MIXED VOICE Singing Lesson with Kobi Mccoull (Part One) Studio West 2021-09-09 | Kobi Mccoul reached out to me through email for voice lessons and we've decided to document the process. This is our third voice lesson or so and so we've already gotten the ball rolling with some exercises and things Kobi is working on. Kobi and I both love to talk, which is something we struggle to balance in the lessons, but it makes for a great learning experience for you guys since he asks great questions and you get to learn from his experience. Please check out his YouTube Channel here: youtube.com/channel/UCOqLc44aonirDvRylemAtaATime stamps:00:00 Intro 01:07 Going over his obstacles/struggles/improvements02:50 Why is his transition between m1 and m2 easier up high?06:12 Getting M1 on “ee” vowel up high16:50 Laryngeal tilt/density/vowels21:10 Working on switching from a semi-occluded exercise to a vowel23:30 Open to closed timbre up high on ‘ah’27:15 Working on stabilizing light m1 above f4 area. 36:50 How do you practice. Using the right tools for the right job.43:00 What is good vocal technique? 48:25 Back to stabilizing light m1 above F4 and working on sovte’s54:10 Fry to voice leaps to improve coordination and ease in the high range1:02:35 Translating the ease from the exercises to a song1:16:21 Questions and wrapping it up🔴 Sub to the Channel 🔴 youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1 For private lessons visit my website at voicelessonswithgreg.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
Internal Activation can Improve your singing! #singer #vocalcoach Studio West 2025-05-13 | Internal Activation is very useful and necessary vocal technique for many different vocal tasks such as singing with a breathy voice quality, singing high notes quietly without using falsetto, and bringing life/energy to your sound. It refers to the classic open throat sensation described by many singers. Coach Antonio is a teacher in training at Studio West who is a great fit for beginner students wanting to learnt things like improving their tone and singing higher notes. If you're interested in working with him you can book a here: studiowestlessons.com/book-a-lesson🔴 Sub to the Channel 🔴youtube.com/channel/UC7Er8cx-SqE6AfRv27UxFBg?sub_confirmation=1
Quick Support Tip for Belting Studio West 2025-02-15 | Workshop: studiowestlessons.com/vocalwintercamp Mailing List: studiowestlessons.com/mailinglist
The Three Tongue Techniques Studio West 2025-02-06 | Use Code BIG53WEST for $100 off! Workshop: singingrevealed.com/big5-part-3-tongue-and-vowels?cid=6422100e-be11-497f-a9bc-5bc4bde7bbe2&eoid=2149288448 Mailing List: studiowestlessons.com/mailinglist These are the three tongue techniques in the West Vocal Method (WVM). Experiment with them and see how it effects your tone. Chances are you like singers that use them because they are so common. T1 is particularly common in all sorts of pop music.
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From Baritone to Tenor: How He Did It (Tips, Tricks, and Strategies) Studio West 2023-11-05 | 00:00 - Introduction00:25 - Introducing Antonio01:30 - Antonio’s journey in singing higher notes04:23 - Changes that developed Antonio’s high notes06:02 - The first tip Gregory told Antonio that sparked his hgh note development07:19 - Antonio demos his development in high notes08:28 - “Necessary tension” for reaching high notes11:20 - “Tight mode” in the West Vocal Method13:00 - How did Antonio move forward after learning tight mode?15:02 - Developing “Aperture Control” 20:25 - Developing falsetto and falsetto mix🔴 Sub to the Channel 🔴youtube.com/channel/UC7Er8cx-SqE6AfRv27UxFBg?sub_confirmation=1 For private voice lessons visit my website: studiowestlessons.com Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@studiowestlessons?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcFalsetto Mix Video: youtube.com/watch?v=pauiFqFGEu4&t=527sTIght Mode (formerly flageolet tension) video: youtube.com/watch?v=pNFj2r9b1Is&t=2s
How his university teachers limited the development of his upper range Studio West 2023-11-02 | Upcoming full length video coming soon!
Thoughts on Developing BELT and MIX with Gregory West and Philippe Hall Studio West 2023-09-24 | 0:00 Greg’s vocal development in the last couple years6:43 How controlling the “Aperture” better has helped Gregory teach others 7:50 What Gregory wants to improve at8:56 Thinning out versus staying full 12:17 Registers are a sliding scale13:16 Why it’s hard to name registers sometimes17:48 Why some singers don’t understand registers like “mix voice”19:36 Why guidance is important20:15 Learning to sing is about emulating 22:00 Belting and Mixing requires getting control over your “dials” 25:25 Choosing the right teacher 27:34 Sometimes your voice problems need to be peripherally solved 28:34 The trouble with trusting a vocal coach29:50 How to not get stuck as a singer and continue progressing36:27 Your vocal coach needs to admit their weaknesses 38:23 Why you need multiple teachers 🔴 Sub to the Channel 🔴youtube.com/channel/UC7Er8cx-SqE6AfRv27UxFBg?sub_confirmation=1 For private voice lessons visit our website: studiowestlessons.com Follow us on Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en Philippes Channel: youtube.com/c/SingingRevealed
Vocal registers are just sections of rainbow! Studio West 2023-05-24 | @SingingRevealed (Philippe) and Gregory talk about how a lot of stuff in singing are spectrums including vocal registers like modal, mix, and falsetto.They will be going into depth at the upcoming workshop/intensive Philippe is hosting. There will be almost 30 masterclasses from a panel of vocal coaches about belting and mixing. Check it out here: singingrevealed.com/oh-yeah-i-can-beltTo receive $90 off use coupon code GREG2023 or the link below: singingrevealed.com/offers/LNpbVELy?coupon_code=GREG2023To receive more information about upcoming events and more, sign up to the Studio West mailing list below:studiowestlessons.com/mailinglist
Are you really tone deaf? Studio West 2023-05-15 | Philippe Hall and Gregory West discuss the concept of "speech melody" and how it relates to the idea of tone deafness.Sign up here for the Studio West mailing list to be notified about future livestreams, upcoming events and workshops, courses, lesson opportunities, and more:studiowestlessons.com/mailinglistFor voice lessons, click here:studiowestlessons.com/book-a-lessonFor the upcoming Belting and Mixed Voice Workshop:singingrevealed.com/oh-yeah-i-can-beltDiscount with my coupon code (GREG2023):singingrevealed.com/offers/LNpbVELy?coupon_code=GREG2023
Voice Lesson + Q&A Studio West 2023-05-09 | Gregory West will be doing a live stream with a trainee from the Studio West teacher training program, Peter King. Peter will be available for voice lessons soon once he has completed the program. They’ll be working on some techniques like mixed voice, pulling up the modal (chest) register higher, and likely much more. Come by and if you have questions about what we are doing and why, let us know in the chat!***Sign up here for the Studio West mailing list to be notified about future livestreams, upcoming events and workshops, courses, lesson opportunities, and more:studiowestlessons.com/mailinglistFor voice lessons, click here:studiowestlessons.com/book-a-lessonFor the upcoming Belting and Mixed Voice Workshop:singingrevealed.com/oh-yeah-i-can-beltDiscount with my coupon code (GREG2023):singingrevealed.com/offers/LNpbVELy?coupon_code=GREG2023
Short Q & A: Mixed Voice? Belting? High notes? Improving tone? Studio West 2023-05-02 | Bring your questions and get some answers!The upcoming belting and mixed voice workshop I mentioned: singingrevealed.com/oh-yeah-i-can-belt Use my coupon code: GREG2023Discount Link: singingrevealed.com/offers/LNpbVELy?coupon_code=GREG2023Join my mailing list to be receive information about being a test singer for the teacher trainer program and for information about a mini course I'll be releasing soon! studiowestlessons.com/mailinglistFor voice lessons: studiowestlessons.com/bookalesson
Develop Your BLEND- How To Sing In Mixed Voice Studio West 2022-01-26 | This video is about developing your blend between chest and falsetto and how that can be further developed and coordinated with specific exercises in order to gain more vocal options like mixed voice. Here's the flageolet tension video I mentioned in the video: youtube.com/watch?v=pNFj2r9b1Is&t=709sHere's my falsetto mix video which pairs very nicely with this blending technique: youtube.com/watch?v=pauiFqFGEu4&t=596s🔴 Sub to the Channel 🔴 youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1 For private voice lessons visit my website: studiowestlessons.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en00:00 Intro0:06 What this video is about 0:38 Explaining the “blend”2:32 Entering the blend from chest3:36 Finding the restrained, held back, cried sound5:40 Connecting from low to high on a pitch glide7:53 Restraining and holding back falsetto to connect it smoothly 11:25 Doing glottal pauses to try and switch from falsetto to mix. 16:12 What you’re trying to do with the glottals17:37 Using creaking as a strategy to add closure18:30 My vocal folds moving from falsetto to chest using creaking and glottals
Vocal Coaches DESTROY Vocal Myths with FACTS & LOGIC Part TWO Studio West 2021-11-08 | I discuss with friends and colleagues about prevalent vocal myths such as "sing from the diaphragm" and "dont use your throat when you sing"Everyone's info:Arnaud: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCad7dX76Zb2f4zSZmKJbe9Q/videosToni: youtube.com/c/ToniLinkePhillipe: youtube.com/c/MisterOperaIvan: supersonicsongbird.comFelipe: youtube.com/c/FelipeCarvalhoSinging
Why You STILL Dont Sound Good: How to Improve Your TONE (Part Two) Studio West 2021-10-30 | 00:00 Intro01:32 Get your priorities straight03:59 Why your voice doesn’t need to feel the way you want05:17 What vocal technique REALLY is06:19 What does “sounding good” mean? Is it objective or subjective? 08:56 Sounding good for your voice10:11 Record yourself & calibrate 12:25 Are you stuck with “your voice”? 🔴 Sub to the Channel 🔴 youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1 For private voice lessons visit my website: voicelessonswithgreg.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
Vocal Coaches DESTROY Vocal Myths with FACTS & LOGIC Studio West 2021-10-25 | I discuss with friends and colleagues about prevalent vocal myths such as "sing from the diaphragm" and "dont use your throat when you sing"Everyone's info:Arnaud: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCad7dX76Zb2f4zSZmKJbe9Q/videosToni: youtube.com/c/ToniLinkePhillipe: youtube.com/c/MisterOperaIvan: supersonicsongbird.comFelipe: youtube.com/c/FelipeCarvalhoSinging
How to Improve Your TONE (Part One): The skill good singers MUST have Studio West 2021-10-24 | How to improve your tone to sound amazing like the singers who you love and find inspirational? COPY THEM. Learn to mimic. 00:00 Intro00:25 Can you change your tone?00:58 The number one skill to improve tone1:28 Is it okay to copy other singers?2:21 Mimicking 4:51 Copying versus stealing7:33 How to practice 10:31 Demonstrations16:53 Outro Transpose extension: transpose.video🔴 Sub to the Channel 🔴 youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1 For private voice lessons visit my website: voicelessonswithgreg.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
Lived Streamed MIXED Voice Lesson + Q & A Studio West 2021-10-17 | For info about voice lessons with me, see my website at www.voicelessonswithgreg.com
ONE WEEK Vocal Transformation Part One: Airflow Control Studio West 2021-10-07 | This is part one of my one week vocal transformation series working with my friend and fellow vocal coach Philippe Hall. I've known Philippe for a few years and he is an authorized CVT (Complete Vocal Technique) instructor, among other things. He is releasing an online course called "The Four Activities of Singing" that he and I have been talking about for years. This video is about the activity he called "airflow control". Stay tuned for the rest of the series, which will be released on a monthly basis. CLICK HERE FOR A DISCOUNT ON THE AIRFLOW CONTROL MODULE:singingrevealed.com/Gregory_West_Airflow_Control_Special_Offer🔴 Sub to the Channel 🔴 youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1 For private voice lessons visit my website: voicelessonswithgreg.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
Why Arent YOU Doing These MIXED VOICE Exercises? Studio West 2021-10-01 | These are some of my top mixed voice exercises for finding and developing a singers mixed voice. This video has three exercises in total, each exercise is gone over in detail. 0:00 Intro0:20 Let's jump right into the juicy stuff. How do you go from point A to point G(reg)?0:44 Exercise Number 1 - The Creak or Vocal Fry0:56 Ways to find a nice relaxed vocal fry2:22 Take the Creak to various pitches and slide into chest voice, then just creak all the way up2:53 This exercise makes sure you keep enough cord closure and not go into falsetto3:44 Don't let go of that tension when you ascend!4:04 Coordinating out of the Creak into sound4:56 Issues you might encounter with this exercise5:38 try starting with a clean, light sound and then add the Creak6:43 Mess around with the amounts of breath pressure when you try to coordinate out of the Creak. The more breath pressure, the chestier the sound and vice versa.7:28 Exercise Number 2 - Glottals8:19 the glottal onset is a sign of good vocal fold closure8:41 find the glottal onset everywhere across your range8:45 Nice9:03 the way to think about glottals9:44 the appropriate volume for glottals11:01 issues you may find entering the passagio using glottals11:27 Follow along!12:06 advice on glottals for the ladies13:00 the falsetto version if you can't get higher13:17 Falsetto versus Head Voice13:53 Glottals and their relation to breath pressure14:49 Pay attention to the vowel/vocal tract shape that you are using16:00 Easier to start with an open vowel like Eh versus a closed vowel like EE or OO17:03 Follow along! Eh glottals17:34 The importance of opening the mouth more on Eh as you go higher in pitch18:43 Exercise Number 3 - Falsetto Mix18:54 You need a loud clear strong falsetto first otherwise you will be unable to get into Falsetto Mix19:15 Whoopy falsetto (F1/H1 for you nerds)21:34 Crescendo the falsetto21:56 Use glottal attacks in falsetto22:24 What's the level of support you have when you have this loud clear falsetto?23:07 Once you have the level of support clear in your sensations, you want that level to be 100% steady and constant. Very important!23:44 Stay in the OO and then open the vowel up24:38 Make sure you have a big smile, big opening when you open the vowel. Make sure you have the tongue low enough too.25:26 EE-Eh25:57 Look at that dangly thing (the uvula)26:28 Cool thing about Falsetto Mix27:28 Falsetto Mix with Glottals27:59 Outro and Thanks for Watching!🔴 Sub to the Channel 🔴 youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1 For private voice lessons visit my website: voicelessonswithgreg.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
MIXED VOICE Singing Lesson with Kobi Mccoull (Part Two) Studio West 2021-09-23 | Kobi Mccoul reached out to me through email for voice lessons and we've decided to document the process. This is our fourth voice lesson and the second one we filmed for YouTube. We are working on developing his higher range and expanding his control over his voice so he can sing higher with the ease and control he wants. Kobi and I both love to talk, which is something we struggle to balance in the lessons, but it makes for a great learning experience for you guys since he asks great questions and you get to learn from his experience. Please check out his YouTube Channel here: youtube.com/channel/UCOqLc44aonirDvRylemAtaA🔴 Sub to the Channel 🔴 youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1 For private lessons visit my website at voicelessonswithgreg.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
How to Belt High Notes Without Strain (Pull Chest OR use Mixed Voice?) Studio West 2021-09-16 | This video is all about how to belt higher notes for men and women. Is it unhealthy? Do you need to use mixed voice instead? What is belting? All this and more is revealed in this short belting guide. 0:00 Intro0:15 Is belting unhealthy? Mix instead? 1:53 Examples of Belting3:12 Examples of head voice/falsetto4:27 Examples of “mixing” aka NOT belting 6:30 What is belting? The four aspects7:40 Analyzing the resonance11:25 The three things you need to be able to do for belting 11:40 Finding a clear vocal quality 12:30 The yell pocket16:32 Twang20:11 Common mistakes with belting🔴 Sub to the Channel 🔴 youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1 For private lessons check out my website: voicelessonswithgreg.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
MIXED VOICE: Is this Stopping You From Developing Yours?! Studio West 2021-09-03 | This video is about the "grandpa voice" coordination and how it differs from a technique like "mixed voice." I explain what the benefits of the Granda voice might be and also what the pitfalls of it are. I explain and show how it differs from a typical mixed voice sound. Time stamps:0:00 Intro 00:13 Why talk about the grandpa voice?00:53 What is grandpa voice?02:11 What’s it useful for? (rough vocal effects, effortful sound, huskiness) 04:03 The ultimate goal for grandpa voice: A controllable spectrum 05:13 Other people that can do the grandpa better than me05:30 What is grandpa voice NOT useful for? (dynamics, twanging, mixed voice) 08:57 Laryngoscopy of grandpa voice versus mixed voice 12:07 Outro🔴 Sub to the Channel 🔴 youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1 For private lessons email me at voicelesssonswithgreg@gmail.com! Follow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
How To Sing In Mixed Voice: The FALSETTO MIX Studio West 2021-05-19 | The "falsetto mix" is an awesome part of your voice and this video teaches you how to sing in it. It feels easy like falsetto, sounds light and effortless, and gives you more flexibility and options when you sing. I was frustrated for a long time on how to sing higher in a softer, airier way and also on how to sing higher with a less effortful, easier sound. This is how I learned to do it, and I hope this video helps you figure it out as well. "Falsetto mix" is just a name I picked because it has made sense to many students and ultimately, we need different words to express our different vocal strategies and options.🔴 Sub to the Channel 🔴 youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1 For private lessons email me at voicelessonswithgreg@gmail.com! Follow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en0:00 Intro0:31 What is “falsetto mix”? 2:08 Demonstrations4:00 What you need to do in order to do it4:45 First exercise: make falsetto clear and loud7:52 Second exercise: change from OO to OH9:48 Open versus closed vowels 13:25 Helpful Tips 18:37 Advanced Exercises with it:19:11 Try it on various pitches20:17 Connect falsetto and falsetto mix20:40 Start right in falsetto mix20:54 Connect chest and falsetto mix on a pitch glide22:55 How to sing vowels that aren’t “open” in falsetto mix25:18 This might happen as you practice26:51 Outro
How to Sing REALLY Low Using Constriction (SUBHARMONIC SINGING) Studio West 2021-02-24 | This video explains how to use constriction to make the subharmonic vocal coordination in order to sing really low. Essentially we have tension, or constriction, within the vocal folds themselves and above the vocal folds whenever we make sound. When we make "normal" sound that doesn't have any kind of added noise such as creaking or the false vocal folds distorting, we are balancing the tension/ constriction. To get the subharmonic we have to "mess up" the balance. 0:00 Intro00:43 What is a subharmonic 1:40 The two ways to get a subharmonic 2:34 Explaining “constriction” 3:30 Releasing constriction to get a subharmonic5:15 Adding constriction to get a subharmonic 6:19 What if nothing works? 8:22 Add “voice" to the creak9:38 Balancing the constriction 🔴 Sub to the Channel 🔴 youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1For private lessons email me at voicelessonswithgreg@gmail.com Follow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
The MAGIC TRIO to Sing in MIXED VOICE Studio West 2021-01-22 | This video explains the three actions of the magic trio that cause you to shift into mixed voice. In no specific order, they are: lowering the larynx, lowering the volume, and keeping a smaller mouth opening. Mixed voice is presented here as an idea alongside the idea's of chest voice and falsetto, and is thought of as an "in-between" of those two sounds. The magic trio helps a singer control whether or not they mix, belt, or use falsetto on a given pitch in the upper range. 00:00 Intro 00:38 What I mean by “Mix”01:15 What is the magic trio? 01:50 Lowering the Larynx 04:04 First magic trio combination06:18 Second magic trio combination07:32 How volume and mixing works08:44 Third magic trio combination 11:19 Mixed voice as a “vowel” sound? 12:38 Pulling Chest versus Mixing (applying magic trio) 14:44 Fourth magic trio combo16:20 For the struggling baritones…18:08 Chest voice vs falsetto vs mix voice20:08 Outro and the sick ending beatSubscribe to the Channel: youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1For private lessons or inquires email me at voicelessonswithgreg@gmail.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
Is Classical Vocal Technique REALLY the Best? (with Mister Opera) Studio West 2021-01-16 | Philippe Castagner (Mister Opera on YT) and I question whether "classical vocal technique" really is the "best." This is a pervasive belief in the singing world and in this video we are going to DESTROY that idea!Phillipe's channel: youtube.com/user/pcastagner
How to Sing with Breath Support (What even is it?!) Studio West 2021-01-11 | This video explains how to understand vocal "breath support" and what it has to do with singing. Understanding this can help you sing much better. There are many different ideas on how to breathe and on how to coordinate your exhale with your voice. I hope this video helps you to filter and understand the information out there surrounding singing with breath support. Subscribe to the Channel: youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1For private lessons or inquires email me at voicelessonswithgreg@gmail.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=enShout out to Antonio for help with the editing!
CVT (Complete vocal Technique) Masterclass with Authorized Teacher Ivan Mihaljevic Studio West 2021-01-10 | My friend, colleague, and previous vocal coach Ivan Mihaljevic joins me for a presentation of some CVT (complete vocal technique) ideas.
Someone You Loved by Lewis Capaldi (Cover by Gregory West) Studio West 2021-01-09 | I hope you enjoy this sneak peak cover of Someone You Loved by Lewis Capaldi! Big things are coming for 2021! Subscribe to the Channel: youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1For private lessons or inquires email me at voicelessonswithgreg@gmail.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=enMixed by Ivan Mihaljevic at Supersonic Songbird
Pulling chest VS. Mixing?! HOW to Pull Your Chest Voice HIGHER! Studio West 2021-01-07 | Felipe Carlvalho and I talk about the pedagogical concept of "pulling chest voice" that exists in vocal coaching circles. How do you pull chest? Is it safe or will you damage your voice? What even IS chest voice? What's the difference between pulling chest voice and mixing? Why is there so much disagreement among people about the right vocal technique?Felipe's Channel: youtube.com/user/shoyoninja/featuredInterested In lessons with me? Email me at gregbyst@gmail.com
How to Develop Your VIBRATO (For People With No Vibrato) Studio West 2020-12-26 | These are my favorite ways to help people start to develop their vibrato. Once you sort of "stumble" onto it, you want to recreate that same experience again and then your "vibrato training" changes to just attempting to make the sound again and getting that reliable. These exercises are to help you make the initial discovery of your vibrato.Subscribe to the Channel: youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1For private lessons or inquires email me at voicelessonswithgreg@gmail.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
How to Sing in MIX VOICE by Controlling Your Nose Hole Studio West 2020-12-22 | Hi everyone!Controlling your nasal port by raising and lowering the soft palate is a really good way to learn how to sing in a more thinned out coordination (the vocal folds are stretched more than they could be), or what some people call a "mix". I think nasality is just a piece of the puzzle, and a good training device for mix voice because it will prevent singers from belting or "pulling up" there lower voice (ei. chest dragging). Nasality is certainly not required, but a good tool to have at your disposal.Subscribe to the Channel: youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1For private lessons or inquires email me at voicelessonswithgreg@gmail.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
The Missing Link to MIXED VOICE That NOBODY Talks About; Flageolet Tension Studio West 2020-12-17 | Hi everyone, This entire video is about my extrapolated sensations of singing. As I learned to sing, this feeling of "flageolet tension" that I describe here was always something that NO VOCAL COACH could explain to me in a satisfactory way. One teacher would say, "That's just your voice" and another would claim to not even hear it or the difference between the sounds I wanted to do and what I could do. I was frustrated and I tried for a long time to fit this experience into the standard words that float around voice pedagogy such as "mix voice", "head voice", "being connected versus disconnected", "singing on the voice", etc. Ultimately, there was not a consistent usage of any term that described what I was doing. This led to me CREATING the term myself. I don't wish to reinvent a wheel, but I do genuinely believe that there is no conception of this phenomena in modern voice pedagogy.This is a PROBLEM because I, and other singers like myself, do have this experience. Certain issues and benefits arise from using the flageolet tension. In other words, it is a technique- a tool that we can use as teachers and singers to explain various sounds. I believe flageolet tension fills a missing gap when it comes to singing technique. We shouldn't pretend that two different vocal coordinations are essentially the same when there are important distinctions to be made. "Importance" in this sense is assertained by the impact of the difference in technique. If a singer wants a certain sound and the flageolet tension is holding them back, then it's important to recognize that they are doing something different from their intended sound design. If a singer WANTS the flageolet tension sound, and they are not able to achieve it, then it's important information for them to understand that there is a technique they are missing. Claiming there is no valuable distinction between flageolet tension and "non"- flagolet tension sounds serves as a massive disservice to those who would benefit from making this distinction. This distinction is not absolutely "necessary" at the end of the day. However, so are MANY distinctions in voice pedagogy. The entire idea of "mixed voice" pedagogically is mainly to discern the sensations and strategies of singing higher in M1 (chest). That is something that many people find HELPFUL. It doesn't matter if there isn't technically an in-between between m1 and m2- that misses the entire point. The point is there are different sensations and experiences that we need to reconcile in productive ways. That is why we have different words used in singing. I hope flageolet tension contributes positively to the voice communities understanding of singing and the techniques that various singers use. I can certainly express that it has made a world of difference for my singing and for the singing of others who have benefited from this additional layering to vocal conceptions. THAT being said, If anyone has additional information regarding precise definitions and studies conducted that are related to this, I would love to hear about it. I am willing to grow and abandon words for better, more precise ones. Please email me or comment below if you want to engage in a constructive discussion or ask questions!Subscribe to the Channel: youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1For private lessons or inquires email me at voicelessonswithgreg@gmail.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
How to Sing with Distortion, growl, fry screams, etc! FREE Live stream lessons with Toni Linke Studio West 2020-12-17 | Hey guys, This livestream is about singing with rough vocal effects such as false vocal fold distortion, arytenoid rattle, growl, creaking, fry screams, etc. All the gnarly, cool sounds that we love from our favorite artists. I'll be joined by my friend and fellow singer/vocal coach Toni Linke! Check out his channel here:youtube.com/watch?v=yBKUdZbZM1o SKIP to 33:00 to fix the technical issues....
Interview and Voice Lesson with Authorized CVT Instructor Philippe Hall Studio West 2020-12-11 | In this video, my friend and previous vocal coach Philippe Hall shares with us his perspective on learning to sing. We do a bit of chatting about various topics and then Philippe and I begin to work on my singing where we demonstrate how to use the CVT modes (overdrive, edge, curbing, and neutral) to sing in various ways. Philippe is currently doing regular weekly livestreams for FREE through his "Singing Revealed" program. Philippe invites vocal coach/singer co-hosts onto the livestream to discuss and share information. I think this is an AMAZING resource for singers because you get exposed to a lot of different ideas that have the potential to really help you as a singer. You can find info about Philippe and the livestream, as well as his upcoming course, here: SingingRevealed.com and here at his channel: youtube.com/channel/UCLy4pOVtzko2tIXgBsH3McQ/featuredWe filmed this video in February this year, but it took awhile for me to get my hands on the footage! I hope you guys enjoyed this video, let me know if you have questions in the comments. If this video was confusing for you, please check out my first CVT video, which explains the basics: youtube.com/watch?v=nLrE-3B8-LwSubscribe to the Channel: youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1For private lessons or inquires email me at voicelessonswithgreg@gmail.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
Vocal Coaches Coach Each Other Studio West 2020-06-22 | Hey guys, Erickson and I have been friends for a few years and always enjoy talking about singing and sharing ideas with one another. We are both mutual fans of the CVT (Complete Vocal Technique) method and thought it would be a good idea to try and teach one another some of our respective skills.I never see videos like this on the internet, and I want to help set a new precedent with what vocal coaching means and is. Being a teacher doesn't mean you know everything. It doesn't mean you aren't flawed and don't have things you can learn. A lot of times we get this impression from teachers in private vocal lessons. We think they are always right and have all the answers. The truth is that the proof is in the pudding. If a teacher can't demonstrate the sound you're looking for then there's not a good reason to suppose they'll be able to help you achieve it. Even if they CAN make the sounds, they may not be able to explain it to you in a way that gets you from point A to point B.That being said, a teacher can help you by sharing their own experiences and using their own concepts to help you. Erickson and I use our voices in different ways and experience different results. We have different abilities. This video is about two teachers who want to learn more by learning from one another. I think ultimately this as example of how you should learn from others and be open to trying things out both as a singer and teacher. Put those questions down below and thanks for watching!You can learn more about Erickson here: http://www.classicaltocontemporary.comMusic credits to @rinclee on Instagram.Shout out to Ali Colack for editing! Subscribe to the Channel: youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1For private lessons or inquires email me at voicelessonswithgreg@gmail.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
An Analysis of CVT (Complete Vocal Technique) Part One! Studio West 2020-01-22 | Hello dear viewers,As mentioned in the video, I am not a certified CVT instructor, I am simply a fan of the method and have been studying it for awhile. You should consider connecting with a certified CVT instructor, like I have done, and also consider purchasing the paid CVT app(there is also a free version) if you wish to understand the CVT system better. While I am not endorsed by CVT to teach their system, I am endorsed by myself to explain any sounds I made in this video, how they are different from other sounds I made in this video, and am fully capable of teaching any sound/action I made in this video. It has taken me awhile to wrap my head around CVT, so I hope my understanding leaves you with a better grasp of it and hopefully sheds some light on what on earth these random words we hear (curbing, edge, hold, etc) are!If you have questions, as always, please let me know In the comments below! Don't be discouraged if you don't understand this right away and are confused. It's okay to be confused when you're learning something difficult and changing the way you think about something!Stay tuned for part two!CVI's Website: https://completevocal.instituteSubscribe to the Channel: youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1For private lessons or inquires email me at voicelessonswithgreg@gmail.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=enP.S. Yes the audio isn't that great and there's some mess ups here and there, crackles and such, my apologies. I will continue to improve with experience so bear with me!Ending music by @rinclee on Insta!
Tennessee Whiskey by Gregory Bystritski (Raw Acoustic Cover) Studio West 2019-07-07 | Warts and all.I was in Mammoth Lakes, California with wilderness all around, slightly worried that a bear was gonna hear me and come eat me. Can you hear the fear in my voice?Not my greatest singing, but meh, no excuses. Thanks for watching!I do not own the rights to this song.Subscribe to the Channel: youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1For private lessons or inquires email me at voicelessonswithgreg@gmail.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
The SECRET to TRANSFORMING your voice: The power of Vocal Empathy Studio West 2019-06-07 | Now, I know most of y'all wanted a "how to sing like video" from me breaking down how to get the sound of a particular singer, but I made this one first because it's my channel and I do what I want to. Jk, I made this one because it was the easiest to do without a lot of preplanning or prep-work. I had a lot of fun making this video, and i hope y'all enjoy it. The next video will be an analysis of CVT (complete vocal technique), before I move onto any singer breakdown videos as I want to establish a framework for analyzing their singing!Thanks for watching, please drop a comment letting me know your thoughts on the concept!Subscribe to the Channel: youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1For private lessons or inquires email me at voicelessonswithgreg@gmail.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
Defining and Creating Mixed Voice Studio West 2019-04-08 | This video is about defining and creating mixed voice, and specifically how I learned to do it. I explain multiple strategies for discovering and cultivating this part of your voice.For an updated explanation of many of the idea's presented here check out my new video's on mixed voice:youtu.be/pNFj2r9b1Isyoutu.be/MQuRHvk4-Qoyoutu.be/K2rl_f1KFP4Subscribe to the Channel: youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1For private lessons or inquires email me at voicelessonswithgreg@gmail.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
Waving Through A Window - (cover by Greg Bystritski) Studio West 2019-02-12 | Hey guys, I hope you enjoy this cover, it was a really fun and challenging to make. I messed up here and there but c'est la vie. I look forward to getting better with practice. I have more content on the way soon, please like, subscribe, and comment to let me know your thoughts. Thanks for watching :) Song: Waving through a WindowMusical: Dear Evan HansenSubscribe to the Channel: youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1For private lessons or inquires email me at voicelessonswithgreg@gmail.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
Live Cover of Tennessee Whiskey (Chris Stapleton) Studio West 2017-09-13 | I was drunk when i sang this.Subscribe to the Channel: youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1For private lessons or inquires email me at voicelessonswithgreg@gmail.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
3 Year Singing Transformation Studio West 2017-09-01 | This is my 3 year singing transformation from when I started learning how to sing better and actively working on my singing/ voice. Along the way I learned so many different things that helped me improve my voice and I now know that learning to sing is about having the drive to do it and the right information to get you there. Subscribe to the Channel: youtube.com/c/GregoryWest/featured?sub_confirmation=1For private lessons or inquires email me at voicelessonswithgreg@gmail.comFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/gregarious_west Follow me on Tic Tok: tiktok.com/@gregarious_west?lang=en
