http://archive.aweber.com/hotvocaltipsBarbara Lewis brings you hot vocal tips, secrets and tools to let your voice soar!Tue, 15 May 2012 08:38:58 -0400http://archive.aweber.com/hotvocaltips/DV7nU/h/Your_Love_Life_Singing_.htm Welcome To All New Subscribers! This email was sent to you because you signed up for a newsletter at: http://www.singing-tips-with-barbara-lewis.com. If you have received this e-mail by mistake, or do not want to continue receiving it, please use the link at the bottom of this page to unsubscribe! (If you do not see photos and images in this e-mail, you must display images in your e-mail system.) _______________________ Your LOVE LIFE and the Benefits of Singing Your love life gets better with singing? Are you kidding? If you are immediately saying, No way! That's crazy! - please hear me out... I write quite a lot about love and passion (ie: about a wide variety of passions: romantic passion, humans for a cause, for a powerful idea or for a sacred place etc.). I've noticed two important things: 1. Most of us would like to have more love and passion in our lives and 2. Singing can open us up to being able to feel and offer more love to others. Here are my latest thoughts on how singing can improve your love life. Add Us To Your Address Book To help ensure that you receive all email messages consistently in your inbox with images displayed, please add this address to your address book or contacts list: [barbara@barbaralewis.com] ______________________________ ABOUT YOUR VOICE Your responses to the polls have been very helpful. For those who have not yet had your say... here's your chance. Quick and easy. RESULTS OF THE POLL, so far... How old are my readers? Age 13-20 - 15% Age 21-34 - 15% Age 35-45 - 18% Age 45 and up - 51% What do you want to learn? Vocal technique - 38% How to be a professional singer - 17% How to sing better in a choir -13% How to market my music - 13% How to build a singing career - 11% Other - 5% If YOU want to have YOUR say, please do! As always, I wish you great Singing! Barbara Lewis Visit a Gift Store for Singers of All Ages! Unsubscribe MeTue, 15 May 2012 08:38:58 -0400http://archive.aweber.com/hotvocaltips/CaiJk/h/_Why_Don_t_I_Sound_Like_A.htm Welcome To All New Subscribers! This email was sent to you because you signed up for a newsletter at: http://www.singing-tips-with-barbara-lewis.com. If you have received this e-mail by mistake, or do not want to continue receiving it, please use the link at the bottom of this page to unsubscribe! (If you do not see photos and images in this e-mail, you must display images in your e-mail system.) _______________________ 1. This is an opportunity to have your say as a singer who dreams of great singing - HERE! Take your singing work seriously? Make your unique needs known! Thank you to those who have voted! 2. What Don't I sound Like a Professional Singer? Have you ever said that to yourself? Most of us have muttered those words to ourselves at one time or another. Read more... --------------------- 3. Watch a video lesson that offers you 2 tips about how to sing with more emotional power. Add Us To Your Address Book To help ensure that you receive all email messages consistently in your inbox with images displayed, please add this address to your address book or contacts list: [barbara@barbaralewis.com] ______________________________ 4. FINAL NOTE! For those of you who were thinking about buying my E-Guide, STAGE FRIGHT - 12 Powerful Tools To Help You Beat It! - this is the last week it will sell for $4.99. This week, (Friday, May 4), the price will rise to $7.99. Get it now, if Stage Fright is a problem you must solve! -------------------------- I hope your singing week is going well. Remember that it takes patience and consistent work (even 10 minutes a day!) to keep your voice growing. My best, Barbara Unsubscribe MeTue, 01 May 2012 11:20:51 -0400http://archive.aweber.com/hotvocaltips/Ietj./h/Saying_Goodbye_to_from.htm Welcome To All New Subscribers! This email was sent to you because you signed up for a newsletter at: http://www.singing-tips-with-barbara-lewis.com. If you have received this e-mail by mistake, or do not want to continue receiving it, please use the link at the bottom of this page to unsubscribe! (If you do not see photos and images in this e-mail, you must display images in your e-mail system.) _______________________ Say Goodbye to the Current Singing Tips Site! Hello to Everyone! In the next several weeks, the Singing Tips site is going to go through a major change... The home page will look very different and the way in which the site is organized will change. I will also be focusing on different kinds of singing information. Hopefully, these changes will make it more interesting and useful to all of you. YOUR OPINION I need a little input from you. On this page there are TWO QUICK POLLS - waiting for your opinion. Two simple answers. One minute of your time. It will be worth your effort, I promise. My best, Barbara Add Us To Your Address Book To help ensure that you receive all email messages consistently in your inbox with images displayed, please add this address to your address book or contacts list: [barbara@barbaralewis.com] ______________________________ If you have not seen THIS VIDEO, take a look NOW! You will not think about your own music-making in the same way again. As always, I wish you great Singing! Barbara Lewis Visit a Gift Store for Singers of All Ages! NEW! Stage Fright - 12 Powerful Tools to Help YOU Beat It! Unsubscribe MeThu, 26 Apr 2012 11:54:32 -0400http://archive.aweber.com/hotvocaltips/8_fwE/h/The_ONE_Thing_Singers_Must.htm Welcome To All New Subscribers! This email was sent to you because you signed up for a newsletter at: http://www.singing-tips-with-barbara-lewis.com. If you have received this e-mail by mistake, or do not want to continue receiving it, please use the link at the bottom of this page to unsubscribe! (If you do not see photos and images in this e-mail, you must display images in your e-mail system.) ______________ HAPPY WORLD VOICE DAY! CREATIVITY (a video) - takes a few seconds to load, but worth the time... The great humorist, John Cleese claims that creativity is different from talent. He suggests that in order to be creative, you need to give yourself : 1. Space 2. Time 3. Confidence 4. Humor Since today is World Voice Day, I encourage you to watch Mr. Cleese's short video and think about how YOU can bring more creativity into your singing life! I'm going to do this too. And I'll let you know how it goes - next week. For yet more creative juice, listen to Tom Jackson talk about how to put together a great set list of songs for your next show! I wish you a hugely creative week! My best, Barbara Add Us To Your Address Book To help ensure that you receive all email messages consistently in your inbox with images displayed, please add this address to your address book or contacts list: [barbara@barbaralewis.com] ______________________________ April 16th, 2012 is World Voice Day WHAT IS STOPPING YOU FROM SINGING? ----------------------- This is the extraordinary thing about creativity: If just you keep your mind resting against the subject in a friendly but persistent way, sooner or later you will get a reward from your unconscious. - John Cleese Unsubscribe MeMon, 16 Apr 2012 08:57:02 -0400http://archive.aweber.com/hotvocaltips/IHIqA/h/Strained_Throat_Some_ideas_.htm Welcome To All New Subscribers! This email was sent to you because you signed up for a newsletter at: http://www.singing-tips-with-barbara-lewis.com. If you have received this e-mail by mistake, or do not want to continue receiving it, please use the link at the bottom of this page to unsubscribe! (If you do not see photos and images in this e-mail, you must display images in your e-mail system.) ______________ MY THROAT IS SO TIRED! I feel like I strained it... - Do your warm ups tire you out? And then you carry that vocal cord fatigue into your songs? - Do you find that whenever you sing, you end up with a tired and hoarse voice? If you have a tired voice too often, you will need to make some changes in how you use your delicate vocal cords. Here are some ideas... and 5 vocal exercises from the well-known Doctor Titze. (with video) _____________________ Over Forty? Need a little inspiration? View two short videos about the power of the older singer... Power one - A voice that works Power two - An audience that listens Add Us To Your Address Book To help ensure that you receive all email messages consistently in your inbox with images displayed, please add this address to your address book or contacts list: [barbara@barbaralewis.com] ______________________________ April 16th, 2012 is World Voice Day The theme this year is: Your Voice Counts! HAVE YOU GOT A SINGING PROJECT IN MIND? April 16th is a symbolic day to begin... ----------------------- Joe Henry (producer and singer/songwriter): I love artists who survive and continue. I don't believe in the idea that anything you do of substance has to happen when you're young. I don't care what the industry suggests, as far as demographics. I care about experience and what it does to artists, and what they have to offer from that vantage point. ----------------------- As always, I wish you great Singing! Barbara Lewis Visit my Gift Store for Singers! Unsubscribe MeTue, 10 Apr 2012 09:18:42 -0400http://archive.aweber.com/hotvocaltips/Kf0kQ/h/Are_YOU_Singing_As_Well_As_You.htm Welcome To All New Subscribers! This email was sent to you because you signed up for a newsletter at: http://www.singing-tips-with-barbara-lewis.com. If you have received this e-mail by mistake, or do not want to continue receiving it, please use the link at the bottom of this page to unsubscribe! (If you do not see photos and images in this e-mail, you must display images in your e-mail system.) _______________________ Here´s Another Secret to Good Singing Hello to everyone! I hope your week is going well. A lot of singers complain to me about their lack of ability to breathe well. Is that how you feel? In this singing tip, I address some of the more common complaints and point you to videos and web pages that will help you. But more importantly, I tell you about another aspect of breathing that is not talked about very often. This can help you to sing much better - and quickly! Read more. Add Us To Your Address Book To help ensure that you receive all email messages consistently in your inbox with images displayed, please add this address to your address book or contacts list: [barbara@barbaralewis.com] ______________________________ If Stage Fright is a problem that you deal with, have a look at my new Guide: Stage Fright - 12 Powerful Tools to Help You Beat It! As always, I wish you great singing! Barbara Lewis Unsubscribe MeWed, 28 Mar 2012 12:30:46 -0400http://archive.aweber.com/hotvocaltips/FvPbQ/h/3_Common_Vocal_Problems_what.htm Welcome To All New Subscribers! This email was sent to you because you signed up for a newsletter at: http://www.singing-tips-with-barbara-lewis.com. If you have received this e-mail by mistake, or do not want to continue receiving it, please use the link at the bottom of this page to unsubscribe! (If you do not see photos and images in this e-mail, you must display images in your e-mail system.) ______________ 3 Common Vocal Problems and Ways To Address Them. (Ideas, exercises, tips and secrets) Is this YOUR problem ? 1. My vocal range is too short 2. My breathing does not allow me to easily complete reasonably long phrases 3. My throat gets tired too fast I'll discuss one of these issues each week for the next 3 weeks. Today, it's about Vocal Range.... ______________________ Over Forty? Need a little inspiration? View two short videos about the power of the older singer... Power one - A voice that works Power two - An audience that listens Add Us To Your Address Book To help ensure that you receive all email messages consistently in your inbox with images displayed, please add this address to your address book or contacts list: [barbara@barbaralewis.com] ______________________________ April 16th, 2012 is World Voice Day The theme this year is: Your Voice Counts! If you have been thinking about getting started on a singing project, April 16th may be just the day to begin! As always, I wish you great Singing! Barbara Lewis Visit a Gift Store for Singers of All Ages! Latest E-Guide: STAGE FRIGHT - 12 Powerful Tools To Help You Beat It! Especially for Singers! (only $4.99!) Unsubscribe MeTue, 20 Mar 2012 11:59:11 -0400http://archive.aweber.com/hotvocaltips/O6Dfw/h/Forgetting_Lyrics_Has_it.htm Welcome To All New Subscribers! This email was sent to you because you signed up for a newsletter at: http://www.singing-tips-with-barbara-lewis.com. If you have received this e-mail by mistake, or do not want to continue receiving it, please use the link at the bottom of this page to unsubscribe! (If you do not see photos and images in this e-mail, you must display images in your e-mail system.) _____________________ Is Your Memory A Problem? Remembering lyrics is a task that many singers worry about. Especially when there are a lot of songs to sing in an evening. But there are many tricks that can help you to work those lyrics into your mind in a way that is both enjoyable and truly memorable! Read more and watch a Video that shows you how to improve your ability to remember your lyrics . Add Us To Your Address Book To help ensure that you receive all email messages consistently in your inbox with images displayed, please add this address to your address book or contacts list: [barbara@barbaralewis.com] ______________________________ FREE! Breathe Easier... A Powerful Guided Breathing Exercise on MP3 Also guides you to let go of stress and breathe more fully. NEW in the Singers' Gift Shop Special Project Lesson Package Package of 5 lessons to devote to just one project. This kind of plan helps you to focus fully on completing just ONE singing task that is of vital importance to you. As always, I wish you great Singing! Barbara Lewis Unsubscribe MeTue, 06 Mar 2012 08:30:10 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/hotvocaltips/BvbaA/h/A_very_Secret_Tool_For.htm Welcome To All New Subscribers! This email was sent to you because you signed up for a newsletter at: http://www.singing-tips-with-barbara-lewis.com. If you have received this e-mail by mistake, or do not want to continue receiving it, please use the link at the bottom of this page to unsubscribe! (If you do not see photos and images in this e-mail, you must display images in your e-mail system.) _______________________ How Can I Sing High Notes More Easily? Here is an approach to securing high notes in a performance that you will not see very often. A very secret and helpful tool... How can I sing (and perform) with more confidence when I have a lot of high notes in a song? I often hear this question in lessons. And in the past, I've given quite a few tips about various ways to approach high notes. But here is something very different. (View Video) Add Us To Your Address Book To help ensure that you receive all email messages consistently in your inbox with images displayed, please add this address to your address book or contacts list: [barbara@barbaralewis.com] _____________________________ Are You Too Old To Make It? We're conditioned to believe that if we're going to make it then we have to do it at a young age. I had already started to have this feeling when I was in my early 20s. I felt like I was slacking because I hadn't 'made it' yet. As always, I wish you great Singing! Barbara Lewis Need Lessons? or a chance to talk about your singing dreams? Visit the Gift Store for Singers of All Ages! Unsubscribe MeFri, 24 Feb 2012 09:24:31 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/hotvocaltips/Mnv.g/h/4_Mistakes_That_Many_Singers.htm Welcome To All New Subscribers! This email was sent to you because you signed up for a newsletter at: http://www.singing-tips-with-barbara-lewis.com. If you have received this e-mail by mistake, or do not want to continue receiving it, please use the link at the bottom of this page to unsubscribe! (If you do not see photos and images in this e-mail, you must display images in your e-mail system.) _______________________ 4 Mistakes that Many Singers Make 1. Not listening broadly to many types of music Many singers tend to listen to just a few styles of music. Some listen only to the style they intend to sing. A singer's imagination will be strengthened by listening to diverse and unusual types of singing and ways of making music. Listen broadly in order to better develop your own style! 2. Letting ambition overshadow enjoyment of the learning process Because shows like American Idol and The Voice are so much in our daily consciousness, it is hard to imagine that a normal and very accepted path to singing success is through working at your art for many hours a week over many years. This long journey is still the most common way to get ahead as a singer. A few singers will explode to the top quickly. Most of us will need to be at peace with working consistently and happily as we build a voice and deepen our souls. Remain ambitious, but be prepared to put in the required amount of work. 3. Not warming up your voice before singing Until you are quite an advanced singer, (when your vocal co-ordination is well established) you will need to do at least a few well-chosen warm ups in order to co-ordinate the fine balance between your breath and your vocal cords - before singing songs. Many singers feel they do not have to warm up at all. This can lead to vocal strain. Be wise. Warm up. 4. Singing the wrong songs Many singers choose songs because that are popular rather than songs that: 1. suit their voice 2. suit their personality Listen to a lot of other singers - young and older; your style and others. Make notes on songs that really grab your attention. Create a book to keep track of songs that you might want to sing one day. Don't just sing the latest fad songs. Add Us To Your Address Book To help ensure that you receive all email messages consistently in your inbox with images displayed, please add this address to your address book or contacts list: [barbara@barbaralewis.com] ______________________________ Goodbye to a stunning voice and powerful human being...Whitney Houston. A VOCAL TIP from a late great singer who talks about the importance of your NOSE in singing, and other amusing things... As always, I wish you great Singing! Barbara Lewis Visit a Gift Store for Singers of All Ages! Unsubscribe MeSun, 12 Feb 2012 09:22:47 -0500