Sing Better in Chest Voice

[@itsniane]

Eric: resist the urge to go to the extreme. me: *slowly switches back to Ariana Grande karaoke page*

[@ericarceneaux]

niane LOL!!!

[@hlchooi360]

Wtf 😂😂

[@thepoppyseed431]

Lol

[@silvergoldpetservicesllc3502]

niane. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@keqwaun]

Me😂

[@svrvphimprod]

Holy shit... The "z" technique really changed my singing.

[@ThomasDoubting5]

It's awesome isn't it the best online session ever... Loving it

[@ShagzP]

Its freaking amazing bro. I have a great ear but i couldnt find where that perfect air to vocal cord push and control really came from. If you have ANY decent type voice at all this will bring you another level. It's basically the secret that those who have the gift already do

[@ezra1318]

When I’m famous I’m thanking you for being my vocal coach 🙏🏽😂🔥🔥🙌🏽

[@nithya1372]

Me too!!

[@joelashtonfogle]

Me as well. Well I have my mum as a vocal coach but it helps coming from a man

[@lowlifegaming4629]

So im not the only one who wants to be famous

[@abdulazismodi9693]

Me too hahahha

[@Misaki-wk2xe]

Not everyone can be famous so no lol

[@Taylor1err]

I’m a metal vocalist and we use the same tips when it comes to screaming, anyone who’s learning to sing or scream should use this as a guide for healthy breathing techniques. This video was awesome!

[@natb007]

Always admired you guys and never been able to sound „rock“

[@ryanhanna4808]

Are you in the discord server?

[@Aenigmakil]

Sick. I'm an aspiring metal and soul vocalist. Morbid Angel, Opeth, Zeal and Ardor meets MJ, Stevie Wonder and Sam Cooke, that's the dream!

[@27khiro]

I did the "sss" "sss" "sssssss" while on the toilet and it cured my constipation! THANK YOU!

[@harukiii2005]

Are you for real?

[@athing8846]

PLSNSJABAHAHAHAHA

[@Mine-qx5xe]

Owemjiii yay

[@goodcarbsonly7581]

😂🙌

[@destinir.3301]

Underrated comment 😂😂

[@ubetaromilktea]

By far one of the most helpful teachers EVER on KZbin. I can't stress enough how invaluable your lessons are, and I didn't realize just how great/advanced your techniques and lessons are until I looked elsewhere and found an IRL voice teacher 😭😭 Thanks so much for everything you do!!!!

[@sashakarungi8475]

Chogiwa Park ? What does in valuable men? Does that mean you think Eric’s lessons are NOT VALUABLE!,

[@ajaybrown4579]

@@uwaaa3706 you funny for that one bro

[@lucyfilia5341]

@@ajaybrown4579 u cannot put a price or value for his lessons cause it is that amazing😂😂😂😂

[@Betterdailyy]

Chogiwa Park yes he’s helped my voice soooo much

[@Ugh_kezia]

Chogiwa park Are you kpop fan. Just asking cuz of the pic on the profile ha.

[@blankdayz8807]

Thank you im trying to recover my voice from a bad car accident and a brain injury and this is helping soo much i do have dystonia now which makes it more difficult but damn the difference your series has made is allowing me to regain my voice again and i cannot thank you enough.

[@ericarceneaux]

Christy Thomas Thank you for sharing your story-it’s inspiring! I’m so glad that the lessons are helping, and I wish you much continued success in your recovery 🙏🏽❤️

[@billiethebluebird]

how r u now? :)

[@evadnie2]

So excited you’re back on KZbin! You’ve helped me so much in the past, and it’s timely since I’m getting back into singing now.

[@adamamunu3046]

I second this, thank you Eric!

[@daushusny2739]

You are so kindddd!! You doing it for free, for us. Thank you so muchhhhhhhhh

[@moniquethomas4966]

I've only practiced this for two days and I already hear a noticeable difference. Thank you so much.

[@lunarwisdom2400]

I've been in virtual voice lessons for a year now and I haven't been able figure out what support is supposed to feel like in my body. THIS REALLY CHANGED MY SINGING THANK YOU SO MUCH AHHHHH I can't thank the algorithm enough for recommending your videos to me!!

[@lunarwisdom2400]

You're amazing! Thank you for all that you do! Much love < 3

[@SOHBlue]

4 views. 8 likes. Eric's voice is magic confirmed.

[@clintonobi2015]

The great ones always come back. Super excited to learn more from you.

[@katharinavalentina3484]

I'm an opera singer and I try to learn more about pop singing; this is exactly what we are learning in our studies to start singing healthy and over a great period of time! You are really great ☺️😃

[@sashaerica2747]

I’m currently taking your phase one master class and I can’t even express how wonderful that class is and how much I’ve learned. There’s so much work and organization and knowledge put into it I just want to say thank you for being you and doing what you do. Singing is everything to me and you’ve helped me be able to do what I love more confidently. Thank you so much for making an impact on my life!

[@Slypooch]

Holy shit. Sounded immediately better with the upper abdomen technique. Incredible.

[@keithguenzel2312]

I've searched high and low for this answer, I was always holding my power around my throat. And video after video I've tried many techniques with no real result. My throat area would always feel over flexed and felt as you mentioned like being pulled down or heavy soon as I tried to sing with ANY power. I know my muscle memory was to blame but I couldn't find where to redirect my focus. And man you nailed it, I'm just a guy trying to learn for fun and just amazed and happy you posted this. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@jillhollierleal6017]

Eric, I just (by a miracle) found you on KZbin. I have studied voice for decades beginning at Baylor University. Studied with many voice coaches through the decades. However, you top the cake! Your awesome explanations are food for my soul. Very grateful for you, especially after coming back after COVID year. Thank you!!!

[@piperdarville3592]

if i ever pass this audition and get famous, at my grammy award i’ll make sure to thank you first✋🏽

[@oscarurbano6225]

Fantásticoooooooo 30 años inflando la panza ( ja ja ja ó waa waaa ,) no se si reir o llorar , por consejos de los profes , cuando por fin descubrí esa energía ,me dije a mi mismo , esta energía es alta , es altaaaaaa !!! me dije .. no puede ser ja ja ja ... gracias abrazo grande

[@theindielabeluk]

"SALLY" says you rock dude!!! Am very interested in your breathing bootcamp after taking a fall and breaking my ribs in my back last summer, I've realised how important this frame of structure is and breath in general. I'm beginning to feel it come together with the great support of videos like these. Thank you Sir for sharing this wonderful wisdom! Singing live is just round the corner and this time i wanna do it "RIGHT"

[@ThisIsMe155]

Great stuff!! Thank You.

[@Crowbar11115]

I know this sounds like an exaggeration but you have literally changed my life. I'm a professional Voice Actor and I held sooooo much tension in my throat while performing and singing. I could tell something was "wrong" with my voice despite booking a lot of gigs over the last 8 years of Voice Acting. Today was the first day I felt like I was speaking/singing with MY voice. I worked today and sang and felt ZERO tension in my throat. My voice finally sounds full and powerful and my ability to stay on pitch felt like second nature. Thank you so much for this lesson!

[@reneesoriginal]

I was really struggling with running out of breath and not using my real voice but these exercises helped almost instantly thank you!!

[@francitamartin]

Start off Gently... Me: looking for lyrics to Whitney Houston’s ( I will always love you) And iiiiiiiiiei will always love youuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu, ooooooooooh

[@sophiabeatrixsarmiento2693]

This is the secret to open up the throat. Thank you so much Eric. You are a blessing to the world ❣

[@mrmosby1]

Hey, I want to thank you for making this video. I've been recorded and toured as a rapper for years and started working on becoming a singer a couple years ago. You taught me how to keep that muscle engaged and it made me sound better instantly. Thanks!

[@ReganKeely]

Addressing the vocal weight in the throat literally just cleared so much of my singing struggle- thank you and God bless you!!

[@VIDEOHEREBOB]

So spot on true. So many beginning singers fail to realize the development needed below the glottis before you go near certain kinds of songs.

[@lindafrench1178]

What a thoughtful, intelligent, caring and entertaining coach you are. AND~your voice is absolutely beautiful!

[@ultrahappyalarm6958]

Wow this intro is incredible I've been scouring youtube for a week before I found this. Exactly what I needed: isolating that muscle!! Now I can work it out!! I'm dying to learn more and will definitely be checking out your very reasonably priced series on the matter. Thanks so much!!

[@jamesdeveron3585]

My man, I followed you through this and immediately achieved strong vibrato on my voice, and a great tone over what I've experienced so far! I'm bringing this info to my vocal tutor and smack him with it 😂

[@ericarceneaux]

LOL!!! Glad I could help 🙏🏽😂

[@ЮрийОгородников-л8я]

I FINALLY GET TO BREATHE! Beautifully explained. You are amazing!

[@alexanderhirst1171]

Dude I've watched tons of singing practise/help vids over the years and yours always seem to fill in the blanks, you know your stuff and how to communicate it, thank you, so much

[@verdean11]

Eric, the best thing about these exercises is that we can do them wherever we feel like it, and see actual improvements. Ever since your first course on breathing I be at my desk at work Z'ing and hissing all day. I'll definitely look into this new bootcamp.

[@zyxalag2361]

Awesome such a helpful video!

[@laragutierrez4610]

Thank you so much, Eric! This convinced me to finally go out there and work on my voice despite my fear of performing! You're such a blessing

[@victoria1718]

I swear you and Cheryl Porter will make me the singer that I want to be

[@rebkaro4437]

Yes!

[@Cwickraw]

Need more videos like this bro great job Bro

[@ailishbethd4033]

This is so interesting. I'm an experienced singer who was classically trained, but I've never been taught this. And I sure do want to slightly extend the range upwards in my chest voice. Thank you😊

[@faruknane]

It really helped. I had problems even with speaking in normal voice. I once tried to push my chest forward. It took the force from throat to stomach. So my throat got relaxed. Thank you so much for teaching that.

[@ninathecrab]

found a vocal coach, but I think in truth I need to be taught by you. You are always my go to, ever since I was 14... I'm 20 now! Once out of my month agreement, definitely going to head to your website and be in your bootcamp!!

[@jakeHenri-u5h]

This is fantastic. I’m a gigging musician. This is just taking me to another level, especially the back breathing and the zzzzzzs Thanks so much God bless you, brother

[@CaliLiliIndies]

Your humour and kindness makes your work - a comforting place to be ... At a time when the world is so challenging ... You are doing soul work ...🕊️

[@queencrypto3009]

Eric, don't feel bad for advertising! You have been more than gracious with free information and lessons. You are the best on the planet at what you do. No shame in advertising because you're lessons are worth every penny! I absolutely love you!

[@Luisinuay]

i've never found any good Vocal Coach in my vocal range until I got to this channel! keep it up!

[@laurenvandevendel7743]

You seem like such a caring personable teacher! Glad I found your page.

[@artymunoz5060]

I started singing for my church as the song leader Thank you for your help. Seriously. You’re the best on KZbin

[@MrKiwi4lyfe]

Dude you have no idea how long (20 years +) i've been looking for someone like you! Straight to the point, none of those beat around the bushs. Thank you , i'm a gonna start working from this and i'll keep you posted. Cheers and God bless

[@kaito100ful]

O my God this video made my voice not strain anymore you're the best teacher ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@sarabenson2918]

I’m here because I’m trying to learn how to sing Demi Lovato’s stone cold, and I’m trying to do it safely for once. This is very helpful, thank you

[@9zhivago]

I didn't have a clue about supporting my voice before this video. This was a great, huge step forward. Thanks so much, Eric.

[@Arcticpagan]

Since I found your videos my singing has gone from ok to way better, singing every day and find joy in it ❤

[@robynwilliams7326]

I found it, the hiss worked for me! I love your teaching methods!💕 I'm so happy to see you back; you look amazing!

[@jamessanders2007]

Legend Eric. So stoked you're on doing KZbin again!

[@yolkycheeks]

I have watched so many breath control, resistance videos on KZbin and yours are by far the most helpful and most understandable for a newbie like me to follow! Thank you so much !!!

[@AbnormaalTsi]

Wow i rly noticed improvement in just 17 min. Thanks my G, u did an excellent video

[@VelvetWhispererASMR]

TEACH, Coach!! 🙌🏾

[@realifexoxo7394]

Best Voice Coach on KZbin

[@foot942]

My guy is in fighting mode stance

[@jerrysmith3017]

This Z-> Ah Technique is truly a hidden Gem. Thank you for Sharing. So good!!

[@brandonzzz9924]

This video helped me more than any other to make my chest voice easier to use and less strenuous! I just watched this yesterday and can now sing with my normal chest register three half steps lower to what I used to only be able to growl, plus everything is so much cleaner and fuller sounding with way less tension in my throat. This should be the first thing that any new singer learns to prevent injury and improve technique!

[@oshobaadu6272]

I went for a dozen classes with an elderly gentleman back in 2014 in Charlotte (Robert I think, found him on Thumbtack) and later discontinued. Now, after all these years I am realizing that this "ssssss" technique is what he taught me in his very first class!!! I was not very disciplined back then and now that I have started to practise singing on Smule I realized how important a bigger chest range is to sing a song rather than what I have been trying to do all these years - which is trying to improve my head voice/high range. I need to now start incorporating what Eric teaches into my voice training. I hope to find my full voice eventually.

[@EMR80]

I seen you come a long way, your Platform is crazy huge bro. Your an inspiration.

[@ThankYouUniverse]

Yeees! This video makes me so excited to get that mind muscle connection going and get better at singing! Thank you so much Eric! :D

[@bozumoyo3277]

Just got back into watching your videos yesterday (for the vocal training series) and you upload today!! Stay blessed man your channel is so helpful 🙌🏾✨

[@sandyandybent]

We love you been following you for 10yrs now 🤣❤❤woow how times flies...More Grace and thanks for been you

[@krztvl_v2]

Man you've made me be surprised of myself, I play the piano but have always wanted to be able to sing at the same time, and everyone always told me I can reach the notes quite well since I have a good ear, but that I struggle to not make it sound strained. But your video immediately changed that! Some singer friends told me I should tense my abdomen like when we stand up from a chair, but your way of identifying and tensing the muscle is completely different and yielded immediate results, thank you so much !

[@jillhollierleal6017]

Very good "sensual and visual" explanation. I so enjoy watching your lessons. I've studied singing since college....decades. You are such a breath of fresh intelligent teaching. Plus, your singing is gorgeous!

[@eddiev73]

Eric, i have seen three of your videos. I have to say, your videos helps me and i will dedicate myself to working on these techniques. In hope's brings others in the church, and even to the choir. You are awesome!

[@campbellmoon]

Thank you so much! This is the first video I've ever encountered on KZbin that has actually helped me to understand how a chest voice works, and how I can actually develop it. I feel like most other teachers emphasize ways to develop it that are actually harmful for your voice, and that's coming from past experience.

[@vennela2142]

i can feel i kind of power to my vocals after switch from zz to ah !! i don't know i feel good after doing this !! thanks eric

[@ryanrepasky4619]

This was super helpful. The skeleton visual was a helpful touch too, being a more visual person.

[@esiracastillo]

I normally feel very tired after a full vocal warmup. I just applied this technique of expanding the ribs and actively engaging the epigastrium (diamond) for the first time ,and I do not feel NOWHERE NEAR as tired as I did before when I wasn't using my body for support. The voice is also more powerful, fuller and it finally feels like am not lifting a heavy boulder on the high notes. The high notes become more of an "attitude" let out with a sigh but the mechanism of the body support is the same on high or low notes. This expansion of the ribs on the inhale and pushing the epigastrium "button" is s a game changer! Like an added turbo.

[@osaserevanessaonaiwu6137]

This has done wonder to my voice in 20minutes. You need to listen to my records before and after. Effortlessly singing now, thank you

[@EmkayZim]

Wow great

[@sirrinacater3760]

I have a lead single going on radio soon and you’ve helped me a ton. I love you so much thank you

[@TheeJordanRossi]

You have no idea how much this helped me. Thank you.

[@musikvonkathi3736]

Finally a Video that explains the mechanisms of diaphragmatic support and on which muscles singers have to work on in a useful way. Thanks a lot!!!

[@KingCharles_theBlack]

I see you were born for teaching people. I am glad to tell you that I hear a difference in my singing. I am not the best singer but I sing better than what I use to. I thank you very much for your lessons. I can't believe I can sing better. And I am comfortable and confident in my singing voice note Best thing is the lessons are free. May God bless you and your family. ❤️✌️

[@nefariousvii5255]

This seriously helped me a lot better than most videos, Thank you seriously for this. A lot of the time I'm just told to sustain this constant 'S' sound with like 5 second pauses, it helped to know and feel where my diaphragm was, much love, thank you again!

[@abelsimia]

I love this video and I am so happy I already can do this things. I sang (ocasionally, for 5 years) but I started to do it more serious and these videos has helped me soooo much! Thank you!!!

[@abbieandaustin548]

The best vocal support video I've ever watched

[@cillamwn9716]

Eric after years of trying to understand singing from the diaphragm I finally found it in my body 😁 thank you

[@Freethered]

eric youre too funny. i be laughing my arse off trying to stay focused lmaooo

[@teresaeubanks4089]

Just watching and trying this. I feel hopeful oddly enough. Thank you for what you do.

[@blackibah]

There's something that I've realized today about my voice. I also struggle to get to that point where my voice is nice, clean and polished. It always feels like I'm blocking my vocals somehow from coming out. So, I decided to speak with the deeper voice in me that I always wake up with and end up ditching as the day passes....dear Lord, that was the best workout ever for my voice. I spoke random sentences to myself for about 20mins just trying to connect with it. My natural God ordained voice that's not 2 octaves high lol literally helped me sing better today. I don't know if there is a name for it but I guess the foundation of singing starts with getting in touch with your real voice and then everything else becomes easier. Hope this helps someone out there....xxx

[@aloadofwhat]

Black Ibah Right on Ibah. Paradoxically, sometimes singing is a journey back, not forward

[@TayTheAncient]

Lol I'm a Bass too my voice use to not be able to go 2 octaves and I was so mad but I kept practicing and I got 2 octaves chest and 1.5 with head so that's 3.5 octaves!!! Just keep trying to sing higher and support the sound it will get easier

[@RB_Musik]

I started my musical journey from your exercises Eric! I've come pretty far and still learning :)

[@EmiliaGarth]

Your videos and your sense of humor are awesome! Thank you for sharing and keeping all of us singing safely :)

[@daniellehughes9123]

Wow Eric! Thank you for and winning video! I learned so much and you answered the question of how to truly use your diaphragm to enhance your voice. My vocal coach used to tell me to use it, but he didn't explain how to do it! And I've got a big performance tonight! Every extra bir of knowledge helps!

[@mariamshah2432]

I think this is the only channel that I can learn from. There are other channels but they don’t take into account peoples range and start singing at such high notes like fam I’m here so I can get there cuz I’m not there yet. They’ll be like this video is going to help you expand your vocal range to hit higher notes *starts at the top of the piano*. U take this into account which is really helpful to amateurs like me

[@CAPTAIN_CLOCK]

Got this link from a screaming Discord server. I'm still on the singing part, but my voice instantly sounded better after this. Sometimes I get super strong sounds and later have no idea how, now I think I know, so thank you!

[@annanderson1089]

Eric, your videos are all amazing. It has been 1week now since I've been following your vocal and I'm already singing better. I just would like to find my voice and sound me...Thanks for ur time, effort and ur energy..🙏👍🤗

[@ericarceneaux]

That’s so awesome! Glad I could help 😊. Remember: it’s a process. So be patient with yourself. Think of it like fitness; we gradually see the results, incrementally, week-by-week and month-by-month. 🙏🏽😌

[@sun8843]

Okay what the heck. I just reached a note that i could never reach and i literally relate to that vocal weight holy shit this is magic. Thaaanks.

[@kjacob]

Wow man you are back! Million people waiting for you

[@JohnSparkmanandBlackTopHerd]

Working out these muscles and others are so important, and the benefits are not immediate, but with training, we begin to do heavier lifting! Thanks Eric, this was one I hadn’t discovered yet.

[@eumelaniniam3781]

I am a Countertenor 3.8 octaves and this video was right on time. You've done a great thing👊💪👊💪

[@joshbrucks]

Cesare Borgia I Am counter tenor isnt an actual voice type tho. Most people that sing counter tenor parts are in fact baritones. Singing in falsetto.

[@thaparohit4513]

wow you are back you are awesome sir

[@JP-lu5gx]

Thank you Eric! You're a great teacher. Love you!

[@rebdhl86]

I have an amazing voice but find myself getting winded easily and realized how important these warm ups are. Thanks for a great video

[@andreatorano2115]

U have changed my voice with this video. I want to thank you. G#d bless u!!

[@theresaprov]

Hey respect man, some people are just good at teaching and you for sure are! Im 11 minutes in and I’m gonna for sure finish the video but im practicing with you (pausing the video and exercising) and word word word moment for moment I understand what you are explaining... Plain & Simple, Thats SPECIAL ... Thanks 🙏🏿

[@jacquieturner4658]

Thank you so much. You are so talented. I have been preparing to sing a Solo in 2 weeks and actually paused the video practiced it and sang the song and it was almost perfect. Again Thank you!