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Old 08-18-2010, 09:33 AM
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I thinking about taking some formal voice lessons. I currently don't sing. I would like to be able to provide some back up vocals,
harmonies, etc.

Any suggestions what to look for in an instructor?
Questions to ask, etc.

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Old 08-18-2010, 02:43 PM
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I believe voice lessons are absolutely not necessary (boring) as you could also enter the path by simply singing at your favorite tunes. This the same when you learn an instrument by ear transcriptions only.

You could invest into some devices to help you that way like a Mic & a Multitrack Recorder which will authorize you to experiment with 2 parts, 3 parts... vocal harmonies & another trick regarding this is to turn to Voice Harmonizers (hardware or plugins) which is a good way to learn & understand Harmonization... & to sing !

Be able to hear yourself as you sing is the key for any voice correction (try Delays, Loopers...).

Concerning the understanding of Harmonic Movements needed for your goals you will have to dig into some basic books (Harmonization) & a small keyboard is strongly recommended.

However, if you are a bassist, just a 2 note voicings science (voice leading) on the bass is sufficient to support without any restrictions your singing.

Take it easy.

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