For a lot of people, singing is something that you either have or don’t.
I’m sure we’ve all seen those videos where someone sings and their voice sounds amazing.
But for most of us, the tone isn’t quite right and it’s difficult to get into the song.
So how do you teach someone who can’t sing to sing?
You start by teaching them breath control, then work on vocal placement so they know what part of their throat vibrates to create different notes.
And there are tons more tips in this blog post!
Table of Contents
- Define the song
- Identify what type of voice the person has and what type of voice they need to have
- Show them how to sing it by singing it yourself, or find a video that shows someone else singing it
- Provide feedback on their progress as they go along
- Encourage them and make sure they don’t give up too easily!
- How to teach kids to sing?
- How To Teach A child To Sing On Pitch?
- How To Teach A Child To Sing In Tune?
- Conclusion
Define the song
Before you even start, you need to practice the song a couple times by yourself.
Repeat it carefully and slowly so that you know all of the words and where each note is going to be.
Test your voice out on the song so you get used to singing with it.
Next, find someone who can sing well enough for you to really focus on their technique.
Then ask them to teach you how they sing the song.
They’ll be able to show you which notes are hard for them and explain the basics of breath control, placement, and resonance.
For example, if a certain note is hard for them to reach then make sure it’s not too high or too low for you as well.
After that, it’s time to practice!
Breath Control
This is going to be really difficult at first because you’ll have no idea what you’re doing.
But the more you do it the better you’ll get so by all means keep practicing!
Start with your diaphragm.
This is the place that you see singers expand as they inhale.
Make sure you get a full breath of air when you do this.
Then, from there, squeeze it so your stomach muscles are tightened.
This is where you’re going to hold in your breath while you sing before releasing once more for another puff of air.
Start singing!
This is where everything comes together.
Breathe in, use your diaphragm and stomach muscles to hold the breath, sing, then release for another puff of air!
Adjust volume
Your body will start to take over when you practice so it’ll be a little difficult at first to keep control of your voice.
Start by singing at about the same volume as you would for normal talking.
Then gradually move into a more intense song so that your body doesn’t overcompensate.
You’ll eventually find your natural voice and know exactly how loud or soft to sing!
Vocal Placement
It can be difficult to understand exactly where you’re placing your voice.
That’s why you need to find someone who really understands how to sing and they can show you the basic placement so you know where your mouth is going to be when you start singing.
Warming up before a performance
Your muscles will relax as soon as it feels like there isn’t any pressure on them.
But that can lead to unwanted movements so it’s important to do stretches and warm ups before a performance.
Stretches can be anything from simple neck rotations to shoulder shrugs and arm stretches.
It doesn’t need an expert, just a few minutes of stretching will work!
Make sure you’re relaxed when you start singing as well.
Identify what type of voice the person has and what type of voice they need to have
For example, if they have a more nasal tone it’ll be harder for them to hit lower notes. So you need to work on the resonance that makes those lower tones possible!
Do an experiment and go from high to low notes so you can see how your voice moves when you change notes.
It’s really easy to change your voice once you understand how it works.
Don’t be afraid to experiment!
Once you’re aware of what your voice can do, it’s easy to change the pitch and move between notes.
Make sure not to overdo it though as that could lead to vocal strain if you practice too hard.
Avoid things that will damage your voice
No one wants a sore throat or hoarse voice before a concert!
So be careful what you do while you’re preparing.
Drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes or weed will all damage your voice and prevent it from reaching its full potential!
Use vocal exercises to protect your voice when you smoke!
Keep yourself hydrated as well since that will help you produce the better tone and keep you from getting a sore throat.
If you’re working with a vocal coach make sure they have experience!
There are plenty of things that can go wrong if you don’t know what to do.
So if your teacher isn’t confident or doesn’t really know what they’re doing, it might be time to find a new one who gives you direction and knows more about what they’re doing.
Practice everyday!
This is the best way to get better at singing.
The more often you practice, the better your voice will be in the long run! Make sure to take breaks so that your body has time to recover from the strain.
But you should practice for at least three hours everyday!
There are plenty of ways to keep your voice healthy and protect it so that nothing gets damaged in the long run.
But if you want a better singing experience overall, then there’s no way around it.
Practice is key!
Show them how to sing it by singing it yourself, or find a video that shows someone else singing it
Tell them about the different types of songs and where they’re used, like hymns or ballads.
You need to make sure that the vocal exercises you use will work with your voice and build up your strength in the best way possible!
Then you can practice these scales to warm up your voice before a performance!
Make sure that the vocal exercises are challenging but don’t cause you too much pain.
Overdoing it could lead to strain and damage your voice in the long run!
You also need to find the best way possible to keep your voice from getting tired at all times.
It’s easy to overwork yourself or push too hard on a single part of your voice.
You’ll be able to identify areas that need more work by listening to yourself sing and paying attention to the vocal exercises you’re using.
That way, you can make sure that you improve the correct parts of your voice instead of getting carried away on a random note!
Choosing the right songs is important as well.
Some songs will be easier to sing than others. If you can’t hit the right note or keep a certain pitch, it’s ok!
There are plenty of ways to improve your singing!
Provide feedback on their progress as they go along
It’s important that they have a positive experience as well especially if you’re trying to help them improve their voice!
Help them find exercises or techniques that work best for them.
Don’t be afraid to experiment with different methods, but try to stick with the one technique until it becomes easier!
If you’re working together make sure that you’re both making progress at a good rate.
If they need to practice more, try to give them more time and show them how to do it correctly so that they can be ready by the next lesson!
Make sure that the exercises work with your voice type as well.
If you have a low soprano voice for example, don’t try to use exercises designed for a soprano because they will be too high pitched!
Never push yourself too hard, or take breaks if you start feeling fatigued.
If you push yourself beyond your limits then it could damage your voice and prevent it from improving correctly in the future.
Make sure to get plenty of sleep and eat well so that your body is fit enough to sing.
Don’t neglect your health just because you want to improve your voice!
If you’re not making progress or aren’t happy with the way things are going, talk to an experienced vocal coach in your area.
Encourage them and make sure they don’t give up too easily!
Some people will get frustrated after not seeing constant results right away.
Make sure that they know it’ll take time to see improvements in their voice and help them stick with the exercises!
It can be very frustrating when you’re trying to improve your voice and still aren’t getting where you want.
However, if you remember that it takes time and don’t get discouraged then you’ll be able to improve quickly!
Never give up on yourself or your voice because you’ve reached a tough point!
Keep trying and you’ll be able to break through that wall eventually.
How to teach kids to sing?
Teaching kids to sing is not only interesting, but also useful.
Children can begin the vocal exercise at 3-4 years old.
The age is important because at this time the child’s vocal tract is not formed completely and learning to sing will not have a negative effect on his voice.
Children, unlike adults, do not learn their native language (this is called “imprinting”), so they have no problems with intonation and pronunciation.
Children of this age want to imitate all the sounds they hear.
The parent must not be afraid that his teaching will spoil the child, after all, if you do not teach the child to speak and sing correctly.
He will develop an incorrect speech-articulation skills on his own which can lead to a disruption in their development as a person.
How To Teach A child To Sing On Pitch?
In a nutshell one should not be afraid that by teaching the child to sing will spoil his voice.
The maximum effort in teaching song will occur at the age of 6-7 years and then it is already late
The vocal tract in this case is formed completely, so at this time learning singing can prevent the formation of proper singing.
The child needs to singing all that he wishes in order not only to correctly develop speech, but also the acquisition of musical taste of an adult and sensitivity.
If you want to teach a child how to sing on pitch, it is better to listen together with him your favorite music (rock, pop or folk) and to try to copy the singers voice while singing along.
Especially good children respond when they hear their own voice on an audio recorder, so have a record at home of your favorite songs is always useful.
How To Teach A Child To Sing In Tune?
Some experts say that children learn to speak and sing in tune only through imitation. This is partially true, but it’s not entirely so. There are two reasons for this:
Teaching a child to sing can be interesting for him or her!
It will develop their musical ear and teach them about the power of music.
However, it is more important to remember that not all children are able to learn how to sing correctly.
If the child has a common voice type (high-pitched soprano), then you can teach them singing without fear of negative consequences.
Conclusion
I hope this blog has been helpful for you in some way!
If you’re still having trouble with your singing, feel free to reach out and we can help.
Remember that it takes time and practice to achieve the level of vocal proficiency desired by many singers.
Losing patience is a natural human response but if anything it will only discourage your progress.
Take care of yourself first so that when you do sing again you’re at 100%.
Have fun practicing these techniques and let me know how they work for you!