Master Teacher Stephanie Borm Answers Your Questions

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Stephanie Borm Answers Your Questions

Every year, the Institute for Vocal Advancement (IVA) holds a conference for its certified singing teachers. In 2016, I had the opportunity to sit down with Master Teacher Stephanie Borm to answer some of the most common questions I get in my voice studio. Talking with Stephanie is like a personal master class and I’m so grateful I was able to ask her these common questions.

Question 1: How do I know if I’m stressing or injuring my voice?

Stephanie reminds us that singing comes from the voice and the voice is produced within the body. Any time you work a part of your body excessively, such as a muscle, you’ll notice that you’re straining your body.

Normally it’s a physical sensation. Strain, pain and discomfort are all signs. After singing, you may notice some hoarseness or phlegm.

Certain things to definitely stay away from are screaming, yelling or extreme shouting.

Question 2: What things do you do every day to expand your voice?

Stephanie says that the exercises you receive from your lessons with Octave Higher East are the best way to expand your voice. By singing along with your complimentary recording of the lesson, you are actively strengthening and gaining flexibility with your voice.

Practicing as frequently as possible is the best way to get the vocal technique stable.

As much as vocal technique is important, Stephanie also recommends spending time outside of just exercises. Learning to apply what you’ve learned from your vocal technique to the songs you love to sing is where the technique really matters.

Question 3: How can I maintain my voice and become a better musician?

Stephanie Borm recommends:

Staying hydrated with lots of water

Knowing how much sleep you need and getting that amount of sleep

Keeping physically active

Training vocal harmonies

Listen to lots of new music