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Raise Your Voice
Your voice should not give out before the song does.
Whether you are fighting for higher notes, running out of breath, struggling with vocal fatigue, or feeling trapped by tension, Raise Your Voice gives you a complete system for developing a stronger, healthier, and more dependable singing voice.
Written by world-renowned vocal coach and glass-shattering MythBusters performer Jaime Vendera, this comprehensive 400-page training manual takes you beyond random warmups and scattered singing tips. You will learn how the voice works, how to train it progressively, and how to apply that training in rehearsals, recording sessions, and live performances.
Inside Raise Your Voice, you will discover how
- Extend your usable vocal range
- Build greater vocal strength, power, and stamina
- Improve breath control, tone, and consistency
- Release unnecessary tension through the Vocal Stress Release program
- Develop the voice using Jaime's Isolation Method
- Protect your vocal health and recover more effectively
- Approach advanced techniques such as grit, screaming, and whistle register
- Overcome stage fright and perform with greater confidence
- Prepare your voice for the studio, stage, and demanding touring schedules
Raise Your Voice includes more than 150 pictures and illustrations, over 200 useful training tips, and contributions from more than 20 respected singers, vocal coaches, and voice professionals.
Your purchase also includes access to 72 audio examples and more than 10 hours of supplemental audio and video instruction through the password-protected online member section. Access information is provided inside the book.
This is not a collection of quick fixes. It is an extensive training system for serious singers who want to understand their instrument, strengthen it, and develop a voice they can depend on.
Whether you are fighting for higher notes, running out of breath, struggling with vocal fatigue, or feeling trapped by tension, Raise Your Voice gives you a complete system for developing a stronger, healthier, and more dependable singing voice.
Written by world-renowned vocal coach and glass-shattering MythBusters performer Jaime Vendera, this comprehensive 400-page training manual takes you beyond random warmups and scattered singing tips. You will learn how the voice works, how to train it progressively, and how to apply that training in rehearsals, recording sessions, and live performances.
Inside Raise Your Voice, you will discover how
- Extend your usable vocal range
- Build greater vocal strength, power, and stamina
- Improve breath control, tone, and consistency
- Release unnecessary tension through the Vocal Stress Release program
- Develop the voice using Jaime's Isolation Method
- Protect your vocal health and recover more effectively
- Approach advanced techniques such as grit, screaming, and whistle register
- Overcome stage fright and perform with greater confidence
- Prepare your voice for the studio, stage, and demanding touring schedules
Raise Your Voice includes more than 150 pictures and illustrations, over 200 useful training tips, and contributions from more than 20 respected singers, vocal coaches, and voice professionals.
Your purchase also includes access to 72 audio examples and more than 10 hours of supplemental audio and video instruction through the password-protected online member section. Access information is provided inside the book.
This is not a collection of quick fixes. It is an extensive training system for serious singers who want to understand their instrument, strengthen it, and develop a voice they can depend on.
- GenresMusicNonfiction
400 pages, Paperback
First published September 5, 2000
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November 4, 2014
This is an incredibly insightful book for anyone learning to sing whether a beginner or advanced. I finally decided that last year (2013) I wanted to learn to sing at the age of 22. I started having lessons with a singing teacher who recommended Jaime Vendera's books. It doesn't matter what genre of music you sing because this book WILL help you.
It's a book you keep coming back to as it provides excellent exercises and insight into the right techniques to use. I've found it very helpful and already I've gained 4 notes in the upper register following the exercises in this book going up to a soprano D in my screaming range which as a bass-baritone I'm pretty chuffed with. It's also helped me to sing better in my lower range too.
I would recommend this book as a must to anyone either wanting to learn to sing or an experienced singer who wants to get better!
It's a book you keep coming back to as it provides excellent exercises and insight into the right techniques to use. I've found it very helpful and already I've gained 4 notes in the upper register following the exercises in this book going up to a soprano D in my screaming range which as a bass-baritone I'm pretty chuffed with. It's also helped me to sing better in my lower range too.
I would recommend this book as a must to anyone either wanting to learn to sing or an experienced singer who wants to get better!
December 6, 2020
I think this book is very helpful, especially for beginners. There is a ton of solid, good information here. It is very important that the reader be careful though as there are a number of things in this book that I would not personally recommend (such as pouring hydrogen peroxide into your ear).
Additionally, many of the recommendations in this book are either anecdotal, or read like an advertisement. Some claims often lack scientific evidence, while others suggest a certain product that can help. Often, these products are tied in with products or supplements that the author is a part of. For example, one product recommended has accompanying audio tracks provided by the author. I understand that he is recommending products that he supports and endorses, but it often feels like products were included as ads rather than genuine use.
As I mentioned, much of this book is relayed through personal accounts and is very conversational. There often seemed to be a lack of evidence for many claims excluding the authors personal account. I'm not saying that all of the information was wrong. Much of it was accurate but the only evidence shown were through personal experience. There was an overall lack of scientific evidence and studies in the book.
I would recommend this to any singer looking to learn more and improve their voice, however be wary and take the advice here with some caution. Do your own research as well.
Additionally, many of the recommendations in this book are either anecdotal, or read like an advertisement. Some claims often lack scientific evidence, while others suggest a certain product that can help. Often, these products are tied in with products or supplements that the author is a part of. For example, one product recommended has accompanying audio tracks provided by the author. I understand that he is recommending products that he supports and endorses, but it often feels like products were included as ads rather than genuine use.
As I mentioned, much of this book is relayed through personal accounts and is very conversational. There often seemed to be a lack of evidence for many claims excluding the authors personal account. I'm not saying that all of the information was wrong. Much of it was accurate but the only evidence shown were through personal experience. There was an overall lack of scientific evidence and studies in the book.
I would recommend this to any singer looking to learn more and improve their voice, however be wary and take the advice here with some caution. Do your own research as well.
April 1, 2020
A lot of excellent advice in this book. It's actually scary how much good advice is in this book.
The writing is personal and funny.
Lost a couple points for upselling products. They're good products and they really work, it's just not something I'm used to seeing in a book. It's a personal hangup.
The writing is personal and funny.
Lost a couple points for upselling products. They're good products and they really work, it's just not something I'm used to seeing in a book. It's a personal hangup.
October 11, 2022
Really good for singers I've learnt everything I need to know and it's packed with information. I always go back to the book if I need remind myself on something.
March 14, 2016
This book is a very mixed bag. To start with the negative, about a third of the text is made up of product placements for other vocal courses as well as mostly pointless gadgets and supplements. When I pay €30 for a book, I expect it to be free of advertisements. My second big complaint is that some of the explanations of vocal anatomy and acoustics are just plain wrong. The claim that the vocal folds "zip together" on high notes has been debunked for a long time, as has the belief that vibrations felt in the torso actually contribute to the vocal sound. And thirdly, I find Jaime Vendera's conversational tone, motivational babble, and awkward attempts at humour quite annoying.
On the upside, however, his vocal exercise suggestions are actually quite sensible. Slowly sliding back and forth between different pitches and timbres really is a very effective way of training coordination, and a much better starting point for practicing vocal technique than traditional scale exercises. So, basically, I recommend reading the chapter "Strengthening the Voice" and ignoring almost everything else.
On the upside, however, his vocal exercise suggestions are actually quite sensible. Slowly sliding back and forth between different pitches and timbres really is a very effective way of training coordination, and a much better starting point for practicing vocal technique than traditional scale exercises. So, basically, I recommend reading the chapter "Strengthening the Voice" and ignoring almost everything else.
January 30, 2011
Of all the books that I've read about singing, this book is the most comprehensive resource about being and becoming a vocalist.
You can always get something new from those 400+ pages, compiled from the many years of Jaime Vendera's glass shattering vocal journey. I believe that this symbolizes the never ending journey of being a singer - there are so many great coaches, singers and programs.
I will always be coming back to this book as I am now - for guidance, exercises, or upgrading my lifestyle as a vocalist, jumpstarting my dedication to another level and I can't wait to see new stuff in Jaime's store or to be privileged enough to be trained by him.
You can always get something new from those 400+ pages, compiled from the many years of Jaime Vendera's glass shattering vocal journey. I believe that this symbolizes the never ending journey of being a singer - there are so many great coaches, singers and programs.
I will always be coming back to this book as I am now - for guidance, exercises, or upgrading my lifestyle as a vocalist, jumpstarting my dedication to another level and I can't wait to see new stuff in Jaime's store or to be privileged enough to be trained by him.
October 23, 2007
i'm in the process of learning to sing, and this book has helped. i like how he's fairly explicit about how to sing - too many voice teachers give maddening advice like "just let go" and "breathe through your back" which to me, feels like someone explaining the sensation of how it already feels to sing well, as opposed to explaining how to change one's technique to get there. it's about the price of a single professional singing lesson, so it's worth it. i actually think it could be more useful to others than me (i'm the exact opposite of a natural singer).
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