Top 3 tips to reduce Music Performance Anxiety (MPA) quickly

Top 3 tips to reduce Music Performance Anxiety (MPA) quickly

With the possibility of live performances on the horizon as a performer it’s natural to be feeling anxious. “Can I still perform at the same level? Do I have the stamina?” are just two questions I’ve been hearing in the studio recently and it’s important to acknowledge that anxiety for singers post-lockdown is natural. However it’s vital to not let it take over or it could manifest as music performance anxiety (or MPA as it’s better known).

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How to use laryngeal height to create a unique sound
Songwriting, Artist Development, Vocal Technique Candi Underwood Songwriting, Artist Development, Vocal Technique Candi Underwood

How to use laryngeal height to create a unique sound

Becoming a truly unique artist and songwriter is something many singers strive for. But did you know that by simply moving your larynx (voice box) up and down you can unlock different sounds and acoustical qualities to sing with; offering you more tools to truly express yourself? Today we’re going to look at laryngeal height and how you can utilise this to create a unique sound with your singing voice.

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4 ways to start writing awesome lyrics
Songwriting Candi Underwood Songwriting Candi Underwood

4 ways to start writing awesome lyrics

Writing lyrics can seem like an impossible task. Like any skill you wish to master, to get better and improve you need to learn how to evaluate, be subjective and practice, so in this blog we’re going to look at 4 ways to get that creativity flowing and start writing awesome lyrics.

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Breath technique: You’ve survived this long...do you really need to work on your breathing?
Vocal Technique, Breath Management Candi Underwood Vocal Technique, Breath Management Candi Underwood

Breath technique: You’ve survived this long...do you really need to work on your breathing?

As a vocal coach one thing I hear a lot in my studio is singers wanting to work on their breathing. In this blog we’re going to look at what “bad” breathing technique actually means and some vocal exercises to address them. Because the truth is you’ve survived this long, so do you really need to work on your breathing?

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