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Tara continues the final part three of delving into some basic definitions and terms that make up parts of singing. This week she focuses on the breath—the foundation behind the singing. She breaks down each part to give singers more confidence in exploring their own voice and the physical parts of their body that make up the singing voice. If you haven't yet subscribed to her newsletter, now is t...

In this week's episode Tara speaks with pro music biz coaches Bree Noble and Katie Zaccardi all about the ways of exploring what skills you have as a singer and musician and then how you can turn it into teaching or coaching, adding to your income stream! They chat all about the ins and outs and finding ways to make it happen for you!   My vocal course is NOW OPEN! Click here for access: https://t...

Tara continues part two of delving into some basic definitions and terms that make up parts of singing. This week she focuses on the larynx itself—the voice box. She breaks down each part to give singers more confidence in exploring their own voice and the physical parts of their body that make up the voice.   My vocal course is NOW OPEN! Click here for access: https://tarab.vipmembervault.com/pro...

Tara delves into some basic definitions and terms that make up parts of the vocal tract and the sound. She breaks down each part to give singers more confidence in exploring their own voice and the physical parts of their body that make up their vocal tone.   My vocal course is NOW OPEN! Click here for access: https://tarab.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/12   The vocal tract is a resonat...

Tara interviews Valerie Gabail, an amazing classical French singer and teacher. Valerie shares her musical journey from child to adult, with giving us a glimpse into what it was like to have a vocal injury and how she moved through it into recovery and beyond.   Valerie was influenced to love music as a child through her father, who brought so many styles of music into their home.     In high scho...

Auto-tune has been used in music circles for over 20 years as an audio processor for the voice to help keep it in tune. The question for today's show is: should it be used by singers in their studio recordings and in live recordings if they are professional singers? This question Tara addresses and gives some insight into finding the answer based on what our voices are capable of doing.   And… her...

If you are a voice teacher and have struggled with using Zoom for online lessons, then this platform is for YOU! Tara talks to the creator of Muzie, a newer platform that hosts online teaching with amazing sound, video and so many other teaching tools that make life easier for both the teacher and the student! Join her as she and Sam Reti (the founder) talk all things Muzie! And… here is the link...

If you struggle with finding time or motivation to practice voice, Tara has you covered in today's episode. She brings you 6 ways to help you get motivated and stay motivated so you don't just let your singing voice get out of shape. Practicing voice doesn't have to be a negative or hard task! And… here is the link to grab your FREE vocal helps and be aware of when I offer my next masterclasses an...

In today's episode, Tara delves into the topic of what happened to many people's voices when they were not singing at concerts or in choirs or other gatherings this last year. Because much of singing was actually not allowed or cancelled during the pandemic, singer's found themselves with voices a little bit different than they had known before. Tara breaks down why it happened and what to do abou...

In today's episode, Tara gets to interview superstar backup singer Jana Anderson. Jana's resume is incredibly full of experience, having toured with Fleetwood Mac, Don Henley, Sheena Easton, and so many more. She shares parts of her amazing journey and what it does take to be a backup singer.   The Start of Jana's singing: Jana remembered singing at her grandparents' anniversary at age 3 or 4 and...

In today's episode, Tara dives into the world of studio singing. She talks about 8 helps that can make your experience as a singer be fun and productive, instead of having fear or feeling frustrated. Tara's knowledge of the studio comes from much experience and she wants singers to enjoy this platform, whether it's their first time or 25th time in the studio!   For those of you who would love to h...

In today's episode, Tara interviews professional songwriter/guitarist/producer Michael Elsner. Michael has been in the world of sync licensing for many years now and has had such placements for shows like American Idol, The Voice,   and The Ellen DeGeneres show. Plus commercials like Audi, Verizon and a Super Bowl ad, as well as trailers like The Mandalorian. His resume is amazing with all the son...

In today's episode, Tara focuses on why it's good to work on a song until it's ready for a performance, instead of just stopping when you are only halfway through the process. Listen to today's episode for the reasons why this can become your practice! For those of you who would love to also have The Singing Straw, please go to my link here: http://bit.ly/Tarabsingingstraw   and put in the code fo...

In today's episode, Tara talks with singer/vocal coach Tiffany Van Boxtel all about training the voice and why it's so helpful to have a plan. We also discuss the value of one-on-one trainings and letting them be a foundation for all that we build on vocally . Tiffany's first love of music might be traced back to playing a monster game in elementary music where she got to express dynamics of music...

Here are the exercises you can get for free to practice with: https://tarab.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/4 In today's episode, Tara talks about one of the sicknesses singers dread the most: laryngitis. She talks about how we get it, what are the symptoms, and what we need to do to get better and in some cases, sing at at gig!     What causes laryngitis? : (From the Mayo Clinic)—the voc...

In today's episode, Tara gets put in the hot seat as Lisa Gebhard asks her unusual questions about the voice and singing! Nothing is off limits here and we talk everything from animals vocal folds to how does your nose fit into your singing sound? You will definitely gain some knowledge this episode! Lisa Gebhard ( Tara's cousin and content creator in her biz ) sits down and asks many probing ques...

In today's episode, Tara talks with music educator/performer/songwriter Carol Nicodemi all about children's voices and what it was like to work with children in the school system for 25+ years. Carol shares from personal experience how she worked with children ages 5-11 years old. You will be inspired by her ideas and the ways that she got children singing in super healthy, creative and fun ways!!...

In today's episode, Tara tackles some of the reasons that people don't sing or stop singing. There is often a basis for people not engaging in an activity that seems like anyone could do. Singing has been going for thousands of years, but many people in today's world do not engage in this practice. Why is that? Join Tara for a discussion about the causes and rationale behind no singing. Also, if y...

In today's episode, Tara looks at 10 different questions that vocalists frequently ask   about singing. She tackles each one in detail to help all of our listeners.   Can anyone learn to sing? Yes. It takes a willing spirit! How do I sing louder? Resonance is the key to make sound with more volume. Should I use my mouth or nose for breathing? As we let out our breath, it is more natural to inhale...

In today's episode, Tara talks about what it looks and sounds like when a voice ages. This is a topic that hasn't been talked about enough and yet there are ways to do something to help stop some of aging effects. And to keep singing through the years with your best voice! Do you notice when people's voices sound different as they age? UT Southwestern Medical center says: Muscles and tissues in th...

In today's episode, Tara talks about the subject of being a good singer. What does that even mean and what really makes up a singer to say that they sing well? Listen here for today's discussion on this often avoided topic.   What does good singing mean? Good definition: "of a favorable character or tendency",   "competent, skillful"   Good singing might be more about a number of characteristics:...

In today's episode, Tara shares many of the books that she has used in teaching for   different ages and types of singers. She gives you lots of practical resources and where to purchase books so you and your students have a library to choose from. Tara has taken the pain out of trying to look through tons and tons of repertoire and nailing it down to specific music books so that you can spend mor...

Today's episode features many of the different and vast benefits there are with singing. From physical benefits to emotional, social and more, this is an episode for the people who like singing but don't do much of it themselves.   Physical Benefits of singing: Posture can be improved. spacecoastdaily.com says this about singing: "When you sing, you're pushing a great deal of oxygen into your lung...

Are you a person who just knew that you would be a singer? Or did it come later in life? Well, my special guest's journey started as a wee child telling people that she wanted to sing. Here is her story from having that deep desire in her heart to how it came to be a real vocational pursuit! Her trek will inspire you! Anaité ' s journey started as a little girl where she discovered the sound of si...

Ever feel like your voice has definite changes in it? That when you sing in different registers, they can sound very different from one another? Is it hard to switch between the chest and head voice or getting a mix in the middle? This episode Tara gives you lots of vocalises to help smooth those transitions and feel like your voice is one whole seamless voice. Having a seamless voice is : when ou...