Vocal Health

Hydration Habits

Hydration is crucial for vocal and overall health. Drink 1.5-3 litres daily, plan ahead, and use steam inhalation or humidifiers. Avoid dehydrating substances and track progress for long-term benefits. (3-minute read time) Photo by Thao…

November 28, 2024

Why Hydration Matters

Hydration is vital for vocal health, maintaining flexibility, and preventing vocal fatigue. Singers need balanced fluid intake, humidity, and steam inhalation while tailoring hydration to lifestyle, environment, and personal needs. (3-minute read time) Photo by…

November 28, 2024

Winter Myth Series

I did a series of posts in the Winter of 2023 regarding myths surrounding the management and maintenance of vocal health when you are unwell. If you missed it, here they are … Myth #1…

October 11, 2023

Recipe Corner

Being a living, breathing musical instrument means that the fuel we give it makes a difference.  That means that recipes and meal prep is an important tool for singers. If you have ever been part…

August 31, 2022

How to Cheer Safely

Top Tips on preventing voice loss at school swimming/athletics carnivals. I have lost count of the number of times a school-aged singer has arrived for their after-school lesson with so much hoarseness following their sports…

February 3, 2021

Singing with Allergies

As a singing teacher, I spend a reasonable amount of time talking about the perils of too much and too little mucus (not as gross as it sounds, trust me).  It is currently spring in Canberra,…

October 23, 2020
 

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