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‎11-08-2015 11:01

‎11-08-2015 11:01

I really don't know the answer to this or how to fix it. I've been a singer my whole life, and recently I noticed I am flat on notes that I typically hit out of the park. I took chorus all through high school, before I started losing weight (it's been about 6 years since I started losing weight and 10 years since I graduated high school). The good news is I've lost about 80lbs over the 6 years. Can all this dramatic weight loss affect my singing voice? If so, what can I do about it? I'm not in a financial position to take classes to help my singing voice catch up to my new body, nor am I in a position to join any singing groups that charge a fee. I'm ecstatic about the weight loss, I worked hard for it, but, when I go to auditions, I don't want to decrease my chances of getting in because my singing voice hasn't adjusted to my new body. Any tips? Thanks in advance for all your help!

Kristen | USA Cruising through the Lifestyle Forums

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‎11-08-2015 15:04

‎11-08-2015 15:04

A quick Google search and I found this:

http://www.ohniww.org/effects-of-weight-gain-loss-voice-singing/

 

The article suggests it's possible.  You mentioned you can't afford to vocal lessons to retrain your voice.  What about just one lesson where the vocal coach could make you a tape of vocal exercises?  I have a few friends who are singer/songwriters and they each have a tape (or CD) of vocal exercises they do daily for about fifteen to twenty minutes.

 

Hope the article helps!!!

 

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‎11-08-2015 16:20 - edited ‎11-08-2015 16:29

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‎11-08-2015 16:20 - edited ‎11-08-2015 16:29

Thanks for the article, that helps comfirm my suspicions.  I wish I could afford even the one lesson, but I can't afford any lessons of any type right now (I'm also saving up for dance lessons once I get a steadier job).  Is there something I could do at home maybe to help retrain my voice?  Warm ups would obviously help (I sing very often, about an hour or more a day to keep my voice strong), but I really need someone or something to be that little voice in my head telling me if I'm sharp or flat!

Kristen | USA Cruising through the Lifestyle Forums

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‎11-10-2015 10:25

‎11-10-2015 10:25

Like you have have heard that weight loss or gan can affect your voice.  That makes sense.  My voice is improved by beer.  The more I drink the better I get, especially at Karaoke with friends. 

 

Kidding aside it seems that your overall health is a bigger target goal as it will let you sing LONGER.  There are a number of great singers who have had health issues that in retrospect may have been fitness related.  Good for you in taking care of yourself so we can all enjoy your presence for many ecades to come.

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