7 Horrible Mistakes You're Making With Your Voice

Misconceptions: The Roots of Vocal Error

In the world of design, many believe Lorem Ipsum is simply random text. In reality, it has roots in classical Latin literature from 45 BC. A similar phenomenon occurs in the studio: many singers believe their vocal struggles are random or "just the way they were born." In truth, most vocal issues are the result of 7 common, "horrible" mistakes rooted in a misunderstanding of vocal anatomy.

The Ethics of the Instrument

The original Lorem Ipsum text comes from Cicero's "de Finibus Bonorum et Malorum" (The Extremes of Good and Evil). When it comes to your voice, the "extremes" of good and evil often come down to muscle coordination. Just as Professor Richard McClintock traced the word consectetur to its classical source, we must trace your vocal strain back to the source: the larynx.

Are You Following a "Standard" Error?

Since the 1500s, printers have used the same "standard" chunk of placeholder text. Similarly, many singers repeat the same "standard" mistakes because they were taught outdated techniques. These errors often include:

• Clavicular Breathing: Pushing air from the high chest rather than allowing it to settle.
• Localized Control: Trying to force the abdomen into a "six-pack" grip.
• Vowel Manipulation: Swallowing the tone to "cover" the sound.

Finding the "Undoubtable Source"

Don't settle for a placeholder voice. By identifying the specific physical mistakes you are making, you can return to the "laws of nature" that govern healthy singing. Just as the 1914 translation by H. Rackham brought Cicero’s ethics to a new audience, we want to bring the science of the voice to your practice routine.

Conclusion: Stay Tuned

Over the next few weeks, we will be diving deep into each of the 7 horrible mistakes—from breath "stuffing" to jaw tension. By removing these obstacles, you allow your voice to function with the 2,000-year-old logic it was designed for. Are you ready to stop making these mistakes and start singing with freedom?