group Class page on my website.
This video answered some questions I had after one of your other videos. Thank you. By the way, as a balloon twister, please know that the thinner balloons actually require more support to inflate. The ones that are 3 inches in diameter (called 360's as they are 3 inches by 60 inches) are much easier than the 2 inch diameter ones (260's). Some people have popped blood vessels in the eyes from mouth-inflating 260's, so most will use pumps. The common party balloons most people can mouth-inflate easily are about 10 inches in diameter.
Here is my *playlist* for Breathing and Breath Support! More details and everything you need to know in 1 place! th-cam.com/play/PLaWjWxiTysDCQDneLVxvJRkJp_Omj_vbp.html
I seriously just love your teaching style! Can you suggest silent exercises that similarly are good for the voice? Sometimes it's really hard to practice when you think others are gonna judge you
It’s an amazing probably the best video on support I have ever seen thank you so much Victoria I was wondering if you have video on bringing the sound forward (forward placement) while singing because when I do my vocal exercises if feel my sound goes little bit back in my throat will really appreciate your response thanks
Thank you so much! My next video (to be posted on Sat) will be on ring in the voice. That should help you a lot. Also, if you have not watched Develop Your True Voice! Victoria's FORMULA for singers! th-cam.com/video/ROEaIBcsc9k/w-d-xo.html, I would watch because includes resonance. Make sure that you are not pressing your tongue down because this will give you that swallowed sound and create a lot of tension.
Good day, I used to sign pretty good (but did not take many lessons) but a recent jaw problem makes it impossible for now. I am waiting for an intervention about that. Meanwhile, I still have to work… and talk at least 15 hours a week on stop. I am a fitness trainer. I guess if I apply your advices it should help me use less jaw mouvement and have more power without straining my vocal cords?? Your support system is close to what I teach for muscle toning. So far you are the best I saw on the internet, you are really generous. Hope you can help. Thanks so much.
I figured it out! I wasn’t supporting, i was holding my breath back with my vocal folds, not my diaphragm! I feel more power in my voice now! Do you have any videos about distortion?
I find when I do the balloon exercise, I do get the engagement around the abdominals, but I also feel the regulation in the back of my throat. I don't see the strain as you demonstrated for seeing neck tension so I don't know how to fix it 🤔
You are likely overdoing the breath support if it is making your throat tight. Try the easy balloon exercise or lip trills (see my video on that). Also see my playlist on throat tension.
Hello Victoria, thank you so much for your singing lessons. That’s really great. I was wondering if you could give me a few pointers on I’d like to play piano and sing and when I’m using the lead sheet, I need to know when to breathe and that’s where I’m having a problem is breathing while I’m singing and playing the piano. Thank you so much for your lessons. It’s so gracious of you. God bless you and have a merry Christmas.
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I studied with 3 different teachers and this is the first time I finally know how to breath support properly.
Thank you kindly! I appreciate this!!
same
I learned from so so many teachers as well, but ((((
@@Olesia_Kurilo would you say that vocal lessons are necessary? I'm broke
@@unknownuser4879 i'm broke too :(
Im in tears!! I’ve always had problems with my support and no matter what I tried I never knew how really supporting feels. After I tried your exercises I just sang a full song with relaxation and without getting out of pitch. I feel a big break thought in my voice. Thank you!!!!!
Fantastic! I’m so excited for you! Thank you for posting!
The Trills to Ah exercises were a huge game changer!! I think I’m finally learning how relaxed and rich singing should feel in my throat.
Wonderful! This makes me happy!
The first teacher on youtube that I finally trust. I have learnt more from you than from 100s of other videos and 3 teachers. Thank you so much! You don't even know how much you're helping me right now developing as an artist.
You don't know how much your comment means to me! I am so happy to be helping you. Thank you for posting!
@@Victoria-Victorious bless you
Girl…
I’ve always had breath support issues
No matter how many vocal coaches I look up and follow
I always end up singing from my throat!
This helped so much!! Thank you so so much!
Me too
Finally, a teacher who demonstrates and explains perfectly the transition from breathing support exercises to actual singing! I have been doing endless breathing and warm-up exercises from various channels for weeks now but not really understanding how they would apply. I was hoping they would just miraculously improve my voice over time. Now, I understand it perfectly thanks to you, Victoria. It will take a lot of practice, but now I know how to practice effectively.
Great! Make sure to watch the other videos in my breathing and breath support playlist.
So true. She teaches effective practice techniques. I experience immédiate results every time.
No one has ever made a trouble shooting section so thank you so much for making our doubts go away! 11:22
I've heard so many people try to explain breath support to me, and your explanation is the only one that has worked. Most people either don't explain it in a way I understand, or what they say is just straight up wrong. I noticed such a difference after watching this and a few of your other breath support videos!
GREAT!! Thank you for your wonderful post!
Personal Note
7:54 Lip trill
10:35 HUM
I studied with 3 different teachers and this is the first time I finally know how to breath support properly.
god I think I finally found the channel that gonna change my life
Oh, thank you so much! I am happy that I can help you!
i think im learning more with you than my actual teacher...you give detail on how to do it, and specifically, my teacher doesnt she just tells me to breath...i really appreciate and love what you do, and will continue seeing your vids :)
Thank you for your kind post. Keep practicing and I hope to see more of you here!
Amazing tutorial! This saved my throat from injury while doing metal vocals, never realized how little breath support I had until I watched this. Bless you!
god I think I finally found the channel that gonna change my life 🥺🥺
What a wonderful comment! I am honored. Thank you for posting!
@@Victoria-Victorious 😘😘😘
You did, it changed mine.
I completely agree! this lady is on the ball!
I have heard BOATLOADS of voice teachers fumble this topic, and never clearly explain HOW to support the tone!
Really amazing stuff. I’ve been working with a great classical voice teacher who’s been doing it for 30+ years and have never trusted any of the so-called vocal coaches on TH-cam like I do him. You’re the exception. You seem to have a great, informative, and applicable video about pretty much any vocal question I could have. I also appreciate that you always emphasize the importance of the whole body, and address issues of vocal health and longevity at every applicable moment. Thank you.
Omg I'm so shocked, I never thought I'd have all this power in my voice WHAAAT
OMG THANK U SO MUCH
FANTASTIC! Welcome to full voiced singing with ease! 😃
I'm currently working on my singing through doing the beginners' singing lessons guide playlist. I already feel more in control. After watching your videos I realized I didn't even know how to breath. Thank you so much for this. After finishing your TH-cam videos I will check your website to benefit even more. I've always loved music but never knew were to start to Thank you.
Beautiful! You post makes me so happy!
I just wanted to say I LOVE YOU. Thank you for sharing all your knowledge, you dont know what it means to me. I was ready to quit singing, now after a couple of months of training what you told I cant believe I can finally do what I always had problems with.
You are so welcome. Thank you for such a beautiful message.
I'm with Skeptic Squirrel (below). That "trill to ah" exercise lit the bulb better than anything else I've seen and tried. That's just been added to my daily workout. Thanks. Now to find your larynx video.
Some of my repertoire requires a lot of support. It took a long time before I got it to where it's basically ingrained. I can't think of a skillset more valuable for singing, for example Motown tunes. I still work on support during practice.
Absolutely!
Thanks 👍🥰😊 for your support in upgrading my musical career
Victoria, you are a Treasure! I am so grateful for your hands on explanations and exercises.
Wow... I'm only three videos in and I already feel so much better about my chances at improving and I'm SUPER EXCITED to continue! 💗 Thank you so much for all the effort and passion you've put into your channel, hope you get better soon 🥺
Breath = motor, Support = regulator. This is such a great analogy. This was my AHA moment, when I started to understand what appogio means, when I had been hearing about it for quite some time, but still was not such what it was. Thank you so much for your wonderful classes. Looking forward to joining your programs really soon!
I'm so happy that my videos can help you so much! I hope to meet you in one of my group classes.
@@Victoria-Victorious Yes, I'm thinking of it. I was also about to purchase your exercise course, but got confused as to which type of voice I need to select (because presumably you'll have the scales and keys according to the range of the selected voice type). Any advice on how to go about that?
In answer to your question, each program covers 2 1/2 octaves in range. If singers are not sure of their voice type, I recommend ordering alto/mezzo-soprano for women and bass/baritone for men, especially for beginners. That is for lower to medium voice types, so unless you consider your voice to be high, this should work. If not, you have 30 days to switch to the higher voice category.
@@Victoria-Victorious Thank you, that'll help me to choose!
Thank you Victoria. My singing and breathing has improved tremendously, and I have only started yesterday. I will definitely continue to use these vocal tips to improve my singing. Keep up the good work ❤❤🎉🎉😊
Your lessons have given me so much more confidence in my singing voice! I can’t, thank you enough!!🙏🏽💕
These tutorials are priceless..This is really helping me, it is explained in a way I understand perfectly, your are told pure and simple reasons to why this works or doesn't and all explained with passion, Brilliant! Thank you so much 🙏
You're very welcome! I appreciate your post!!
I love the way you feel when teaching
Yes, this knowledge you are so generously and so wisely sharing is indeed life changing. Px
I found an interesting way to train this by accident: sing under the shower, right in the middle where it gets a little harder to breathe and water drops may cover your mouth as you open it. I was singing one song and because i become careful in breathing in as to not suck in water droplets, the air goes quickly directly from mouth-only to diaphragm, and i naturally try to preserve my air more while singing. My singing becomes more powerful, with better vibration, and even parts where i usually use nasal voice i can use diaphragm voice. That's honestly my best version of singing that song 😄 I need to do it more often so it becomes muscle memory because if not i will sing with nasal voice as usual
Goshhh thank you so muchhhh!!!! Youre the besttt i wish i could learn with you, you make things so much simpler!
Thank you, I am learning so much! I have purchased 3 different classes and you are explaining so much I know I will learn with you. I will become a member when I learn a bit more from you, what a Doll!
my goodness I love you!!💙
I can't wait to work with you. you have that wonderful balance of strong bootcamp intensity and love of the craft that I need!! bless you!
Awww, thank you!
Beautifully explained. thanks Victoria.
Thanks for explaining the technique well. Its important to learn the “why’s and the how’s.
Lip trill - 7:54
Hum - 10:35
I keep coming back to this playlist and listening intently. I'll get it eventually--I'm determined! It seems my current issue is the balance between inhalation and exhalation.
I find I do best right after those exercises, as you say. And when I am properly supported and my airflow is balanced, my voice sounds sooooo beautiful. I have been tearing up at the thought because I have worked so hard on my voice and this is the key right here to getting me to the other side! Thank you thank you thank you, Victoria! 🥰
I am happy that I can help you! Thank you for your post! 🧡
Your lessons are amazing, Victoria. Thank you for publishing and giving so much detail.
You're so welcome and I'm glad they help you so much! Thank you for posting!
Yes
This is making breathing/singing with asthma easier for me! Thank you!
Absolutely sensational teacher❤ I could never understand why I was always singing and running out of breath and straining my voice box I wish I knew this 30 years ago, I may of had a different career
always a delight; why, because Vitoria knows her subject and cares.
Thanks so much for the lessons and including troubleshooting. It's helping quite a bit.
Great to hear!
Finally i have proper breath support..she is the perfect teacher guys
Thank you so much, Danial! Truly appreciated!
A superb and straightforward explanation Victoria. As a brass player, I think your videos are really informative for my playing. Thank you :-)
Great! Glad it was helpful!
Wonderful videos! This is so fun to watch because I actually teach breath support in the same way as you, and I haven´t met too many that do. I like the way you used the italian word for it. Haven´t thought of that before, it is such a great way to explain support. Thank you for a very inspirational video!
Thank you so much! I have a lot of other videos on breath support in my PLAYLIST on Breathing and Breath Support: th-cam.com/play/PLaWjWxiTysDCQDneLVxvJRkJp_Omj_vbp.html
I am learning to play saxophone and breath support is crucial here too. I am struggling with ability to sustain the breath over longer periods of time. My body gets exhausted before finishing the piece. Your videos provided me with clear instructions on how to inhale-exhale. Looking forward to trying it ;-) Thank you !
Great! I hope it helps with both your sax playing and singing! Practice lip trills to vowels. I have a video on that.
love this video! i love that you mention, that when we are using the breath support, we are not "holding the breath"! that is something that i have been struggling with. it is like my lower abdominal muscles just don't want to be engaged.so for me it was very helpful to finally hear other options than the old "hold up your pee"!!! thanks for the input
I love the way you teach ,simple and easy to understand. Thank you .
So nice of you to post this! Happy that my videos help you!
You're Genius I love you & I love the way you explain everything & how simple you make everything looks greetings from México & Stay Blessed Victorious Victoria 💛😊🎵💛🎶🎸🎤🎧🎹🎼
Thank you so much! Your comment makes me smile. 😊
Thanks my teacher
The first teacher that explains support as it is. I was so happy when I found you on TH-cam. Normally it is something that is not teach at all, and it is so important, so basic, so important for good singing. I still have work to do on that, but everything is more clear for me now.
Thank you so much, Luis! I am happy that you found my channel too!
Thanks, the break down was smooth and easy to understand and follow. I was always confused by people telling me about this breath support thing.
All blessing to this beautiful and cheerful Lady!:) 😊👍💋💔❤😘
Adding to help folks.
My professional friend has a world well known band and when records in studio he first drinks a glass mixture of Barley water and honey very stirred. He said it lines the throat easing climbing of notes.
All the best to you.
JB. East Surrey. UK.
Thank you so much for sharing!!!!! I will be using your videos to study take notes and practice!!! ❤
As a bad singer, this is really helpful! subscribed!
Great! Welcome to my channel! I have tons of videos that can help you.
I adore Your style Victoria! After only a few videos I am feeling more confident and know I can learn so much more from you. Thank you! Subscribed and looking forward to your content. Have a great day 🌹
Thank you so much for your lovely post! Come back soon!
Amen. Breath support is too alien to the new singer. No idea whatsoever. Thanks for dedicating a whole video on this. Very practical and informative. This is how it should be taught in the choir. Choir directors need to teach these ideas very smartly so as to present them simply, clearly, and effectively. Kudos and thanks!!! :D
Thank you so much for your wonderful videos. You are a wonderful teacher.
This was great! Thank you!
Hello Victoria. I hope you are fine and smiling.
Thank you SO very much for being So very thoughtful and Soooo kind in sharing your wonderful expert tuition. You are defiantly an Ace, and I find you and your techniques Fascinating! You explain first class and your passion is Full, I absolutely love that.
I have always loved singing and especially that cry in a voice such as Elvis had that is SO full of emotion. I have learnt to sing exactly like that, But I am So so shy to sing in front of anyone, I sing low at church because if I sang out loud I think I may be told to sing quieter. I just couldn’t sing without singing with emotion.
I have never seen a vocal coach anywhere before and I just love your Brilliant unique videos, I am completely gladly amazed by you and I will study your videos over and over.
WOW I love your So powerful versatile Beautiful voice, Amazing!!!
I would just love to see you perform in concert with the great Andre Rieu. That would be superb!!!!
Thank you again So very very much Victoria, you I know are making a Great happy difference to people world wide, and Stars will be made because of YOU! 👏😀.
I wish you Great health wealth and happiness and that God gives you all of your needs.
Stay safe warm and smiling Xx.
JB. East Surrey. UK.
Hi Victoria, I am enrolled in your program and learning a lot. My biggest problem right now is mixed voice. I do not have a problem going up into head voice but I have a serious problem going down to chest voice. I took, over the years, approximately 20 years of voice lessons. For the last 15 years I have only sung in small church choirs. I stopped because of family responsibilities. I am now 75 and trying to regain some of my voice. I used to sing high b/s easily which would be nice to get back. I am up to a high g now. I did not used to have trouble settling into chest voice but now It feels like when I come down to around f over middle c it feels like I have, I guess, mucus under the top of my vocal cords that I cannot clear above that I have no problem . I can sing chest in a very heavy voice but I have not been able to figure out why I cannot sing through the change and get the "sound" of connection there.. Could that be a part of breath support collapse or my age? Thank you.
I cannot tell without seeing and hearing you. My next group class on April 27 will be on Mixed Voice! The email was sent yesterday. You can also check the Group Class page on my website.
Such an amazing teacher and singer... Bless You so much!!!
This video answered some questions I had after one of your other videos. Thank you. By the way, as a balloon twister, please know that the thinner balloons actually require more support to inflate. The ones that are 3 inches in diameter (called 360's as they are 3 inches by 60 inches) are much easier than the 2 inch diameter ones (260's). Some people have popped blood vessels in the eyes from mouth-inflating 260's, so most will use pumps. The common party balloons most people can mouth-inflate easily are about 10 inches in diameter.
Great to know! Thank you for your balloon twisting expertise! 😃
Here is my *playlist* for Breathing and Breath Support! More details and everything you need to know in 1 place! th-cam.com/play/PLaWjWxiTysDCQDneLVxvJRkJp_Omj_vbp.html
Fantastic guidance! Thank you!
I love the way she teaches❤️
I seriously just love your teaching style! Can you suggest silent exercises that similarly are good for the voice? Sometimes it's really hard to practice when you think others are gonna judge you
Sure! Humming, NG and straw phonation exercises are great for the voice and a good way to practice quietly.
@@Victoria-Victorious omg. Thank you so much! Keep going, coach!
Loved this video. Super helpful! Few teachers REALLY know how to teach this correctly, but expect you to do this! SMH
Thank you Victoria, your knowledge and deep understanding of how the voice works is invaluable ..
You are just phenomenal and explain so good.. I want to learn with you.
Thank you so much 😀
It’s an amazing probably the best video on support I have ever seen thank you so much
Victoria I was wondering if you have video on bringing the sound forward (forward placement) while singing because when I do my vocal exercises if feel my sound goes little bit back in my throat will really appreciate your response thanks
Thank you so much! My next video (to be posted on Sat) will be on ring in the voice. That should help you a lot. Also, if you have not watched Develop Your True Voice! Victoria's FORMULA for singers! th-cam.com/video/ROEaIBcsc9k/w-d-xo.html, I would watch because includes resonance. Make sure that you are not pressing your tongue down because this will give you that swallowed sound and create a lot of tension.
Your are THE GREATEST! You are a TREASURE!
Awwww, thank you, Brian!
Good day, I used to sign pretty good (but did not take many lessons) but a recent jaw problem makes it impossible for now. I am waiting for an intervention about that. Meanwhile, I still have to work… and talk at least 15 hours a week on stop. I am a fitness trainer. I guess if I apply your advices it should help me use less jaw mouvement and have more power without straining my vocal cords?? Your support system is close to what I teach for muscle toning. So far you are the best I saw on the internet, you are really generous. Hope you can help. Thanks so much.
Ur the best teacher I just recently discovered u channel and it's amazing many kisses from ecuador
Welcome and thank you!
Love you!!! amazing help with my voice!
I love you videos ! So helpful and you have so much energy.
I love this video so much. Thank you Victoria!!!!
You are so welcome! Thank you for posting!
😭this is SO helpful to me! Thank you so much
I figured it out! I wasn’t supporting, i was holding my breath back with my vocal folds, not my diaphragm! I feel more power in my voice now! Do you have any videos about distortion?
Wonderful! That is great news! No, distortion is not an area that I teach.
I’m so glad I found your channel!
tis channel really improved my singin my gosh
I just love you, thanks for all the lessons!
Awesome lessons here at your channel!!! You’re wonderful !
Thank you! I’m glad you found me!
Never, never!!!! understood how to breath correctly for singing … until now!!!! P.x
Thank you for your tips mam.Have a great day
Dear girl, you are a winner!!!! P.xx
Thank you Victoria. That was very easy to understand and i am working on it. Much appreciated.
Glad it was helpful! Keep it up!
I find when I do the balloon exercise, I do get the engagement around the abdominals, but I also feel the regulation in the back of my throat. I don't see the strain as you demonstrated for seeing neck tension so I don't know how to fix it 🤔
You are likely overdoing the breath support if it is making your throat tight. Try the easy balloon exercise or lip trills (see my video on that). Also see my playlist on throat tension.
Yes I did enjoy it was very helpful.
Faantastic- easy and very clear!!!
Thank you kindly🤍
I would love to know any of your tips for support when your sitting, playing at the piano.
HOW TO SING WHILE PLAYING AN INSTRUMENT - My Practical Tips th-cam.com/users/shortsHlvO9qjUEAI
Thank you Victoria this was so helpful!!
I'm so glad!
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Thank you so much! 🌟
Hello Victoria, thank you so much for your singing lessons. That’s really great. I was wondering if you could give me a few pointers on I’d like to play piano and sing and when I’m using the lead sheet, I need to know when to breathe and that’s where I’m having a problem is breathing while I’m singing and playing the piano. Thank you so much for your lessons. It’s so gracious of you. God bless you and have a merry Christmas.
I have a video on this! WHERE DO YOU BREATHE IN A SONG? Where to Breathe When Singing th-cam.com/users/shortslrDhnPfVzK0
Love your style! You are so fun and entertaining, loving your vids just found them! xx
Thank you! Welcome to the channel!
Thx for the detailed information.
Great stuff as always Vic!
Thanks again!
Fantastique ❤
How do you breath when to breathe while singing and playing piano with a lead sheet?
Thank you for all the great tips.
I have a video on this! WHERE DO YOU BREATHE IN A SONG? Where to Breathe When Singing th-cam.com/users/shortslrDhnPfVzK0