Val Bastien
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...
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Val Bastien
Oct 23, 20223 min
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 16, 20225 min
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 8, 20224 min
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
Sep 18, 20223 min
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 10, 20224 min
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 3, 20226 min
What Do Back-To-School, Learning How To Sing And Writing Have In Common?
As summer fades and school begins, many families have been preparing for the Back-To-School season. Some of you who start school in...
Val Bastien
Aug 13, 20225 min
6 Ways To Vitaminize Your Water
It's summer and it's hot! Many of you wonderful singers are performing outdoors, sometimes under the blaring sun and in the crushing heat...
Val Bastien
Jul 16, 20224 min
Got Rhythm? Tips To Sing At Your Best!
During singing lessons, singers are often most concerned about the quality of their voice and seek to improve their vocal technique. Of...
Val Bastien
Jul 3, 20221 min
How To Sing Harmonies
Are you interested in learning how to sing harmonies? Would you like to find out what is the easiest way to come up with cool harmonies?...
Val Bastien
Jun 26, 20222 min
Let's Go Sing; All About Your Journey!
The summer solstice officially started this week on June 21st. At every change of season, I feel a renewed sense of inspiration to meet...
Val Bastien
Jun 18, 20221 min
How To Sing From The Diaphragm
"Sing from the diaphragm" they say! What exactly does that mean? Aren't we always using the diaphragm to breath and sing? Is using the...
Val Bastien
Jun 18, 20221 min
How To Sing On Pitch
There are a few reasons why singers sing out of tune. First, identify what causes you to go off pitch. Next, apply winning strategies to...
Val Bastien
Jun 18, 20221 min
How To Sing A High Note
This is what most singers seek my help with: learning how to sing a high note with ease. Many look for vocal exercises to add a few notes...
Val Bastien
Apr 25, 20223 min
What Does Your Voice Really Sound Like?
Here's something I hear all the time from my clients: “Is THAT what I really sound like?” “It doesn't sound like me!” “I hate hearing...
Val Bastien
Apr 14, 20224 min
Are Singers Narcissists; Are You A Singing Diva?
People can be quick to interpret your pride and singing passion for narcissism. Have you ever been called a "diva"? Do people make you...
Val Bastien
Apr 3, 20224 min
How To Sing On Pitch
It is normal for any singer to occasionally sing out of pitch. This is a problem that is quickly noticed by even the most uneducated...
Val Bastien
Mar 19, 20223 min
All About That Bass; How To Sing A low Note
When extending range, most singers rave about singing higher and dedicate a lot of time working on developing their head voice....
Val Bastien
Feb 28, 20224 min
One More For Black History Month
February is Black History Month. It is always highlighted at the beginning of the month in social media and on the news and then the...
Val Bastien
Feb 21, 20224 min
Singing: A Family Affair!
Happy Family Day to my fellow Ontarians! I know that several countries have a dedicated national holiday to celebrate families but we...
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