Thanks for watching! What Q's do you have about your break/transition? Any specific things you're struggling with?
@LB-gl8gy
4 жыл бұрын
Right now focusing on small bubble/bump in my register when I slide from chest voice into head voice (and vice versa). It goes away after my first slide, but it’s there when I begin nonetheless. :)
4 жыл бұрын
This was great, thank you! Would you advise this exercise for men like myself with a break between my chest and head voice? Or are there other exercises that would compliment the ones in this video as well?
@SingingStraw
4 жыл бұрын
@ Yes for sure. The break between your chest & head voice is exactly what I'm addressing here. With men, its often more pronounced, so be patient as it does take time. Stick with this routine daily and you should see progress and improvement!
4 жыл бұрын
Singing Straw love it, thank you!
@beccawonka
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Whitney! The "crack" in my voice happens very low in my register, for the last few bottom notes that are hard to maintain in my head/mixed voice and for which I sometimes switch to chest voice (in French we say "throat voice") in order to maintain the same volume. My early classical training means I can't sing in chest voice, it sounds horrible and is painful and tiring for my vocal folds. Any advice on smoothing out the very bottom of my range so I can maintain the mixed/head voice throughout? Thanks a lot :-)
@Jack-Wrighter
3 жыл бұрын
So glad I found this channel! Living in a small NYC apartment, I've always struggled to keep my voice in shape due to a fear of annoying neighbors with traditional singing warm-ups. Straw singing allows me to warm up as much as I please.
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
We are so glad you found us!! Happy that you can exercise your voice in peace :)
@harrieth7003
Жыл бұрын
Wow this is magic! Started with my straws yesterday and after this my break is so smooth! Been singing 20+ years and break has always been my nemesis 😄 exciting!
@SingingStraw
Жыл бұрын
So happy this one helped you!!
@colleengirl1
21 күн бұрын
Just started, and am really excited to see the results of practicing daily!
@glenbutler9611
Жыл бұрын
Love love love these vocal workouts! Kudos to you for being straight to the point, play as you go, and making them simple to follow along 💜🎶
@ryanjburda
3 жыл бұрын
I was a full time performer before Covid hit and have found that the pandemic has left me with out of shape vocal chops. Bought the singing straw after a friend recommended it. I’m In my first week of using it and warming up with you and am on the way back to better vocal health. Thank you so much!!!!
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
I'm so excited for you!! Please keep us updated on your progress :)
@davirtuoso
3 жыл бұрын
I’ve been actively working on my mix for the last week with a combo straw phonation and vocal exercises, and I really feel it making a difference. I can feel my muscles slowly unlearning their tightening response to high notes with help from your exercises. This is one of my favourites so far, I can really feel the improvements right away!
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
SO happy to hear that! Keep up the great work 👏👏
@jestes7
3 жыл бұрын
How's it all going now? Are you cured yet or still working on it?
@davirtuoso
3 жыл бұрын
@@jestes7 it’s coming along. I’m still learning consistency but I’m having more moments of freedom when singing, and it’s easier to find that place of comfort when I’m fully warmed up. Still keeping up with it so hopefully it will keep getting better 😃
@jestes7
3 жыл бұрын
@@davirtuoso nice! keep it up! Is strain considerably less? I'm asking because my strain is super bad and wondering if this is the ticket.
@davirtuoso
3 жыл бұрын
@@jestes7 absolutely! Even those times when I accidentally strain I’m identifying it right away now, and I’m naturally less strained when it happens. I would recommend checking out another video from this account too about finding your mix - a combination of those videos have really lightened my vocal weight and helped me reach those higher notes while reducing that strain.
@TheCdv101
7 ай бұрын
This is my favourite warm up - I use it daily and my improvement has been amazing!
@SingingStraw
7 ай бұрын
So happy you enjoy it!
@MissNatalonga
Жыл бұрын
I'm training for an upcoming singing event with your straw and videos. I can feel the difference already. Thank you so much.
@SingingStraw
Жыл бұрын
Yay!! So happy to hear that! :)
@savitridharwadkar7860
7 ай бұрын
Hi.. I'm your new subscriber. Very nice exercises.I do these daily before going to bed. And it has helped me a lot. Thank you and God bless you.
@SingingStraw
7 ай бұрын
So happy to hear this! Keep up the great work :)
@gailkeim6462
2 жыл бұрын
Church started choir today and my daughter bought me your straws and i need the help so I'm going to give it and honest shot and pray for the best. Thank you.
@SingingStraw
2 жыл бұрын
That is so awesome! I hope you love it!! :)
@Honeebeemusic
2 жыл бұрын
Loving this! Had a bad cold and cough now my voice is breaking and my highs come are in and out
@SingingStraw
2 жыл бұрын
So happy you enjoyed this exercise! Hope you are feeling better.
@RitaMandal1
4 ай бұрын
Thank you thank you thank you So much Mam 🙏
@SingingStraw
4 ай бұрын
You're welcome 😊
@Zamstein
4 жыл бұрын
I think this is my favorite warmup
@Jahwula
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for these workout videos! Cant wait to add them to my daily practice :)
@SingingStraw
4 жыл бұрын
You're so welcome! Let me know how it goes!
@sarahanas
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all the videos! I’ve been practicing daily with the singing straws for about a month every single day (morning routine, warm ups & cool down) I’ve notice a HUGE difference! I’ve had the singing straws for about a year but practicing with your videos helped me SO MUCH! I’d love it if you can make a video that helps to get rid of “sliding” on a note! I tried everything and it’s a hit or miss. I’m a jazz singer so sliding is a muscle memory for me, however when I try to sing a pop song that’s when the problem happens! I’d love to practice with a specific exercise with the singing straws. Thank you
@SingingStraw
2 жыл бұрын
Hi there! Thanks for being here. SO glad to know that the Singing / Straw is helping you. I will definitely make a note about sliding. Keep up the great work!!
@Lynnesings
Жыл бұрын
really love this Whitney, there is a difference using your straws as opposed to my dollar store bought plastic ones ha. Infact we have gone paper straws, gets bit messy ha! I like the fact that you have all these videos up to demonstrate how the straw works. Ive been singing for 38 years and continue to grow and learn, this is another tool to add to my tool kit. Thanks so much!
@SingingStraw
Жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!! Glad you are loving the Singing / Straw :) Keep up the great work!
@gammaray4000
Жыл бұрын
Excited see what this does for my voice! Trying to improve my vocal range and not straining when singing high. Thanks so much!
@SingingStraw
Жыл бұрын
You got this!
@HeyMichaelGarcia
4 жыл бұрын
This was a wonderful exercise! It was gymnastics for the voice. Thank you!
@SingingStraw
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike! I love the fitness analogies :) That's how I see it as well!
@liv92299
4 жыл бұрын
Super video . Just ordered my straws 🎶🎶
@SingingStraw
4 жыл бұрын
Yes! That is awesome Olivia!
@LB-gl8gy
4 жыл бұрын
Great exercise!
@SingingStraw
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome Linda, I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
@nelen100
Жыл бұрын
love it subscribed thank you from maya
@jerryjerabek5650
Жыл бұрын
This is a great workout! I’ve been using it for about 2 weeks, and seeing some progress. Still using three straws!❤
@SingingStraw
Жыл бұрын
So happy to hear that!! Keep up the great work!
@midopinillos
4 жыл бұрын
Wow I'm so tired after this. Great exercise
@SingingStraw
4 жыл бұрын
Haha, yay! I just put up a Part 2 - check it out! kzitem.info/news/bejne/tWp612t4poZ8m4I&t
@TheForgottenPortrait
3 жыл бұрын
ive been using your videos almost every single day since october! ive gained so much confidence in myself and seen so much improvement. I ordered the singing straw pro recently and I can't wait to challenge myself with that 2 mm straw!!
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
WOW! That's amazing! Keep up the great work! Let us know how you like the PRO :)
@mymovies75
2 жыл бұрын
My goodness, you are so so so good!. I will be practicing with you everyday.
@SingingStraw
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Please do! Happy to have you here :)
@leatieri8461
3 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love your channel. I just ordered some straws. Cannot wait for them to arrive. I ordered them last night and they are already shipped and on their way. Woo Hoo!
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! So excited for you to dive and get started once they arrive :)
@shaunharris697
2 жыл бұрын
Even though I don't use your exercises on a daily basis, I use my singing straws along with my favorite Zumba songs and house music tracks. I notice a lot a growth in my voice.
@SingingStraw
2 жыл бұрын
Love that!
@kenjc22
3 жыл бұрын
Just received my straws today! Can't wait to use them as part of my daily warm ups! Even without the straws, these exercises were great with just lip rolls!
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
That is wonderful! So excited for you :)
@CDN_EH
Жыл бұрын
I'll be doing this one every day! I'll alternate between the straw and "eee" and "ooo"
@gamestop2914
4 жыл бұрын
i improves myself so much, thank you a lot !
@SingingStraw
4 жыл бұрын
Happy to hear that!
@dedriccarroll2
2 жыл бұрын
Love the workouts!!
@SingingStraw
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
@akuaval
3 жыл бұрын
Good workout…thank you for all the help
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
Of course!
@ilariasavini3598
4 жыл бұрын
Very helpful video, thank you so much!
@SingingStraw
4 жыл бұрын
So glad it was helpful!
@ARTofKeonXavier
Жыл бұрын
I love this
@wymanward63
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the singing straw!!! I'm a deep voiced guy and the excerises with the singing straw really helps me the upper range of my voice! I took the recommendation from Eric Arceneaux. I just got the signing straw about 2 weeks ago. I try to use it every day. When I do I don't break as much.
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
I am SO happy to hear that!! Keep up the great work and let us know if you have any questions along the way :)
@wymanward63
3 жыл бұрын
@@SingingStraw The thicker 2 I'm working with but the 2mm is a monster. I'll get to it eventually.
@biancafischer4398
3 жыл бұрын
Yes! Omg I love you!
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
The feeling is mutual!
@GinaMarieTVUK
4 жыл бұрын
so so helpful
@SingingStraw
4 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it! Let me know how your voice progresses!
@midopinillos
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the amazing content. I’ve been practicing with the straw and your videos and can really feel the difference.
@SingingStraw
4 жыл бұрын
YAY! I love to hear that!!!
@victoriasmith5356
4 жыл бұрын
This is really helpful! Thank you for this!! :)
@SingingStraw
4 жыл бұрын
Yay, thanks for the comment Victoria! Glad they are helping :)
@matthewcalhoun
3 жыл бұрын
This is great and I love the straw! Thank you so much!
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
So glad to hear! You’re so welcome!
@hugobonin268
3 жыл бұрын
Amazing work out Thank you so much it really help
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
You're so welcome!
@goodfilms11
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, I have my straws - profound.
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
YAY :) You're welcome
@maicontiago1187
3 жыл бұрын
this is amazing
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
Yay, so glad you're enjoying it!
@johnscott971
2 жыл бұрын
Is this how Brian Wilson sings high?
@rosiealleymaya
4 жыл бұрын
Great exercise. I find my throat and neck muscles tightening during the different slides. How can I avoid that, keep it all loose?
@SingingStraw
4 жыл бұрын
Good question! Try adjusting your posture (stand if you're sitting, make sure your spine is straight), and pay attention to your breath (you want it to be steady and consistent). Then try slowly moving your head around as you sing, shaking your head like you're saying "no". Hopefully that will help to relax those muscles - if not, try doubling or tripling the straws! Let me know how it goes!
@rosiealleymaya
4 жыл бұрын
@@SingingStraw That helps. Thank you.
@roryhochstein9251
4 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed the exercises! How do you typically tell what register you’re singing in (i.e. chest voice or head voice or mix?)
@SingingStraw
4 жыл бұрын
Short answer, it's somewhat subjective. These register names mean different things to different singers and vocal coaches. What matters is, are you getting the sound you're wanting, and do you have healthy, easy access through your range? Treat your entire range like one voice (because it is!) and if you feel breaks or transition points, use the Singing / Straw to help balance and smooth them out. Hope that helps!
@mattpreston6930
Жыл бұрын
Lovely straight forward video. Thank you 😊 Obviously I'm hoping to improve my voice with these techniques, though when attempting the fifth & octave exercise from the very beginning my voice cracks on the octave. Like ridiculously, embarrassingly so. Should I be alarmed? Or is this typical for a novice?
@SingingStraw
Жыл бұрын
Sometimes it just takes time! Every voice is different and unique. Keep practicing and see if you notice improvement. We also have a few other videos on vocal crack that could help!
@tiffidol
3 жыл бұрын
I love this exercise. I ordered my singing straws and they came today. I started viewing your videos on how to use the straws. I have a question can the singing straws help me with breathing from my diaphragm?
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
Sure can! I talk more about that here: kzitem.info/news/bejne/womOtYibf3hmp6A
@ellswerbarham7436
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent technique. Thank you. I am hooked and anxious to improve my cracks. This already is helping. Currently, I am in a female guitar group and take the lead on a couple of songs.
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
Yay! I love to hear progress, keep up the great work!
@vinylrevivalpensacolalenno7463
3 жыл бұрын
Should you do these exercises every day? Thanks
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
You certainly can! Have you checked out the Singing/Straw challenge videos? Just remember to be kind to your voice :)
@kamelyshotero5198
3 жыл бұрын
Ever since I started using the singing straw my voice is not the same. My voice has grown so much. My question is , Is the singing straw warm-up enough? Should we also add vocal exercises to our daily warm-up routine?
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
So happy to hear that you are noticing a difference with the straw!! :) The straw is a great tool and will definitely help you continue to grow in your voice, but it's jus one piece of the puzzle! Adding in other exercises, staying hydrated, and even taking vocal rest when you need it all play a huge part in developing your voice long term!
@kamelyshotero5198
3 жыл бұрын
@@SingingStraw Thank you for your response!
@llewellyndaniels4092
3 жыл бұрын
This is so very helpful,I'm so glad I found this thank you 🙂. Question should I still be doing the normal vowel vocal lessons without the straw or can I just do the straw exercises? Or is it better to do both ?
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
You're so welcome! Yes, you can totally still do normal exercises in addition to straw work. Singers choice, whatever feels best for your voice!
@llewellyndaniels4092
3 жыл бұрын
@@SingingStraw Alright, thank you very kindly. Much appreciated😊
@yuliasynya3998
3 жыл бұрын
While doing these exercises, my break happens much lower in my range than when I sing. Usually it's F-G above middle C, with the straw it's right in the middle C. Why is the difference so big?
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
Yep, you will feel acoustic shifts differently in your range with the straw - don't worry about it! It's just because we are adding a resonator and effectively lengthening the vocal tract when we use the straw. You're not doing anything wrong, and that break will smooth out in time!
@instrumentalsax
3 ай бұрын
Workout after Day 6
@EatTheMachineSF
3 жыл бұрын
Hi! I'm new here. This is awesome. I'm going to continue working with my singing straw. Question: Should I feel a slight bit of air on my fingers if I'm holding it from time to time, or should there be no air escaping, and only air coming out of the end of the straw?
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
Only the end ideally!
@julieandersen6477
2 жыл бұрын
My voice will actually cut out around my break while using the straws (I use all 3 together). Does mean that I have damage to my voice or just haven't done enough work on it yet. Thank you!
@SingingStraw
2 жыл бұрын
Hard to know without hearing you sing, but it's normal for breaks to happen when starting out with the straw! Keep up the practice and see if you can move to 2 straws at once. It should get smoother in time! If you're worried there's damage, I always recommend seeing a Laryngologist as they can diagnose any medical issues.
@nbadger160
2 жыл бұрын
Julie, Have your voice scoped by a Otolaryngologist that knows the singing voice. Very few doctors understand the singing voice, in my experience and in my opinion. Possibly you need a voice teacher to coordinate your muscles, skill and technique to access your head voice register. But without HEARING and seeing what's going on there is no way to know what is happening for you. An Otolaryngologist is one place to start.
@bdggress6259
Жыл бұрын
I get a lot of spit coming out of straw when I do this why? Cheers
@SingingStraw
Жыл бұрын
That is totally normally! Happens to me all the time. Just wipe it off and keep going!
@bcain5823
4 жыл бұрын
Just did my first run and had several 'crack' areas. You mentioned doing this several times a week. Would it hurt to do it several times a day?
@SingingStraw
4 жыл бұрын
Not at all! Frequent short, focused workouts are the best way to see quick improvement. Just be mindful of enough rest, hydration and make sure to tune into you body!
@Zamstein
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Whitney I have PMS voice syndrome quite severely (sorry for tmi) and when I’m having swelling I notice my voice has to be a lot more quiet to connect. Am I still getting the benefit? (I feel like I am) I also notice I can get more cord closure if I go off the straw into a Vee with my lips, does that mean I would benefit more from the new product you’re offering the professional straw with 2 mm? (I believe you said 2 mm). I wanted to get the smaller straw anyway, just wondering if it would be helpful for me in dealing with PMS voice syndrome issues.
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
Generally when I’m swollen I go bigger, so two 3mm straws or the PRO 4mm would be great for that! The 2mm is great for intense workouts when you’re in good shape (not a lot of swelling).
@randieshanesings
2 жыл бұрын
What does it mean if there sizable gaps in your sirens as you do the 5ths and octave exercise? Not just a shift or wobbly-ness at the break, but extreme wobbly-ness and even notes missing entirely? What should I focus on to work through that in a healthy way?
@SingingStraw
2 жыл бұрын
That happens, it takes time! If its happening both on the straw and on regular vowels (without the straw) it wouldn't hurt to see an SLP to have your vocal folds checked out. If it's just the straw, but not in your regular voice, then keep at it - it just takes time to find the balance in the straw!
@valkyriev8215
3 жыл бұрын
can singing straw be a substitute for a normal vocal exercises
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't say complete substitute, but you can do SO much work with the straw, so when you can't sing full voice it's a GREAT way to work out your voice!
@jackmagradey5300
2 жыл бұрын
My voice flips from chest to head. What do you mean by digging in?
@SingingStraw
2 жыл бұрын
Rooting your feet in the floor, and connecting to the power of your speaking voice as much as possible!
@zachaustingreen
4 жыл бұрын
What are the dimensions of the Singing Straw? (like what is the length and diameter)
@SingingStraw
4 жыл бұрын
Our Singing / Straws are 3mm (.1 inches) diameter and just about 5 inches long.
@emelycan1674
3 жыл бұрын
i’m confused on if these should be done in chest voice, head voice or both depending on how high it goes?
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
Ahhhh, I encourage you to let go of those register names and see what feels easiest in your voice. Ultimately the goal is to smooth out throughout your range, so things don't feel so "separate" - so let your voice go where it wants to. The S/S will help!
@avabella6827
2 жыл бұрын
What size straw are you using? :)
@SingingStraw
2 жыл бұрын
3mm :)
@wandajames143
3 жыл бұрын
I’m a lyric tenor, where do I start with you in this?
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
It's hard to know exactly without me hearing your voice, but I suggest starting an octave below me, and if that's too low - wait a few exercises, then join in with me (again an octave down). You know your voice best though, so go with what feels good as a starting and ending note!
@JH-xu4du
2 жыл бұрын
What does it mean to feel a tickle in the back of your throat when going about the exercises?
@SingingStraw
2 жыл бұрын
That may be an indication of strain/inflammation, so in those cases, I would back off on the volume and try to find power and intensity in the vowel shape as opposed to at the vocal fold level. Straw will help train that balance, and it takes time. Good luck!
@JH-xu4du
2 жыл бұрын
@@SingingStraw Got it, thanks!
@ZaidKhan4481
2 жыл бұрын
i just can't keep it consistent, voice won't come out at the place where i transition/break, i'd feel chunky gulk, what's wrong with me? please help, my voice cracks a lot ever since puberty but im 23 now and i also GERD
@ZaidKhan4481
2 жыл бұрын
im either breaking or voice wont out
@ZaidKhan4481
2 жыл бұрын
its smoothening out in second time doing the whole video
@SingingStraw
2 жыл бұрын
Keep practicing!! You got this! Sometimes, it can take time to get used to it but you will get there. Keep us posted on how things go!
@Zamstein
4 жыл бұрын
Ps. I am currently using two straws. One straw still doesn’t feel comfortable for me. I used to use a big straw in a cup 1/3 of water so I’m not used to that much resistance I guess.
@nbadger160
2 жыл бұрын
A big straw in water produces no back pressure. That's why you are not used to the resistance.
@robbiecleighmarks3088
3 жыл бұрын
If it feels like an ab workout am I doing it right?
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
I don't actually suggest focusing too much on the ab muscles as they can restrict airflow and increase tension sometimes. Instead try some of the tips in our breathing video! kzitem.info/news/bejne/womOtYibf3hmp6A
@bethlouisa775
3 жыл бұрын
Where do you get the singing straw from x
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
You can order them off our website! www.singingstraw.com
@bethlouisa775
3 жыл бұрын
@@SingingStraw thank you
@ghxstwav3847
3 жыл бұрын
can i use a regular straw?
@SingingStraw
3 жыл бұрын
Size matters! A regular straw is too large in diameter so it doesn't provide the same back pressure as the Singing / Straw :)
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