HOW TO SING BETTER USING A STRAW

[@cgnefarious5785]

I just spent 15 minutes watching two grown men blow into straws. This is truly the pinnacle of human evolution.

[@_JayRamsey_]

I love how Sam always finds good points when offering constructive criticism. He seems like an amazing teacher.

[@tylerhackner9731]

Yeah I think he’s very helpful and substantive with what he’s saying

[@AbbyS.Pumpkins]

Yes, for sure! I’m not watching to improve my singing voice (although he is helping). I like watching Sam because he is so knowledgeable on the subject and he explains different styles of singing in ways that are easy to understand. I love listening to his input on celebrity performances. Thanks Sam! Keep it up! ♥️

[@Roanoak]

He is also incredibly blunt which is much appreciated... he doesn't come across rude, he comes across like he genuinely has your best interest in mind.

[@kayelle8005]

I’m not a singer, but the way he critiques makes me want to take lessons with him just for the hell of it.

[@AbbyS.Pumpkins]

I love his facial expressions too! 🤩 His thumbnail pics always pique my curiosity. 🧐

[@Rosannasfriend]

​ I've been using straws for about 3 weeks now. It really helps you with EVERYTHING you're trying to do, including strengthening your diaphragmatic support, increasing vocal power, controlling your airflow, and transitioning through registers . Just amazing.

[@kathy-leew3989]

This reminds me of the Polish Story I used to listen to when I was a kid. It was Colargol, a small bear who always wanted to sing. He traveled to a kingdom of bird, where he met an eagle, who gave him a flute (small and slender like a straw) to sing. He blew it but he swallowed it by accident, it got stuck in his throat but he was able to sing beautifully afterwards. It's a cute little story before bedtime since it involves signing his famous song at the end.

[@lulgrim]

Moral of the story: play the flute and -accidentally- swallow it to sing better

[@carlyrhoades5648]

I had to watch this right when i saw straw and singing better in the same sentence. That's actually a very interesting way to help improve vocals

[@lizzy1955]

When singing and protecting environment come together.

[@tylerhackner9731]

Great combinations

[@AnnaH-qt9nl]

After having recommend straw exercises to me, seeing an example is super helpful!! Great upload !!

[@jamieguererro1140]

I was like 5 or so videos in & just subscribed! I love your videos Sam! I see your passion through your videos & so many people who are already singers or who aren't singers yet but want to be will help them in so many ways. I love to sing but my voice sucks but when I do sing, I sing with my heart which I believe is the most important thing when singing is having heart & passion! When I sing I feel so many beautiful emotions. It's a passion of mine I've had since I was a little girl & now I'm 40. I don't want to be famous. I used to sing in my Church Worship team but don't anymore because I had a Son with Autism & after that didn't have any time to make it to church practices, my life just got so busy & I put music on hold to be the Mother I am today because my kids are my life although I never stopped singing completely...I still sang here & there with solo performances at church or just at home in my shower or going to Karaoke...I never fully let it go completely. U know, I love singing to God with my whole heart & just singing in general. I'm so glad I came across your videos because you're an inspiration to me even though I've only watch like 5 videos. Thank u for the amazing tips I've seen so far, greatly appreciated Sam. I also have a couple of video suggestions: Reviewing random youtubers covers songs, suprising subscribers with vocal lessons & video the process to post on your channel that would be awesome to watch. Thank u again Sam for your passion that u share with others...I don't see your criticism as a bad thing, I see it as being helpful to us who are learning so Thank u so much. Best Wishes this 2020 New Year on your channel & in your life! I look forward to watching more videos as well as watching more that you've posted in the past!

[@echo8630]

"I kinda like the small one, but I'm a real over-blower" Sam - 2019

[@aybcrazybeats8588]

That's what she said

[@leiniie]

This was uploaded at the perfect time because I have been wanting to sing more but didn't know how to improve.

[@GetWellSoonR.E.M.]

I love this exercise! I've played with it for about 2 weeks and I already noticed that my head voice is much more flexible and I'm not pushing as much to reach it. I have a nasty tendency of raising my layrnx and pushing to reach higher head voice tones and this is really helping to keep everything super easy and free. It even gives me more balance in the reat of my voice

[@skabarella]

you can also use it as a tool for asthma excercise (pursed lip technique )

[@Bl4ckD0g]

Yep, it creates PEEP which helps prop the airways open to allow better emptying of the alveoli. I have asthma and am also a partially trained Respiratory Therapist. This maybe could even help people with mild emphysema as well.

[@sandieyarborough5675]

Hmm. Really??

[@dagggfandg4755]

Just came across your channel. .. had a look at some older videos. ... I'm flashed, you're such a sympathetic guy ... never pic on people. ..being really fair, friendly and funny. ... I think I fell in love 😍 ride on. .thumbs up So rare and so refreshing to watch positive people on utube, in the net. ... got a new fan. ... I wish I could sing. ...

[@junehiott4831]

So glad to hear and see you, Sam! Been awhile... Hope you had a great Thanksgiving!❤️

[@MJDiehl22]

This was both amusing AND informative. So basically like all your other videos! :)

[@dropexpectations12]

Just found you today! You have such a bright and welcoming face!!! 😃😃 I'm having fun looking through your videos

[@MelB888]

I came across your channel yesterday and I've watched several videos since. Even though I don't know the terminology well I kind of get what you are talking about in other videos. I usually like humming before singing and even when I was little I hummed all the time before I sang, I think it helps. I just sing at home primarily or if I am alone in an elevator or something.

[@twistedmistress5635]

Just purchased, thanks for the lesson and recommendation, Sam (and promo code 😊)!

[@rachelhaskin5558]

Bought one for my daughter. Thanks for the info!

[@kierafinneke5828]

This is super cool! I’ve been on/off losing my voice (like just the sound of air coming out of my throat) for six months. I’ll have health insurance in January and I’m seeing an ENT then, but might start doing this to start strengthening. Cause ya know. Can’t go on living like this. 🙃

[@kittenthekat]

Recently I've been through my first experiences with teaching, for the first two weeks I struggled a lot because I was too nervous and didn't have much control of my voice so I felt like I spent a entire day speaking even though it was just a couple of hours. Finding this channel really helped me to understand how avoid this tiredness and vocal damage. Now I think using straw could help me a lot since one of the most difficult to me is control how much air I'm using and for some reason I try to compensate it raising the volume of my voice which makes no sense and can be really painful when I have to teach more classes than the usual.

[@luciavarga7247]

Wow this video helps a lot thank you ❤️

[@sunsundks3891]

When you do straw exercise it's a lighter phonation so it helps to find your mix

[@laurapalmer3403]

I recently found your channel and am on a binge. You are amazing at explaining in a way that is complete and makes sense. You absolutely need to do an reaction video of vocalist Mike Patton. I would love to hear the technical explanations of what he does, he has the largest vocal range with no formal training.

[@catharinechen8443]

The hair is looking super cute!

[@chrismartinez144]

Can you react to a live performance of Someone You Loved by Lewis Capaldi? It’s been popular for a bit now, and people say he doesn’t know how to sing and is just screaming his high notes. I want to hear what you have to say about it!

[@BluegrassBlogger]

Would love to see you do a breakdown of a Selena Quintanilla song! Or her Disco Medley!

[@RenatoFontes]

Today I learned that a straw is a singer's best friend 🤔

[@VEXF0R]

I been singing my whole life like everyone but you know what I mean its just there a decent voice I probably been a great voice by now if the trick was a bit more exposed

[@geol1936]

Sam, I hope you see this. Please get "The Voice of Rock," Glenn Hughes, reviewed. Doing underrated Trapeze's "Medusa" (1970) will blow your listeners away. Glenn is 67 now, and he still sounds great in his live shows! His voice will drop your jaw - promise!

[@CalinnVojnngat]

Thanks for explaining this straw technique more in depth, I was curious about it. I have a passion for singing, but my job also requires me to talk a lot, sometimes to students, and I often end up with a sore throat, feeling like I'm choking. Two hours of lesson a week can strain my throat for days. I have fibromyalgia, so my muscles, including throat muscles, are tense *all the time*, no matter what, sometimes I even hurt myself swallowing food or water because the muscles won't relax when they should. This technique looks a bit like yoga for the throat, I'll try it out :)

[@xapokalypse]

Did you try it?

[@Mkbevington]

This is so cool!

[@lkat83]

We've been binging your videos all day. You are awesome. I would love to see you do a video on Maynard From A Perfect Circle, Tool, and Pucifer. Please?

[@laurapalmer3403]

lkat83 he did a video on him. It is really good.

[@jcaylalove8713]

Not sure how I came across your videos but they popped up in my recommend list. Have you done a reaction video of Celine Dion singing? I believe she has the most amazing voice of all time. She is a legend in my opinion. Have enjoyed watching your videos 🤟😊

[@hexicsushi]

I got a pack of different length stainless steel straws from Amazon for like $15. They work great for this and as a regular straw.

[@AlanaBananaCanada]

And are probably horrible for your teeth

[@hexicsushi]

@@AlanaBananaCanada You're not supposed to bite your straws.

[@arielle81181]

I feel like I have asked for this reaction a bunch of times so sorry if it is getting redundant! But please listen to Diana Ankudinova sing Wicked Games. She is like 14 or 15 years old and has an exceptionally strange voice. I would love to get some insight into how she is creating her sound!

[@Linnivarsson]

I use a pipe of glass with my students. We use the pipe in waterpressure. I really want to try this straw, but the shipping to Sweden is why I havent bought one yet.. Have you tried the pipe of glass, and in that case: Are there important differences between the two?

[@_JayRamsey_]

I've tried a pipe of glass, but never for singing. I'm sorry, I had to.

[@Linnivarsson]

I Dont understand your answer!

[@bluelambo5]

@@Linnivarsson he's talking about smoking meth with a glass pipe

[@VEXF0R]

Just bought one

[@miranda_sherman]

Thank you for your captivating videos! I’ve learnt so much! I would really like to see and listen to your reaction to Teddy Swims! ☺️❤️

[@mattiecrombez8714]

pleaaaseee analyse Lzzy Hale from Halestorm! She's my rolemodel when it comes to women in rock :)) LOVE your videos

[@RequiemAmad]

Hey Sam. Do you have any video of you singing in your channel? Cheers!

[@FarOutKidd]

Thank you Mr Sam Johnson! I thoroughly enjoy your style and appreciate your intent to help us all! I too wish to help others improve their speaking skills. What inspired you to choose this direction in life?

[@maryphelan4767]

Hey Sam!! Please analyze Tash Sultana!

[@kayleighteston6143]

Nice video.

[@gabriellaabraham5459]

Would love to see a react to new Falling in Reverse - Losing my Life or Drugs, etc. With the mix of types of singing in one song.

[@Ilonah83]

Does it matter what kind of straw I'm having if I can't really buy that particular one?

[@roygalaasen]

I think he showed a bag of plastic straws in the beginning of the video. Also he said that wider straws are better for practise through water, so I think any straws will do. The reason the straw he is using is good is that it doesn’t pollute as it can be used over and over again. I never heard about this practise technique so I don’t know what the width has for impact. Obviously gives more resistance the smaller the hole is but it seems resistance is not the point. That you are doing it wrong if you push too hard.

[@Ilonah83]

@@roygalaasen Thank you! I can't really find plastic straws anymore in here so maybe I gotta have to find pasta which is straw like haha

[@Ilonah83]

*just change which to that

[@roygalaasen]

Mirja Ilona Korhonen haha! Pasta probably works just fine! Plastic is hard to find anywhere in the world at the moment. Even if paper technically pollutes way more. I guess it dissolves better in the ocean though... Edit: you can edit your own comments. Just click the tree dots beside your comment (on phone) and choose edit. I have no issue with spelling errors as long as I understand the meaning. I make plenty myself. Edit 2: I had a friend once with your last name. He was half Finish, half Norwegian. It is the only time I have seen that name, but it probably is fairly common in Finland. It just woke some old memories from my childhood, lol.

[@Ilonah83]

@@roygalaasen Yeah Korhonen is like the most common Finnish surname at the moment :D

[@kurtking8452]

Soooooo yeah? How can I acquire this straw? I live way over in the Caribbean sea.

[@keepXonXrockin]

(I know I've commented before but I'm still interested in a reaction to Lewis Capaldi's live stuff (maybe older and recent to compare), especially since he's been having to cancel shows the last few days and has previously said things like "you just sing through the pain" - I'm kinda gutted that it seems like he doesn't have a safe technique behind his raspy vocals :/)

[@ANTONYTHEDRAWINGMAN]

great video guys and brilliantly explained..however..can you tell me when you go through the straw to the higher range.do you encourage cord closure or is the throat constantly open.i find that if i close my cords i get a smooth transition from bottom to top and back again.if i do it with an open throat i get breaks. all the best from england guys.

[@mollyringwerm9224]

Is the ring straw better for someone with MTD? Developed it after covid.

[@jestonypacunio4563]

Where can I buy that straw. I'm in the Philippines

[@Mona-bh3lj]

I always do straw exercices before I sing it helps me not to strain. But when I sing without doing straw exercices I always feel pain in my throat (i saw a doctor I have no vocal damages) do you have any advice for me ?😭

[@ExploitTheVibe369]

I'm laughing rite now because you guys have coke straws on necklaces

[@rebeccaspratling2865]

Nah that's too thin 😂

[@Shinigumi]

@@rebeccaspratling2865 Agreed. More like a coffee stirrer.

[@sarasartori6859]

Wow a lot of connoisseurs...

[@VEXF0R]

Definitely not getting my adderall wearing that lol

[@helenecouratier]

Hi Sam ! I’m not a singer but à need m’y voice soon ( a speach for my dad’s funeral , in 4 days ...) but my voice is gone away !!! What can I do to get her back ? 😩

[@AndyDuckala]

Honey and lemon tea my friend - if you have cough drops that may help too :) But the best thing to do is rest your voice. My condolences and I wish you all the best

[@helenecouratier]

BlapDuck Thanks 🙏🏻. I tried shut it all the day 😅 (not easy with a Little 2 years babygirl 😏). But it seems to be better 👍🏻

[@AndyDuckala]

@@helenecouratier all good mate, just trying to help ✊✊

[@hollydendy7294]

I wonder if this would help people with VCD perform their breathing exercises

[@atfinthehouse8631]

Are you blowing or trying to make a noise, sound? What sound?

[@filippoparlanti5185]

Is it normal that I can sing an A4 but with a straw, my voice wants to switch around D4?

[@elephante2002]

Please analyse Aldous Harding!

[@Nonya_13]

What do you think of Philippe Jaroussky French countertenor?

[@CynsCorner]

I was wondering how that thing works!

[@carolinedesigner]

Please review Matt Corby “Brother” on Triple J - you’ll love it.

[@kayelle8005]

carolinedesigner I keep asking for that one too. Fingers crossed.

[@Bl4ckD0g]

I really need to work on my higher ranges while singing. I get alot of voice crack when I try to get higher in pitch.

[@PhireJoy]

omg a Lundquist who is not a hockey player holy crap

[@blucat5223]

no idea how i stumbled apon you're channel but now im hooked. Could you react to some kpop groups? Kpop can be different from a lot of other music because even though everyone in the group sings they don't have to be "good" members can be choosen for their apperence, dancing, raping or charm. A good place to start is probably BTS or my personal favorite Dreamcatcher.

[@livhilton5909]

Love your videos! (wish I could sing lol) This is a really informative and I look forward to your future content. You should def make a video reacting to the AMA awards performances!!

[@tylerlanigan9837]

I recognize that OVOO wants to save some plastic with their design. 100$ is too much for this tool. I saw the price, then went to amazon and bought 1000 plastic straws for 10$. If you want people to seriously consider this, I would make a cheaper option. 30$ is my price limit for something like this. I don't need jewelery or gold or silver. 30$, stainless steel

[@kauaycosta1067]

Sam, where are you from??

[@kauaycosta1067]

Not where are you located, where are you from

[@Rustynailz]

I do this kind of thing using my nose as the air release, but it was mainly for anxiety and stress relief. can you tell me if this is similar or not?

[@katebaker6453]

Hi Sam. I’d love to see you react to tones and I - dance monkey live. Where she’s wearing the red outfit. I think you’d enjoy it. Her voice is soo interesting.

[@jessicabentley7404]

i could have watched another hour of this

[@carolcarol3938]

where have you been??? I've been having Sam withdrawals

[@dancanvocals]

Could you please react to Jessie J singing Reflection on Singer 2018? I'd love to hear your analysis of it.

[@coldmoonlight6361]

7:40 I didn't know you spoke whale

[@margote.roquecordova8252]

Hello, Please react to Camila Cabelo - Living Proof Live AMAs 2019 !

[@eugeneimbangyorteza]

I believe it was Ronnie James Dio who built great support by playing wind instruments.

[@Luciimb]

Hi! Could you please react to rosalía's performance of me quedo contigo in the goya awards? She's a Spanish singer whos famous for mixing flamenco with other music genres and this time she covered that song with a choir. The title of the song means I'd choose you (if I had the chance), the lyrics are about loving someone so much youd choose your lover over wealth, glory, etc. Thanks!

[@tarotworks825]

Are you going to react to Selena Gomez's AMA performance?

[@floresmunozcarol5433]

¿Puedes analizar el video "vromance, star-kbskpop"?

[@thaonhil]

Please review selena Gomez performance at the amas. Wanna know what went wrong there 🥴

[@ernestryles]

She's never been a great live vocalist.

[@ashrose3814]

Please react to the cast of Beetlejuice singing live!!! I’d love for you to analyze Alex Brightman’s voice

[@MrBillDaBear]

You should react to Panic! at the Disco's version of "Into the Unknown" -- Brendon Urie gives Idina Menzel a run for her money!!!

[@ernestryles]

You mean Brendon Urie makes Idina Menzel's version seem like a mediocre karaoke cover

[@limlianhui9462]

I need a straw!! *I always drink hot drinks so just about nv use one*

[@OleDack]

Sam! You should react to "Go To War" (Live @ SiriusXM) by Nothing More! The singer is amazing!

[@reginalomas9305]

Could you do a reaction of EXO's Chen "Beautiful Goodbye" and the new EXO song "Obsession"? Please you're really cool and i love that videos:(

[@marial10]

PLEASE REACT TO RED VELVET SINGING ENGLISH SONGS❤️ the thumbnail is of a girl with red hair❤️❤️

[@wilmarampre]

Please react to more Broadway stars, like Eva Noblezada or Sutton Foster!

[@tashasalva5950]

Please analyze Into the unknown by Panic in the Disco!

[@Walkinjoy]

Can you please react to Home Free? They are an amazing country acappella group. I would recommend How Great thou art, Ring of Fire, O Holy night, Man of Sorrows....all of them are too good to choose😂 I would highly appreciate your reaction, you will be mind blown!!!! If anyone's a fam of Home Free please like so he can see this.

[@zackstone1347]

Is 3 holes closed dangerous?

[@nVinter]

React and analyze I'm not a Warrior sung by Son Seungyeon. She's amazing!

[@jedmartins]

Sam, react to A Great big world and xtina - fall on me live at AMA 2019

[@floresmunozcarol5433]

¿Por qué la voz de Gallant es tan aguda aveces?

[@sarhtoo6024]

You should react to song so hee tearful Doman river. I promise you will not regret it.

[@oliviatippett6888]

You need to react to Kpop Monsta X covering Versace on the Floor! It’s incredible!!

[@Marina-ds2ky]

Please Polina Gagarina Kukushka singer 2019🔥🔥🔥

[@thathobbitlife]

Fun 🤣😂

[@jackyiv]

Could you react to AURORA - It Happened Quiet (Live at Nidarosdomen)?, and even if you don't could you a least check it out? I promise that you will like it...

[@bevq2246]

YES!!!

[@TheHighborn]

Hey. Can you please react to / analyse either: SHADOW OF INTENT - Barren and Breathless Macrocosm ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/joWohaSqYtJ0aKs ) or Shadow Of Intent - Underneath A Sullen Moon ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJfCamymipl1gqs )

[@kellylizhang]

I know that this has nothing to do with this video, but please react to Tell Me, a cover by SEVENTEEN. DK's vocals are totally unreal. It's my favorite cover ever.

[@zackstone1347]

So is this dangerous? My through hurts after using it.

[@SwedePelle]

I just wish you could react to Loreen - Euphoria!