The Blog Category Is Expanding:
I’ve expanded the blog category to include “General Singing Posts” in addition to the vocal intonation posts.
Tuning Up:
Are you frustrated with online sources that claim to help you with singing in tune?
Search online and you will find that most websites focus on tuning up using distance drills. In other words, they have the vocalists practice melodic intervals. OR they have the vocalists perform solfege (Do, Re, Mi, etc.).
However, none of this will help you harmonize in tune. I can help.
Based on over 30 years research, the blogs provide the information you need to hear how properly tuned chords should sound. This happens through the use of harmonic sound models.
Specifically, harmonic sound models use specially tuned guitars, synths, and online song tracks to demonstrate how properly tuned chords should sound. Click here for the Intonation Flight Simulator.
Hearing how the harmonies should sound is half the battle. Furthermore, this half of the battle contains information very few musicians know how to teach.
That is, hardly any musicians know how to express how they sing (or play) in tune, much less know how to convey the concepts to someone else. Until now.
Harmonic sound models are important. Nevertheless, both melodic and harmonic sound models are necessary for complete ear training.
Flexible pitch instrumentalists also benefit from the special ear training.
The cornerstone category article:
The cornerstone category article is longer, more technical, and has information on the science behind vocal intonation.
Informational posts:
Posts that explore retuned guitars and keyboards to use as harmonic sound models:
For those people who are not comfortable retuning instruments, these posts have sing-along sound examples:
Vowels posts:
General Singing posts:
The previous topic lists will be updated periodically. See the post grid below for the full list and full descriptions with featured images.
– Geoffrey Keith
© 2021 Geoffrey Keith
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Do you need help singing words with sustained “R” sounds? Did you know that “R” is actually a vowel? However, it’s very closed, so you need special techniques when producing R-controlled vowels. Keep reading “How to Sing R-Controlled Vowels in English” to have a guide to how it works. Estimated reading time 3 minutes.
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“I’m confused about these stupid vocal ranges.” It’s critical for singers and composers alike to be familiar with singer classifications. I can help. Keep reading to learn more – including vocal range charts. Estimated reading time 3 minutes.
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Do you have perfect pitch or wish you did? Why do certain musicians have this astonishing talent, and others don’t? And is perfect pitch singing really a musical superpower? Keep reading “Perfect Pitch: Discover the Truth [Plus Absolute Pitch Test]” to learn the secret that nobody talks about. Estimated reading time 5 minutes.
Do you want to know the meaning of the word choir? In this post, you’ll learn how a choir works, including video and soundtrack examples of choir and chorus music. Keep reading “Choir Meaning & Examples with Videos, Pictures, & Soundtracks” to learn more. Estimated reading time 3 minutes.
Do you want to be able to sing with an a cappella group while having both great tone and tuning? An a cappella group is an ensemble that performs without instrumental accompaniment. This allows your group to lock in the harmonies, which helps achieve the distinctive vocal blend you find in this style. How do you do this? Through ear training and physical skills instruction. Keep reading “Where Do I Start if I Want to Be Able to Sing A Cappella?” to learn the essential skills you’ll need. Estimated reading time 4 minutes.