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• Avoid dairy products and orange juice the day of a performance.
• Avoid places with toxic substances in the air (chemicals, tar, etc.).
• Stay relaxed (avoid stress), especially in thedays before a performance.
• Eat a healthy diet (plenty of good protein, fresh fruits and vegetables).
• Get plenty of rest especially two days before a performance.
• Drink plenty of water.
• Train with a qualified teacher regularly.
• Speak at your own pitch (as in agreeing with someone by saying "mmm-hmm").
• Vocalise daily.
• Warm up properly before singing.
• See a qualified ENT if you have prolonged hoarseness.
• Sing softly (mark) new songs when you are first learning them.
• Support your singing voice properly.
• Keep your larynx in a comfortable “Speech Level” at all times when singing
(don’t let it lock down or jam up).
• Build your voice properly before trying to sing with a lot of power or volume. |
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“Although solid vocal technique is my primary focus for keeping one’s voice healthy, there are several vocal health products that I have found to be very helpful."
- Guy |
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