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When To Stop Singing?
Are you passionate about singing? How often does passion win over reason? Does the internal debate of whether you “should or shouldn't”...

Val Bastien
Oct 24, 20204 min read


Happy Thanksgiving Singing!
It's Thanksgiving here in Canada so I wanted to take a moment to thank each and every one of you for making the world a better place with...

Val Bastien
Oct 12, 20202 min read


Learning To Sing Is Like Making Cookies
Something you might not know about me is that I love baking! Because of my complicated gluten-free-low-sugar diet, I spend a lot of time...

Val Bastien
Oct 6, 20204 min read


3 Tips On How To Sing Harmonies
Adding harmonies to a melody is a stunning way to add character to a song. Most pop and rock songs have harmonies in the chorus question...

Val Bastien
Oct 6, 20204 min read


Back To School And Vocal Health
As a singer and vocal coach, catching the common cold and flu is always a major concern. Singing is my living and so vocal health is of...

Val Bastien
Oct 6, 20201 min read


Take Me Higher; How To Sing A High Note
I personally have the most fun when I sing high. A high note in my upper range that is. And I know that I'm not the only one who feels...

Val Bastien
Oct 6, 20203 min read


Hearing Singing Voices
Most singers are unaware of a great threat subtly infiltrating their daily lives: DECIBELS. Sound is everywhere; soft and loud. We...

Val Bastien
Oct 6, 20204 min read


How to Practice Every Day: The Smart Way to Build Vocal Strength
Why more practice isn't always better? There is a smart way to build vocal strength. I know that there are a few super dedicated singers...

Val Bastien
Oct 6, 20206 min read


Mastering Your Voice: Unlocking the Power of Your Inner Orchestra
Singing can be likened to conducting an orchestra within your own body, a powerful singing metaphor where each part plays a crucial role...

Val Bastien
Oct 6, 20206 min read


Rejuvenate Your Voice: Managing Stress and Singing
Last summer, I was at a cottage with no Internet, and when I came home, I found my connection was broken too, lol! But it gave me the...

Val Bastien
Oct 6, 20204 min read


Frequent Singing Questions And Answers
In this blog, I will post short vocal tips to help you improve your singing. These may be inspired by a lesson that day, something learned.

Val Bastien
Apr 9, 20204 min read


7 Tips To Eliminate Your Vocal Break
If you worried it would take years to eliminate your vocal break, many of my strategies should bring some relief sooner than later.

Val Bastien
Apr 4, 20204 min read


Benefits Of Online Singing Lessons
Bring the world to your door steps with online singing lessons. All you need is a computer, a webcam and steady Internet access.

Val Bastien
Mar 17, 20202 min read


Covid-19; How Singing Can Help You Get Through The Crisis
In the wake of Covid-19, singing offers a little bit of light among the fear and general hysteria.

Val Bastien
Mar 14, 20203 min read


5 African-American Singers For Black History Month
February is Black History Month. Let's take a moment to acknowledge singers who are making important contributions to our lives.

Val Bastien
Feb 9, 20204 min read


Reach Your Full Singing Potential!
Now is an auspicious time of the year to set new intentions. If singing is close to your heart, make it a priority in 2020.

Val Bastien
Jan 1, 20203 min read


My #1 Cold & Flu Annihilator
I have the perfect treatment to stop a sore throat in its track and get rid of the cold or flu viruses entirely in 72 hours or less.

Val Bastien
Dec 21, 20193 min read


3 Efficient Ways To Protect Yourself Against Flu And Cold Viruses
Getting ill with a cold or flu is terrible for singers. What can we do to increase our chances of staying healthy this winter?

Val Bastien
Nov 16, 20192 min read


Singing Tension You Didn't Know Restrict Your Voice
Vocal tension is a problem many singers have. One of the first steps in effortless singing is to identify areas of facial tension.

Val Bastien
Sep 28, 20192 min read


Monk Chanting. How Does It Help Us?
It is while visiting Asia in 2011 that I discovered the fantastic powers of vibration in the form of monk chanting.

Val Bastien
Sep 15, 20193 min read
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