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Val Bastien
Jun 18, 20221 min read
How To Sing A High Note
This is what most singers seek my help with: learning how to sing a high note with ease. Many look for vocal exercises to add a few notes...
Val Bastien
Apr 25, 20223 min read
What Does Your Voice Really Sound Like?
Here's something I hear all the time from my clients: “Is THAT what I really sound like?” “It doesn't sound like me!” “I hate hearing...
Val Bastien
Apr 14, 20224 min read
Are Singers Narcissists; Are You A Singing Diva?
People can be quick to interpret your pride and singing passion for narcissism. Have you ever been called a "diva"? Do people make you...
Val Bastien
Apr 3, 20224 min read
How To Sing On Pitch
It is normal for any singer to occasionally sing out of pitch. This is a problem that is quickly noticed by even the most uneducated...
Val Bastien
Mar 19, 20223 min read
All About That Bass; How To Sing A low Note
When extending range, most singers rave about singing higher and dedicate a lot of time working on developing their head voice....
Val Bastien
Feb 28, 20224 min read
One More For Black History Month
February is Black History Month. It is always highlighted at the beginning of the month in social media and on the news and then the...
Val Bastien
Feb 21, 20224 min read
Singing: A Family Affair!
Happy Family Day to my fellow Ontarians! I know that several countries have a dedicated national holiday to celebrate families but we...
Val Bastien
Feb 13, 20223 min read
Valentine's Day Love Songs
Awww.... LOVE! Isn't it a beautiful thing?! Valentine's Day is a reminder of the blessings and longing that come with love but also the...
Val Bastien
Jan 30, 20224 min read
How To Make A Cover Of A song
If you're a little bit like me, the last few months have been somewhat stressful. But singing once again saves the day by helping me...
Val Bastien
Jan 26, 20226 min read
Mic Reviews
I recently had the opportunity to assess four different microphones, and it was fascinating to find out which one showcased my soprano...
Val Bastien
Jan 15, 20225 min read
2022 START; Your Best Year Yet!
Is it too late to wish you Happy New Year 2022 again? I figured since everybody is done celebrating and is back into their normal...
Val Bastien
Dec 31, 20213 min read
Cue the Confetti; Time To Sing!
2022 is almost here... Yet, my heart feels heavy. I'm not in the mood to celebrate because I remember feeling excited and optimistic at...
Val Bastien
Dec 23, 20213 min read
Naughty or Nice?
With just a couple of days ahead before Christmas, many of us will soon find out whether we made it to Santa's Naughty or Nice List. This...
Val Bastien
Dec 22, 20213 min read
Sainte Nuit; A Holiday Song
Many members of my Facebook group "Sing Higher, Louder and Effortlessly" have been posting Holiday songs. I wanted to join in the chorus...
Val Bastien
Dec 7, 20213 min read
Eagle Wisdom
If I were an animal, I would probably be a bird. I often imagine flying up high in the sky over beautiful landscapes, breathing in the...
Val Bastien
Nov 27, 20213 min read
Happy Thanksgiving; Singing Appreciation
This is a time for harvest. A time to look inside and appreciate the riches around us and in our personal lives but also to give in...
Val Bastien
Nov 15, 20214 min read
How To Eliminates Performance Anxiety
It’s a beautiful night, and the audience is excited for a promising, music-filled evening. Singers are taking turns at the mic, singing...
Val Bastien
Oct 30, 20213 min read
Knock! Knock! Who's There? Singer Costumes Ideas
Today is Halloween! How are you celebrating this year? Are you going Trick Or Treat with your kids? Will you be handing out candies to...
Val Bastien
Oct 26, 20213 min read
They Said "No"; How To Overcome Failure
You did your best at your last audition but you didn't get the gig... Now what? Learning to overcome failure isn't easy but here are some...
Val Bastien
Oct 16, 20213 min read
How Prolific Are You: Quantity Or Quality
How many songs are you working on right now? How many songs do you have in your repertoire? And how many songs have you recorded so far?...
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