The Vocal Secret No One Talks About: How Tongue Position Transforms Your Singing!

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The Tongue
I'd like to address and clear up any misinformation surrounding this topic. There's a lot of talk about manipulating the tongue to achieve a specific vocal color. However, it's crucial to remember that the focus should be on the voice's natural freedom and character, not artificially creating a particular color.
One of the most common issues in contemporary vocal technique is that singers with naturally lighter voices attempt to imitate the darker color of more dramatic singers. This results in an artificial vocal color that lacks identity and resonance, ultimately leading to less volume.
In the intricate realm of vocal technique, the positioning of the tongue often doesn't receive the attention it deserves.
This principle is a key tenet of Maestro Arturo Melocchi's teachings, who stressed the significance of keeping the tongue forward and relaxed during singing. This seemingly simple advice has profound implications on the quality and resonance of the voice.
When the tongue is retracted, it obstructs the vocal tract, hindering the natural passage from the chest to the 'mask' resonances. This can limit the voice's projection and resonance. Conversely, maintaining the tongue forward ensures an open pathway for sound projection, fostering a more resonant and powerful voice.
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Giancarlo Monsalve
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[@tenor-haute-contre]

Finally a YT operatic singer who teaches and is not a pretentious d-bag, I can feel a genuine passion for teaching in you :).

[@Kiswenndia]

Him and Craig sirrianni, look him up, he trained with Thomas Lomanaco

[@rafaelalexie2417]

As a van driver I can't wait to be out driving (so I don't annoy anyone) so I can practice the techniques you teach! Thank you, Maestro! Thank you for every bit of information you share with us!

[@joshuamclean4588]

I can say i’ve been out in the car lot before and people inside the building still said they can hear 😂

[@lukasmiller486]

It’s so good to have you back! Maybe when Jonas Kaufmann retires, you’ll be the next “big thing” in the industry concerning tenors.

[@refreey]

Your house looks so cool in the back

[@raphaelhudson]

Extremely impressive Monsalve. Not many people in the world can so what you just did (C to high C tongue out low larynx no retraction).🎉

[@lesnuitsblanches]

Hell, that was a really clear explanation, thank you!!

[@tjw52x]

Interesting video. Honestly though, if George Clooney ever makes a film where he meets his younger self - you need to take that role!

[@skari121]

Bravo maestro 👏👏👏👏 You've helped me a lot in just two lessons.

[@jacquesjordaan1417]

Thanks buddy, I liked the way you brought this forward. I almost wasted time to practice some random tongue placement exercise for sounds.

[@antoniobacciga]

Si È giusto quello che dici, Il mio maestro è stato uno degli ultimi allievi di Arturo Melocchi. Mi ha insegnato le stesse cose. Complimenti

[@giancarlomonsalve]

Mi fa piacere che la Vecchia Scuola continui avanti 💪🏻🎶👍🏻

[@Alvaritono77]

Great advice! Thanks!

[@planetcool2240]

question - i hear vowels but what about the consonants? I get the tongue position you showed where the vowels sound really good but when your singing lyrics , with your tongue out, the consonants won't come through. Just wondering about that. Your vids are excellent and love the advice.

[@yonathansuissa8814]

What do you think of the ng position ?

[@LeeJCander]

I make false darkness on accident with my lower notes. Almost Kaufman-esque it’s taking training to get out of the habit.

[@bradycall1889]

Kaufmann lol

[@jm2389]

Thanks Maestro! Does having posterior tongue tie affect the ability to do this?

[@mattallen4154]

Yes it can, but also depends on the severity of the tie.

[@gato_catindig]

i struggle so much with keeping my larynx low, and i make my larynx low by lowering my tongue😭😭 i dont know what to doo

[@user-pf8yi3oy3b]

А, что делать, если звук в середине, прям такой же как у вас, но как только я подхожу к верху звук начинает тухнуть?

[@user-pf8yi3oy3b]

А, звук надо ощущать в одном месте?

[@user-tv9zf7jf9x]

Maestro do you think i have a chance to be able to sing tenor range Im a baritone 16 years old and in the first 2 weeks of my training with a tenor coach my range is like E4 but strained but now i can reach G4 a bit strained but a lot of chest voice support and i still dont know how to do some mix voice

[@ekaterinabazhanova]

Thank you!👌

[@stevenburton7922]

Very well said

[@bradycall1889]

1:14 I wished to sound like Ramón Vinay. Unfortunately, I don't have that kind of timbre. If I'm only 19, will my timbre get darker?

[@Dahjonruby]

Ok how do I book a lesson I have major tongue tension

[@martinrogan6641]

Why do voicecracks happen?

[@rihannaimvu8834]

Singing too much or not enough training

[@czowiekmaszynka6595]

How to break the force and sing C5 . I am not a singer just sining in lonelyness. Greatings from Poland

[@gokceturkmen6015]

sonunda doğru bir teknik !

[@RichardRosario-fv9mx]

GREETINGS FRON SPAIN YOUR FRIEND ACTIVE VOLCANO LYRIC TENOR SPINTO PROFESSIONAL IN ÓPERA BOLEROS AND BALLADS GREETS YOU MY FRIEND. YOUR CLASSES ARE WONDERFUL FRIEND. GOD BLESS YOU MY FRIEND!!! 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👏👏👏👏🗣🗣🗣💯💯💯

[@maihoang4814]

you sing ah mes amis song

[@jaymschow6457]

Bello 👏👏👏

[@scotthogsed]

Bravo tongue, but Jesus! Your onsets are so brutal