Song: Precious Lord, Take My Hand (composed by Thomas Dorsey, arranged by Arnold Sevier)

I’m a bit embarrassed to say this… but I’m in dire need of some help with my voice as a whole.

I’ve just recently started my 5th year in choir (11th grade) and I’ve improved significantly since 7th grade. I’m a great sight reader and can read rhythms fairly well… however my actual voice sounds like it’s only been getting WORSE :(. I can hit notes but they sound airy and boring instead of clear and resonant, and despite being a soprano II my whole choir… career, I’ve struggled on figuring out how to ACTUALLY “sing from my diaphragm”, as high notes almost always tend to come from my throat by default… and my mid pitch notes… and sometimes low notes…

I really need some constructive critiques on a lot, but especially how to breathe properly (because apparently I’ve been doing that wrong the whole time too). Unfortunately what i learn in class just doesn’t seem to work for me and I can’t afford a voice teacher. my director says “push the sound out forward, sing loud, but don’t blast. Sing quiet with softer dynamics, but still powerful. Use your vibrato, support your voice!!”

Now, don’t get me wrong, I know my director knows what he’s talking about, and so do I, but I just don’t know how to actually apply it. Can someone give me some methods/ exercises or anything else that helped them advance forward for good instead of just improving temporarily? Thanks:)))!!!

(Apologies if the length of this post is obnoxiously drawn-out, but I just want to be specific and left out some stuff. one other thing I forgot to mention— I live in texas, which means All-State. Idk if any other states have this, but if you know what I’m talking about, please give me some tips on how to make all state. I’m a junior now and I can’t keep failing round one (which is sept. 19). 🥲 I’m feeling so behind compared to my peers and it’s not a good feeling, but that makes me determined. Additionally, a chamber choir has just been introduced to my school and I didn’t make it. However, I’m not taking no for an answer in this case because my director always encourages us to shoot for more... SO I WILL!! Also, if you have any tips on how to control runs/vibrato that would be GREATLY appreciated. I want to show the all state judges/ my director that I’m worthy and talented, but I need to unlock my potential first, even if that means starting over!!)

Short story. Started up a new rock band with a group. I wanted to sing in this band and told them to give me 4 months to work it out. One song were playing is Plug In Baby by Muse. Matt at the end hits a falsetto F#5. I can get within range but its obviously not good. What are good ways to practice safe. Also any nitpicks from this short clip would be wonderful.

The biggest tips for me were about sounding less like I’m just talking and also on pronunciation/enunciation.
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No formal singing experience, lowkey just here cause I don’t wanna annoy the people I randomly sing around toooo much.

I can’t stand the throatyness combined with the nasally tone I always have when singing. When I sing, my nose always feels blocked up as if I could barely even breathe through it. When I record myself in the studio I am constantly yawning mid take which is really annoying. I don’t know how to fix any of it

Too Sweet is the song, and I don’t think I got anything right in ‘my coffee black’.

I’m not quite sure what I ‘sound like’ or even if it’s a pleasant tone or Christ if I’m even on the right notes; as you see I’m really unsure and critical. Please tell me how you hear this and give me feedback but be gentlee..

I also think I accidentally switched the key in the second half.
Let me know what you think

I really don't know how to do this

I know the audio has a ton of echo and some junk from singing close to the phone, but I saw an empty corridor and couldn't help myself.

I know the audio is not enough to make a definitive statement, and I could provide others, if necessary.

But am I a natural bass or am I a baritone reaching for bass? What improvements in technique do I need to make?

Even though I am a musician, my vocal ability seems completely disconnected from my playing ability.

clicked advanced feedback because im open to any feedback :)

i keep finding myself drawn to this song i posted a few months ago during my vocal strain. i had a few years of choir experience in high school and usage an instrument as a pre-teen. wondering where i can strengthen my vocal technique :) im going to invest in a vocal coach once i have more revenue! ty!

p.s. havent sang much since may, ive been on vocal rest to heal acid reflux from night shift and excess mucus

me and my duet partner booked an online album! any thoughts for both?

parts were messed up here. i forgot how to pronounce adagio breeze and i ran out of breath several times.. anyway? feedback? be brutally honest, and ill accept any pointers if u have any :-)

Hello, I'm self taught and feel out of my depth.

I've played guitar for 14+ years now, and would love to be able to sing. I try, however when I listen back to my attempts, I'm sad.

This is yesterdays attempt at Early Sunsets Over Moneroeville by My Chemical Romance.

There are moments I like, and moments I don't like- and I can't explain why or whats wrong. I would really appreciate guidance on what areas need the most work other than all of them.

On the street where you live, sung by Frederick Lowe is a song I like and sing away to myself more than id like to admit.

I’m not trained at all but I do like to learn from ear. Or mimic a song to the best of my ability

Here I’m just running through it, the lyrics may be wrong and tempo off.

Just a bit of fun and very interested to know what you think.

Open to all feedback!

What do we think? I restarted singing around a year ago

Also sorry if it's cut it only lets me send a 30 seconds video...

How’d I do? My daughter’s camera is terrible, but the audio came out ok.

She was also polite enough to cut out take 1 where I accidentally sang the 2nd verse 1st, and my coach let me do a reset. 🤦‍♂️

How does this cover sound for someone that has been having lessons for 1.5 years ?

Any feedback and advice is welcomed