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Singing Simply

Welcome to the Singing Simply show, where our mission is to help adult beginners who want to learn to sing but are struggling with where to start, demystify the process of learning to sing and make it as easy as possible for you the listener. Because let's face it. Learning to sing on your own can be tricky. If that sounds like you! Don't forget to save this podcast for our weekly voice lesson each Friday. Hosted by Australian voice teacher, Ivan Lu
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80: Why You're Not Getting Better At Singing | Singing Simply Show |

If you're feeling confused, if you've been working at your voice for a few years, or maybe you just started. But no matter what you're doing, no matter all the YouTube tutorials that you've been doing so far, you still feel like you're stuck at ground zero. This is an episode for you. ------------------------------------ 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.ins...

Oct 20, 20227 minSeason 1Ep. 80

79: How to not HATE the sound of your own voice | Singing Simply Show |

So you've finally decided to record your voice. You've put your phone there, you're singing and you're recording it. Then you hit that dreaded play button and listen back to your clip thinking who the heck is that? What do you do when you hate the sound of your own voice? In today's episode, we're gonna tackle and break this down so you can learn how to overcome this and start to enjoy the sound of your own voice. Want to Work With Me?: Check out here Have a question or want to say hi? Connect w...

Oct 13, 202210 minSeason 1Ep. 79

78: How To Become Less Insecure About Your Singing | Singing Simply Show |

Maybe you've been told by your parents OR your friends that you couldn't sing. Maybe when you try to sing in front of people, your nerves get here, everything tired, ands up and all of a sudden you can't even make a sound. Sounds familiar? In today's episode, we're gonna be tackling this question of how do we become less insecure, when singing in front of others. ============================ 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice L...

Oct 06, 20228 minSeason 1Ep. 78

77: How To Find & Build Your Resonance (For Beginner Singers) | Singing Simply Show |

In the previous episode we talked about what resonance is. Now the question becomes how do we find and build your resonance as a singer. This can be tricky when you start but in this episode I share 2 very simple types of resonances that can help you build your voice. --------- 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimpl...

Sep 30, 202211 minSeason 1Ep. 77

76: What is resonance? (Does Everything Have Resonance) | Singing Simply Show |

What is resonance? Why is it important for singing? If you're starting off this can be a particularly difficult concept to understand because frankly... you can't see it. It's something that can be heard/felt but without the right guidance, it can be tricky to find. Let's break it down together! ============================== 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://ww...

Sep 23, 202211 minSeason 1Ep. 76

75: "How to overcome fear of singing in public?" | Singing Simply Show |

Are you afraid of singing in front of people? Maybe you would freeze your tense and you'll get super, super nervous. If that's you. In today's episode, we be tackling exactly how to overcome the fear of singing in front of people? And in fact, I'm gonna be sharing three very simple ideas to help you get started with this. Have a question or want to say hi? Connect with me here. 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https:...

Sep 16, 202211 minSeason 1Ep. 75

74: "How to get comfortable singing without background vocals?" | Singing Simply Show |

Do you find yourself being lost when you're singing with a karaoke? Maybe the music starts playing, and the lyrics come along and you're like, where do I start? In today's episode, we're gonna be tackling that and I'm gonna be sharing two ideas on how to get more comfortable singing without the background vocals, or being able to sing with karaoke. Stay to the end for a bonus tool on how you can make this process so much easier for you today. Have a question or want to say hi? Connect with me he...

Sep 09, 202212 minSeason 1Ep. 74

73: "I feel like I should be practising more" | Singing Simply Show |

On this journey of learning to sing especially when you're a beginner singer. It's easy to feel like you should be practising more. Or you should be at a certain level of ready. In this episode, let's quickly dive in a look at some ideas to navigate this invisible hurdle to better singing Have a question or want to say hi? 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.i...

Sep 02, 202211 minSeason 1Ep. 73

72: "Why am I feeling pain in my throat" | Singing Simply Show |

if you're learning to sing and you start experiencing pain in the throat. It can be super alarming and scary to go through. In this episode, let's do a dive on what's really happening behind the scene and if you should keep practicing ============================ 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.c...

Aug 26, 20226 minSeason 1Ep. 72

71: 3 Mindset Tips For Beginner Singers | Singing Simply Show |

Here are three mindset tips that if you implement you would massively change the results you're getting when it comes to learning to sing. Let's check out this bad boy together. Have a question or want to say hi? Connect with me here. 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...

Aug 19, 202211 min

70: Simple ear training exercise for beginner singer | Singing Simply Show |

Singers! If you want to improve your pitch, your ear and your musicality. Here is a very, very simple exercise and maybe even little test to help you get started. Have a question or want to say hi? Connect with me here. 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...

Aug 12, 20227 minSeason 1Ep. 70

69: Not seeing progress with your singing? 3 steps to reverse engineer why | Singing Simply Show |

It can be easy getting stuck with your singing. Especially when you're first starting off. In today's episode, I share 3 simple steps to reverse engineer where you are exactly on your journey and how to get unstuck. ============================ 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...

Aug 05, 202211 minSeason 1Ep. 69

68: 2 steps to ADDING emotions into your singing | Singing Simply Show |

If you're finding that your sound is dull or lifeless. Maybe there are no emotions. Or maybe you just want to take your singing to the next level. Here are 2 simple steps/ideas to adding more emotions to your singing. Check it out! Have a question or want to say hi? 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmai...

Jul 29, 20229 minSeason 1Ep. 68

67: What actually makes a singer sound good? | Singing Simply Show |

Everyone wants to sound better. But what are some of the things that we're actually looking for? In this episode, I share ONE very simple goal that all of us as singers are working towards If you're starting off with singing, make sure you understand this so you don't waste time doing the wrong things. Have a question or want to say hi? Connect with me here. 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply....

Jul 22, 202210 min

66: Why I don't use voice types with my students | Singing Simply Show |

.Voice types, voice types, voice types. Everyone wants to know if they are a bass, baritone, soprano, or alto. Here's the thing, in this episode I share 3 reasons why I rarely use them with my students. Have a question or want to say hi? Connect with me here. 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...

Jul 15, 202212 min

65: What type of practice should I do (Singing Simply Show)

How do you know what you need to practice when it comes to learning to sing? Let's break it down together here in 3 simple steps/tips. Have a question or want to say hi? Connect with me here. ================= 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...

Jul 08, 202211 min

64: The Biggest Thing Holding Back Beginner Singers

If you're not seeing results with your singing... please take the time to listen to this episode. We go deep... Have a question or want to say hi? Connect with me here. 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...

Jul 01, 202219 minSeason 1Ep. 64

63: How To Learn To Sing (Beginner's Edition)

Learning to sing as a beginner can be so confused. Where do you even start? With all the information on the internet... this can make it even more confusing. That's why I've created this comprehensive episode. Basically these are the next 5 things I would focus on if I started all over Want to Work With Me?: Check out here Have a question or want to say hi? Connect with me here 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https:...

Jun 24, 202223 minSeason 1Ep. 63

62: How To Sing Without Tension? (Part 1)

Tension is a big one that all of us as singers struggle with. Even the best of us will often bring in unnecessary tension. If you're looking to remove some tension in your voice, here is a little step 1 for you. =================== 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...

Jun 17, 202214 minSeason 1Ep. 62

61: Why do you REALLY want to learn to sing? | Singing Simply Show

.Why do you really want to learn to sing? Chances are the answer you have RIGHT now is not the answer you'll have by the end of the episode. ================= 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...

Jun 03, 202213 minSeason 1Ep. 61

60: Have you been told you can't sing?

Have you been told that you can't sing? Maybe by those close to you. Have you been holding onto these words since now. Had the pleasure of interviewing one of my Basecamp clients Marleen. In this interview we cover What to do when we've been told we can't sing How to manage to learn to sing EVEN with a busy schedule Are singing lessons really worth it? ====================== 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://w...

May 20, 202225 minSeason 1Ep. 60

59: Am I really too old to sing?

Have you ever thought you're too old to sing? Had the pleasure of interviewing one of my high-end clients Pablo. In this interview we cover Are you really too old to sing? Why invest in singing lessons if it's just a hobby Group classes vs 1:1 lessons ================ 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gm...

May 13, 202225 minSeason 1Ep. 59

58: Perfectionism doesn't exist

.And... we're back! After a long pause on content we're back. In this episode we talk: How I'm working through COVID + Vocal Fast Updates to this show The vocal buzz and how perfectionism doesn't exist Can anyone really learn to sing or is it a gift/talent...? ==================== 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsi...

Apr 29, 202221 minSeason 1Ep. 58

57: How to sing with more confidence using 'Guided Mastery'

Have you ever listened to a performance and thought it was so incredible? The confidence, the voice, the emotions. Chances are they didn't achieve that over night. Being able to build that level of confidence is something that takes time. With the right 'framework', you can get there much quicker ========================= 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.in...

Aug 05, 20217 minSeason 1Ep. 57

56: How long do I need to practice?

Join me every other Wednesday 11AM AEST on Youtube Live where we break down your singing questions. This week we covered Where you need to start as a beginner Do I need to play an instrument How do I know if i'm singing on key? ============= 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...

Jul 29, 202119 minSeason 1Ep. 56

55: Do I need to play an instrument to sing? (Live Hangout)

Join me every other Wednesday 11AM AEST on Youtube Live where we break down your singing questions. This week we covered Where you need to start as a beginner Do I need to play an instrument How do I know if i'm singing on key? ====================== 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...

Jul 08, 202122 minSeason 1Ep. 55

54: 3 ideas to sing with more confidence

One of the biggest hurdles I help my students with is singing with more confidence. However singing with confidence can feel vague. So in today's episode I'd love to share 3 ideas that can help you feel more confident in your voice. ============================= 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.co...

Jun 10, 202110 minSeason 1Ep. 54

53: How to sing high notes? My fastest shortcut atm.

High notes, high notes. Everyone is obsessed with them including me. Here's how you can start building some serious range! ================================== 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...

Jun 03, 20217 minSeason 1Ep. 53

52: 3 SIMPLE tips to start singing

The hardest step to take is always the first one. In today's episode, I'd love to share some ideas on getting started with singing. Even if you have ZERO experience. ==================== 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...

May 20, 202115 minSeason 1Ep. 52

51: Why your voice type doesn't matter right now

.Bass, baritone, soprano, alto. We always hear these different voice types and often end up trying to classify ourselves. In today's episode I wanted to share with you why it SIMPLY does not matter for you right now. Check it out! 🌍 Step By Step Singing Course: https://www.singingsimply.com/courses/singing-fundamentals 🌍 For Voice Lessons: https://www.singingsimply.com 🌍 Contact Me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/singwithivan/ EMAIL: singingsimplywithme@gmail.com...

Apr 22, 202110 minSeason 1Ep. 51
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