How to sing: Vocal technique - singing made easy!

Real world techniques as used by professional & successful singers. Works on ANY voice, not matter what level or genre!

Created byMaruja Retana

Last updated 2/2020

English

What you'll learn

Mixed voice, belting, falsetto, breath control, smooth transitions (no voice cracks!) and all other vocal ‘secrets’ explained in incredibly simple terms. No more strain on your throat... All the skills needed to sing like a professional
Daily warmup & helpful exercises designed to get into excellent vocal shape, and constantly improve.

Course content

4 sections • 53 lectures • 2h 4m total length

The 5-point vocal system5:25
Nose3:01
discover how to use nasal resonance to lift the voice’s center of gravity behind the nose, relax the throat, and open the mouth for clearer, freer singing.
Mouth4:09
Open your mouth wide, drop your jaw using gravity, and pronounce vowels with nasal resonance to transform your voice from throaty to professional.
Jaw tension2:38
Tongue tension2:23
Chest2:58
Core2:07
Closing remarks - Section 10:32
Exercises4:09

Introduction to section 21:07
Master a healthy breathing technique to improve your range, volume, and dynamics, gain control of your nerves, and sing with clarity by applying breath control beyond vague phrases.
Breathing technique myths3:34
How breathing works (the complicated version)2:41
A new way of breathing (the easy version)6:54
Breath control3:46
Discover breath control by resisting air with core engagement and air compression, using the alien head visualization, nasal engagement, and a candle test to sustain a clean, powerful vocal sound.
Breath control when you're nervous2:04
Dance & sing at the same time2:05
Closing remarks - Section 20:39

Introduction to section 30:37
Glottal attack & compression3:19
Breathy voice3:07
Thinning your vocal cords1:49
High notes (falsetto)1:31
Learn to sing high notes with a light falsetto by keeping glottal attack gentle, staying relaxed, and using nasal resonance to ease into the range.
Mixed voice3:41
High notes (belting)2:55
Sustained notes1:24
Sustain high notes with a relaxed larynx, jaw, and tongue. Use strong breath control and chest openness, and ensure the lower body—core, back, and glutes—supports the voice.
Low range2:56
Visualizing the note2:04
Pitch control2:50
Snappy consonants2:15
Groove & pocket3:50
Focus on vowels to shape your sound, place consonants with an active attack, and groove toward pocket with the pulse. Alternate staccato and legato, and surrender to the music.
Musical phrasing & dynamics3:54
Runs & riffs5:16
Exercises10:54
Closing remarks - Section 30:47
Practice the provided vocal exercises with patience, embrace the learning process, and compare early versus recent recordings to hear your singing improve.

Introduction to section 40:35
'I sing too loud'2:29
'I am too shy'1:28
'I am pitchy or tonedeaf'0:42
'I sound too nasal'0:48
'I don't have enough power or volume'0:51
'My voice cracks'0:55
Address voice cracks during belting by increasing core and lower-body engagement. Use waist-level resistance, such as weights or a partner’s push, to build stability for higher, louder notes.
'My throat hurts when I sing'0:55
'How much should I open my mouth?'0:21
Discover how much to open the mouth for singing, avoid forcing the jaw, and feel the jaw outward as if shocked to support a natural, open vocal technique.
'What is forward placement or projection or singing in the mask?'1:50
'How do I sing from the diaphragm?'0:31
'How do I warm up really quickly?'0:50
'How do I sing early in the morning?'0:29
'I am sick...how can I still sing?'2:13
Learn to sing with a cold by maintaining clean technique, staying hydrated, and taking rest when needed; avoid strain, and rebuild strength after laryngitis or vocal fatigue.
'How do I sing with more emotion?'0:59
'How long should I practice for?'0:47
'I hate my sound'1:53
'I know I can do better, but I don't know how'1:09
Closing remarks1:24
Finish the course strong and celebrate your achievement. Access private one-on-one vocal coaches online and in person to deeply tailor a program that targets your challenges, strengths, and goals.

Requirements

Never force anything, especially when suffering from vocal injury or fatigue (in which case I would advise to just listen, and start practicing when you’ve got your vocal health back)

Description

Learn how to sing online: This Udemy vocal technique course is a complete masterclass with original, high quality singing lessons and vocal coachings. You will also receive a FULL E-BOOK with all the information you need in order to learn how to sing.

Hi darlings!

My name is Maru, and I'm going to teach you how to sing! Online, at a world-class level. Not the typical things you have heard before, I’m going to explain EVERYTHING in a way that is incredibly simple, for anyone.

I started my career as a psychologist in the Netherlands, and quickly realized I wanted to follow my passion for music. Long story short, I really did not know how to sing or how to perform at all, I was far from a natural singer. The one thing I had was the sheer determination to learn.

I’d love to share with you how I went from an ‘ok singer’ to consistently getting the most wonderful praise for my vocals, hearing my songs on the radio, getting signed as a singer/songwriter for Sony/ATV and singing in front of large & appreciative audiences all over the world.

This may sound far-fetched, but the truth is: singing is really very simple. Not necessarily easy right away (you gotta put the work in!), but...simple :) I use a very easy-to-remember framework that can fix any issue, and that can maximize your potential quickly.

Here’s what you can expect from this course:

Section 1 will describe the technical framework that I use, and that has helped not only me, but hundreds of other singers reach new levels. At end of this section you will find some helpful singing exercises that you can use as a daily vocal warmup.

Section 2 goes deeper into breathing technique and breath control, which is essential for a singer! Finally a simple answer to the mysterious phrase ‘sing from the diaphraghm’...

Section 3 will focus in on advanced techniques; how to add character to your vocals and find your ‘sound’. What distinguished a good singer from a great singer? Learn how to sing in a more interesting way here! Lotsss of helpful singing exercises :)

Section 4 addresses the most frequently asked questions and concerns I receive about singing, including ‘How do I stop voice cracks?’, ‘My throat hurts when I sing’ and ‘How do I sing with a cold?’.

My former and current students are now releasing songs professionally, doing regular live gigs, are getting private auditions on talent shows such as ‘The Voice’ & ‘America’s Got Talent’, and are confident singers on stage and in the studio. I've been very fortunate to sing professionally after genuinely thinking I did not have a chance, and now YOU can learn how to sing online, anytime, anywhere.

Happy singing!

Maru

PS: I’ll gladly answer your questions in the discussion board!

Who this course is for:

Learn how to sing online: This Udemy vocal technique course is a complete masterclass with x hours of original, high quality singing lessons and vocal coachings. You will also receive a FULL E-BOOK with all the information you need in order to learn how to sing. Hi darlings! My name is Maru, and I'm going to teach you how to sing! Online, at a world-class level. Not the typical things you have heard before, I’m going to explain EVERYTHING in a way that is incredibly simple, for anyone. I started my career as a psychologist in the Netherlands, and quickly realized I wanted to follow my passion for music. Long story short, I really did not know how to sing or how to perform at all, I was far from a natural singer. The one thing I had was the sheer determination to learn. I’d love to share with you how I went from an ‘ok singer’ to consistently getting the most wonderful praise for my vocals, hearing my songs on the radio, getting signed as a singer/songwriter for Sony/ATV and singing in front of large & appreciative audiences all over the world. This may sound far-fetched, but the truth is: singing is really very simple. Not necessarily easy right away (you gotta put the work in!), but...simple :) I use a very easy-to-remember framework that can fix any issue, and that can maximize your potential quickly. Here’s what you can expect from this course: Section 1 will describe the technical framework that I use, and that has helped not only me, but hundreds of other singers reach new levels. At end of this section you will find some helpful singing exercises that you can use as a daily vocal warmup. Section 2 goes deeper into breathing technique and breath control, which is essential for a singer! Finally a simple answer to the mysterious phrase ‘sing from the diaphraghm’... Section 3 will focus in on advanced techniques; how to add character to your vocals and find your ‘sound’. What distinguished a good singer from a great singer? Learn how to sing in a more interesting way here! Lotsss of helpful singing exercises :) Section 4 addresses the most frequently asked questions and concerns I receive about singing, including ‘How do I stop voice cracks?’, ‘My throat hurts when I sing’ and ‘How do I sing with a cold?’. My former and current students are now releasing songs professionally, doing regular live gigs, are getting private auditions on talent shows such as ‘The Voice’ & ‘America’s Got Talent’, and are confident singers on stage and in the studio. I've been very fortunate to sing professionally after genuinely thinking I did not have a chance, and now YOU can learn how to sing online, anytime, anywhere. Happy singing, Maru PS: I’ll gladly answer your questions in the discussion board!
People who have tried to learn on their own (or even have tried singing lessons) but feel that they’re stuck, not getting it and/or missing something
Literally anybody who wants to learn how to sing better and easier, from absolute beginners to professionals who’d like a refresher course

How to sing: Vocal technique - singing made easy!

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