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Articles & Notes By Lis

Songs & Your Voice

The Performance

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Q&A: Musical Identity

Research Dear Lis I can sing any cover song and sound just like the artist but I don’t know who I am. How do I find my own voice? Kanesha Hi Kanesha All the time you’ve spent learning other people’s songs is going to pay off - that’s your research, your college degree. But you’re...

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Q&A: Your New Voice

Dear Lis I’ve been away from singing for a while and want to get back into it. I tried singing some of the songs I used to sing but I can’t hit the high notes. How do I get them back? Anna Hi Anna Work slowly and gradually to get your vocal cords back into...

Lessons I’ve Learned From The Mistakes Of My Clients

Mistakes Singers Make 1. Hookah: don’t smoke yourself out the night before a show 2. Edibles: if you’re going to get stoned (not that I’m recommending it) don’t smoke it; eat it. 3. Scream: no screaming fight with your boyfriend/girlfriend/manager. Same for going to a sporting event and cheering. 4. Phone: a show day isn’t...

Q&A: Collaboration

My 15 year old daughter is a talented singer/songwriter but I feel her songs need to be stronger. She’s tried writing with a kid from school but she felt he wasn’t as knowledgeable as she is and that he was stubborn about using his own ideas. How can we find someone to write with her.

Q&A: Singer’s Block

I’m stuck. I sound the same every time I sing my songs; my shows are the same. I’m losing the feeling. How do I break out of my funk?

Q&A: Married To The Band

Last night at our gig the bass player was really sloppy in his rhythm playing. I don’t think he practices enough. Is it time to look for a new one?

Q&A: Fear Of Scales

I hate doing scales. Why can’t I just sing songs?

Q&A: Building Bridges

My registers don’t connect very well. There’s a big break when I pop over from one to the other. What can I do to smooth out the connection between the two.

Q&A: Drummer Vs. Singer

My drummer plays so hard and loud that I can’t hear myself sing. I’ve asked him to tone it down but he tells me to sing harder.

Q&A: The Right Key

How do I choose the right key for my voice?