Category: Blog
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The Most Important Sound Gear at Live Gigs for Singers
Kevin Alexander shares what the most important live sound equipment is to have when performing. KEVIN ALEXANDER Sound Engineer | Technologist | Co-founder of Singdaptive This week’s Tips from the Team are all about vocal effects! Today, we hear from sound engineer, technologist and Singdaptive co-founder, Kevin Alexander on some vocal effect terminology and turn-offs.…
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Expensive Recording Gear for Singers – Myths and Facts
Kevin Alexander illuminates the truth about expensive recording gear. KEVIN ALEXANDER Sound Engineer | Technologist | Co-founder of Singdaptive This week’s Tips from the Team are all about vocal recording gear! We asked sound engineer, technologist and Singdaptive co-founder, Kevin Alexander, to compile some advice on choosing gear to record your vocals. Access to Expensive…
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Three Things Singers Can Learn From James Taylor
There’s a lot to learn from hits like Sweet Baby James His voice has been described as a warm fireplace, a pair of your favorite slippers and an amaretto bubble bath -says Jaime Babbitt He could have easily been a tragic figure, but James Taylor found his voice and his place in the world -says Jaime…
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Three Things Singers Can Learn From Joni Mitchell
Iconic songs from an iconic voice There’s something to be said for unequivocally being yourself at any given point in your life: physically, emotionally and vocally -says Jaime Babbitt Former Disney coach Jaime Babbitt shares essential insights on vocal technique: Before the New York City budget cuts, my public high school had the best music…
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Tips On Singing In Your Vocal Range
Kathy Alexander and Jermaine Jones share their thoughts on singing within your vocal range. KATHY ALEXANDER Music Teacher | Vocal Coach | Co-founder of Singdaptive JERMAINE JONES Singer-songwriter | Producer We asked Singdaptive instructors what advice they have on singing within your own vocal range. Today, we hear from singer, author, vocal coach, choir director,…
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What Level Should You Record Your Vocals?
Sound Engineer Kevin Alexander shares tips on getting the right level when recording vocals. KEVIN ALEXANDER Sound Engineer | Technologist | Co-founder of Singdaptive This week’s Tips from the Team are all about recording your vocals! Today, we hear from sound engineer, technologist and Singdaptive co-founder, Kevin Alexander, on what level is ideal to record…
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Tops Tips on Using Vocal Effects for Singers
Kevin Alexander shares his tips on terminology and turn-offs for vocal effects. KEVIN ALEXANDER Sound Engineer | Technologist | Co-founder of Singdaptive This week’s Tips from the Team are all about vocal effects! Today, we hear from sound engineer, technologist and Singdaptive co-founder, Kevin Alexander on some vocal effect terminology and turn-offs. Vocal Effect Turn-Offs…
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Digital Tips on Choosing and Using Vocal Harmony Processors
Kevin Alexander shares tips on vocal harmomny processors for perfomring vocalists. KEVIN ALEXANDER Sound Engineer | Technologist | Co-founder of Singdaptive This week’s Tips from the Team are all about vocal harmony processors! Today, we hear from sound engineer, technologist and Singdaptive co-founder, Kevin Alexander, on things to keep in mind when using a digital…
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Illness and Voice Lose – Dos and Don’ts for Singers
Advice on singing when sick to get healthy. If you draw from the swelling bank, you are going to have to put back into it – says Tom Burke. Laryngitis is one of the worst experiences a singer can face, but jumping back into vigorous singing activities too soon could prolong the hoarseness and loss of…
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What is Tracking Vocals All About?
If you’re new to recording you may not know the advantages of tracking It’s always great to know the recording jargon and where it comes from. So what is tracking? The term “tracking” is tossed around a lot when talking about recordings. To make it really simple, “tracking” is basically another word for recording. The…