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How to Maintain Vocal Health And Eliminate Fatigue During Band Rehearsal
As a singer, your voice is your most valuable asset. Proper vocal health is essential to ensure that you can deliver consistently strong...

Val Bastien
Jul 7, 20244 min read


Pitch-Perfect: Sing on Pitch and Tune in on All the Right Notes
Singing on pitch is fundamental to becoming a skilled vocalist. Whether you're a professional singer or someone who enjoys singing for...

Val Bastien
Apr 28, 20243 min read


Mastering the Art of Singing: The Path to Effortless Performance
Singing is one of the most beautiful forms of expression known to humankind. The ability to convey emotions, tell stories, and captivate...

Val Bastien
Apr 9, 20244 min read


How To Sing High Notes Unleashed
Embarking on the journey of mastering high notes in singing is both exhilarating and demanding. It's a pursuit that requires not just...

Val Bastien
Mar 2, 20243 min read


Spirit Of The Dragon: Achieving Vocal Mastery Through Singing Lessons
As the Lunar New Year unfurls its vibrant tapestry of traditions, celebrations, and auspicious symbolism, it offers us an opportune...

Val Bastien
Feb 11, 20243 min read


Milking The Truth: Is Milk Bad For Singers?
If you've been experiencing a prolonged cough, you might have attributed it to a past cold or flu, unaware that the medication you...

Val Bastien
Jan 13, 20244 min read


Embrace The Melody Of A New Beginning: The Power Of Singing Lesson Resolutions
Your melodic New Year resolution adventure begins here! As the clock stroke midnight and we bid farewell to the familiar embrace of the...

Val Bastien
Jan 2, 20242 min read


Journey of the Best Singing Lessons in Toronto
In the world of music, where the harmony of emotions and melodies create magic, being recognized as the "Best Singing & Voice Lessons in...

Val Bastien
Aug 25, 20234 min read


How Was Your First Singing Lesson?
You have been singing for years and recently felt inspired to sign up for singing lessons. You looked into whether in-person or online...

Val Bastien
Apr 15, 20233 min read


Five Tips To Choose The Best Vocal Coach
Singing is a personal and invigorating experience; it’s a pursuit of excellence and recognition. For many, especially during times of...

Val Bastien
Apr 8, 20236 min read


How To Get Rid of a Stubborn Cough
I'm hearing from so many singers that their cold, flu or worse Covid left them with a stubborn cough this season. I myself struggled with...

Val Bastien
Feb 26, 20234 min read


Vocal Warm-Up: 3 Must Haves
Whether to warm-up or not is an eternal dilemma for many singers. Over the last 20 years coaching beginners, semi-professional singers...

Val Bastien
Jan 8, 20233 min read


2023: Learn How to Sing; REALLY Sing!
We have a new and exciting year ahead and it's the perfect time to set intentions for 2023. As a singing teacher, I love to see singers...

Val Bastien
Jan 1, 20232 min read


If Santa Was Your Vocal Coach
I always imagine that if Santa could sing, he would sound like Elvis. What if Santa could not only sing but he was YOUR vocal coach?

Val Bastien
Dec 24, 20226 min read


Why Take Singing Lessons?
Learning to sing requires introspection to recognize when we need help. We can all teach ourselves to sing to a certain extent. Although...

Val Bastien
Dec 3, 20223 min read


Stage Fright
Show time is a strange journey when you have a singing performance ahead and fear is creeping in. Your pulse is racing and you're...

Val Bastien
Oct 23, 20223 min read


Gear Up for the Flu Season: Best Flu Medicine For Singers
If you are sick and tired of catching viral infections, you're not alone. Unfortunately, the common cold and flu viruses never went away...

Val Bastien
Oct 16, 20225 min read


Is Your Sore Throat Killing You? How To Avoid Vocal Damage
Do you feel like you haven't been yourself lately, vocally speaking? Does your voice feel tired after practicing, band rehearsals, or a...

Val Bastien
Oct 8, 20224 min read


Are You A Doer or Don'ter?
I see many talented singers out there who long to find their true voice and share their gift with their family and friends but who lack...

Val Bastien
Sep 18, 20223 min read


What About Posture For Singing?
Are you happy with your singing? Are you interested in immediate improvement? If so, one of the very first things you should examine when...

Val Bastien
Sep 10, 20224 min read
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