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How to Sing: Tips From Working Vocal Coaches

EXPRESS is a Canadian music school where working artists teach private singing lessons online and in person. Our coaches write these articles to help you practise, look after your voice and find the right teacher.

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Singing technique, vocal health, gear and the music industry, written by singers who perform.

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How to Become a Vocal Coach and Start Your Own Studio

How to become a vocal coach and launch a voice studio: branding, finding students, hiring teachers and imposter
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Best Gifts for Singers in 2027 (Picked by Working Vocal Coaches)

The best gifts for singers in 2027, picked by working vocal coaches: lesson gift cards, vocal health tools
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How to Practice Singing (Even on Bad Days)

How to practice singing on low-motivation days: a set routine, a body scan, breathing exercises and lip trills,
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Where to find the best vocal coach in Canada?

How to Find a Vocal Coach (Who’s Actually Right for You)

How to find a vocal coach who fits your voice and goals: what to look for, where to
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Opera Vocal Coaching for Hobbyists: A Beginner’s Guide

Can you learn opera as a hobby? Yes. What opera vocal coaching covers, what a first lesson looks
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Best Vocal Coach in Toronto: 5 Top Picks by Style (2027)

We review the 5 best singing teachers in Toronto and explain how to pick the right vocal coach
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How to Sing Better: How To Sing RNB

Learn how to sing RnB with Vocal Coach & Artist Kelsey Vaz. Real techniques to fix tone, master
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ultimate guide to singing lessons for adults

Ultimate Guide To The Best Singing Lessons For adults

A review of top singing lessons for adults in every Canadian city. Find singing lessons near you and
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How to prepare for an open mic

How To Prepare For An Open Mic In Toronto

Your quick guide to preparing for an open mic! Feel confident going into your next open mic in
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how to sing from your diaphragm

How To Sing From Your Diaphragm: 3 Solid Singing Tips

Learn how to not sing from your throat and ignite that core. Finally know how to sing from
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Should You Sing While SIck? This Article is all about singing when your throat hurts.

Can You Sing While Sick?

The answer to can you sing while sick is dependent on these factors: Your technique, the illness itself,
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Who Can Teach Me To Sing In Toronto?

Who Can Teach Me To Sing In Toronto? Voice Training With Professional Singers. Vocal Lessons Tailored to You.
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Breath control singing

Breath Control Singing: Stop Gasping

Why do some singers make an audible gasp when they breath to sing? Learn how to fix this
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Does stretching help with singing

Does stretching help with singing

Does stretching help with singing? The short answer, No. Stretching does not inherently help improve your singing voice.
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Does singing everyday improve your voice

Does Singing Everyday Improve Your Voice

Advice from a top vocal coach: This article will teach you how to improve singing everyday. Everyday singing
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How to Improve Breath Control in Singing

How to Improve Breath Support For Singing

Breath support can be negatively impacted for a number of reasons. Learn how to improve breath control in
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