Sep 14 • Communities
Voice "coaching" vs voice "teaching"
One of the biggest differences between vocal coaching and actual voice training is understanding how to sequence the mechanics of the voice.
For example: I generally do not start singers by immediately pushing them into M2, head voice, or "falsetto".
We begin gently in M1—the coordination most closely related to everyday speaking.
Why?
Because before asking the voice to stretch, lighten, mix, belt, or perform repertoire, I want the instrument organized.
A simple starting warmup can be:
✓ Begin near your speaking pitch
✓ Use a lip trill, hum, or straw
✓ Move through an easy five-note pattern
✓ Keep the sound light but connected
✓ Expand gradually from there
This isn't about making chest voice heavy. It's about establishing a reliable foundation before increasing the technical demand.
There are a lot of talented vocal coaches who are excellent at style and performance. But training vocal function is a different skill set, and singers benefit from knowing the difference.
If you're looking for structured training:
🎤 Bach School of Voice community for singers 12+:
Free membership available, with Premium currently $9/month.
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Voice "coaching" vs voice "teaching"
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