Sing Better High Notes with the Singing / Straw (How to Strengthen Your Head Voice)

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Sing Better High Notes with the Singing / Straw (How to Strengthen Your Head Voice) - How can you strengthen your head voice and get more clarity and ease in your high notes? Looking for a way to increase your vocal range and sing higher? In this video I walk you through a vocal workout with the Singing / Straw to help you relax and stretch more easily into your upper vocal register. Just a few minutes a day with the super-efficient and effective Singing / Straw and you’ll see results in no time!
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About the Singing / Straw:
The Singing / Straw is a revolutionary stainless steel straw phonation tool that singers, vocalists, and speakers can use to promote more efficient vocal fold closure and release extra tension. Designed based on the latest voice science, the Singing / Straw makes singing easier, heals sick/tired voices, reinforces healthy resonance, reduces tension, and builds stamina.
Learn more at singingstraw.com/
About the Creator:
Whitney Nichole Cytryn is a vocal coach, singer-songwriter and entrepreneur based in San Francisco, CA. She is incredibly passionate about sharing the magic of expressing & creating music with others. In addition to being the creator of the Singing / Straw, Whitney is the owner and CEO of Songbird Studios, the leading school for vocal coaching in Northern California with 20+ coaches and over 400 student singers aged 8-80.
Video by Niall David Photography 🎥/ Editing by Alyssa Marie Films 🎬

[@fritzianpalomares2862]

This is, by far, the most helpful content i've come across with. Pre-pandemic, i've been using my voice non-stop and during the pandemic, it just drastically stopped. I realized i've been underusing my voice for almost 7 months. Miss Whitney, your warm ups and tips are a HUGE help. You are a blessing!

[@SingingStraw]

Oh thank you so much Fritz, I'm so glad I can help!

[@theodoregrau9647]

If i may say I have difficulty understanding what you are saying ,you talk to fast .

[@oxoelfoxo]

Start 1:11 1 slide 2 siren 3 top down arpeggios 4 downward 5 + glide 5 5-8 argpeggio

[@youngkaiju]

you deserve way much more views and suscribers! it's been 6 months I've been practicing with a straw and your videos really made me improve a lot. i never took singing lessons and I felt like I wasn't improving until I followed your videos! thank you so much

[@SingingStraw]

You are so kind!!! I'm glad to hear that you are noticing an improvement :). Keep up the great work!

[@nelen100]

This is my favourite one thank you❤️

[@goldieperry]

Just noticed the stacking option. I may play with that tomorrow. I was using your warmup no talking video for the past couple of weeks before the challenge, so it is fun to join in the challenge now. Day 3 complete.

[@Tammy.louise666]

Thank you for this xx

[@SingingStraw]

You're so welcome!

[@sashaprendes17]

YES!!! You are everything thank you!!!

[@SingingStraw]

Haha you are SO welcome!!

[@gamestop2914]

love ya ! best voice channel ever

[@SingingStraw]

Thank you!

[@biankahegedus7120]

Loved this as well as all your videos!! You keep me motivated when I need that extra push and I’m so thankful for it🙏 Can’t wait for new videos😍

[@SingingStraw]

Thank you so much! Glad to have you here!

[@cruzjsg8]

THANKS SO MUCH. VERY USEFUL!!!

[@SingingStraw]

You're welcome! So glad this was helpful!

[@martine2a0]

Thank you !!!!

[@SingingStraw]

You're so welcome!

[@creeperpiggy1001]

Thank you very much, Whitney🥰

[@SingingStraw]

You are so welcome!

[@maddie.millward]

this is lovely, thank you!

[@SingingStraw]

Glad you like it!

[@LB-gl8gy]

Another great exercise ~ Thanks, Whitney

[@SingingStraw]

Thank you for listening Linda!

[@Southernbelle123]

Thank you for this video! Helped me tons… ❤

[@SingingStraw]

You're so welcome!

[@anasanu6814]

Maaaammmm😍😍😍 this is soo helpful ❤️❤️ lots of love ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@SingingStraw]

My pleasure 😊 Glad you liked it!

[@yves-mariereme1646]

Thank you.

[@SingingStraw]

You're welcome!

[@marisademore5590]

Excellent. Thank you. :-)

[@SingingStraw]

You are so welcome!

[@uyennguyenthykhanhuyen-ba3299]

Thank you ma'am .I learned a lot

[@SingingStraw]

Glad to hear that!

[@DarkAutumn3D]

I've been a singer, pianist and musician for 27 years. Was trained in 2 school choirs growing up. The highest note I can hit, at the moment, is F an octave above middle C. It can be kinda hard to sing higher because, although I can maybe hit F# and G, I get conscious and it becomes "breathy." From personal experience it IS possible to increase vocal range but, as you said, it's under developed. I can now sing songs that I couldn't really sing before - because I developed my higher range. It doesn't happen over night though and can often take about 3 months.

[@SingingStraw]

Love this! Consistent practicing is key :) So happy to have you here.

[@markstandohar5977]

Definitely one of your best videos for many reasons

[@SingingStraw]

Wow, thanks!

[@cherryblossom-gk2fi]

I really don't know how to thank you. You are my savior angel ❤🌸🥰

[@SingingStraw]

Wow, what a compliment! Thank YOU for being here :)

[@eugene_KE]

Ma'am i love this, iam so light in my upper registet😘,

[@SingingStraw]

That's great!

[@NatasjaJuno]

I'm experiencing a lot of improvement especially in those higher notes and more flexibility in general. Your videos are very very very helpful. Thank you!

[@SingingStraw]

So happy to hear that! Keep up the great work :)

[@conraddiehl6888]

Your exercises with the straw are making a difference to my singing. Thanks so much. I’m a baritone and using the straw is expanding my range in head voice!!!

[@SingingStraw]

That is wonderful!! Glad the exercises are helping you :)

[@alessandro_inno]

Your videos help me inmensely. Like i was strugling to expand my range and i was getting a tired troath and the warm up makesy voice more crisp. This video challenges my range, but i see a slow improvement. And it my vocal chords feel better afterwards. Just a question. Is there a video with higher notes? And what is the highest note in this video? My max note is a g#5, but reaaally pushing it. I want to be able to sing dream on, and that part is that note.

[@PriscaDemarezOfficiel]

In Paris... Waiting for my Singing Straw... Soooo excited ! Thank you for this fantastic equipment and for your work in general !

[@SingingStraw]

You are so welcome! Can't wait for you to get your S/S :)

[@PriscaDemarezOfficiel]

@@SingingStraw got it !!!! Can't believe how efficient it is!!!! Love them (I bought the 3 sizes and love each one for a different work) Thank you soooo much ❤

[@Priscillasings_]

When should one warm up before going onstage or singing, hours or minutes? Does the time difference matters?

[@kaitlynnboyle1753]

Got the singing straw pro a couple days ago and I can already tell the difference. I'm starting on the 4mm to get my voice used to this kind of exercise.

[@SingingStraw]

Yay!! So happy to hear that!

[@chukumawagadugu9427]

I have just received my singing straw Pro. I am really looking forward to making progress.

[@SingingStraw]

So excited for you!

[@TheForgottenPortrait]

can I get a no talking video on this? I LOVEEEE this one!!

[@SingingStraw]

I'll make a note! Thanks!!

[@luliormachea8874]

could you do a video to help us sing better low notes? im a soprano and low notes are like HELL to my voice, i love your videos🥰

[@SingingStraw]

Ooo I'll make a note!!

[@m.e.ellison3815]

I looooove this video. Is there anyway we could get one like this with no talking? I love the explanations the first few times I do the warmup, but after that I’d rather have no talking. Thanks!

[@SingingStraw]

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[@ifbbprokarensmalllivingfre946]

I had lost my range with age , medications and lack of singing. I could go from Miria C to Deone w but lately could hardly carry a tune i was Just devistaded . My sister Told me about you and my range is slowly coming back. Thank you

[@SingingStraw]

So happy that these videos have been helping you! Keep up the great work :)

[@RickyRapidZ]

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[@janmcwilliams5998]

Whew, I couldn’t reach the higher notes🤯I will practice with this video until I can reach them

[@SingingStraw]

Yes!! You got this!! Keep up the great work :)

[@laurenbradshaw6050]

Thank you for this! Do you have any suggestions to smooth onset in the higher notes to keep from popping while using the straw?

[@SingingStraw]

Ooh yes, this is a good idea for a future video! When working onset, you can practice with the straw - so going from just blowing air, to adding sound. Dropping sound again, then adding it back in. Trying to keep the addition of the vocalizing/sound super gentle and easy. Straw will help!

[@simplyb.8959]

Is this helping to build more breath/air control? Thank you!

[@SingingStraw]

It helps with a whole bunch of things! You can learn all about straw phonation on our website: www.singingstraw.com

[@vinylrevivalpensacolalenno7463]

How many times can I do these exercises a day? Thanks! I absolutely love the channel! :)

[@SingingStraw]

So happy you're here!! We recommend once a day, but it's really up to you and what you feel is best for your voice :)

[@wandajames143]

Can you make the best exercises to keep the larynx neutral?

[@SingingStraw]

The S/S does help encourage a more stable and neutral larynx through the back pressure - so that will be a great start. Then I'd encourage you to move to vowels off the straw that have a neutral-low larynx position like the [u] (ooh like in "who") and [ʊ] (the ou sound in "book"). Good luck!

[@yoguie0202]

How can i buy that straw??? 😮

[@robbienelz5596]

Hey Whitney, do you have any videos using the straw,but adding in, or focusing on the pharyngeal voice?

[@SingingStraw]

I think the term "pharyngeal" part of the voice can maybe be a bit confusing - but if you mean easier and more resonant sound, that is one of the main goals of straw work!

[@Singwithyourheart]

If it makes you do vocal fry is that good

[@SingingStraw]

The Singing / Straw actually helps with vocal fry!

[@smilealways7767]

hi Whitney some of the notes i cant reach is there any techniques to expand my range and hit the notes

[@SingingStraw]

Try doubling up on the straw and seeing if you can reach higher notes. Also, be patient and consistent - do a daily slide/stretch warmup and track your highest note. If you're using the straw daily, stretching to the top of your range, you can expect to see an increase in your range within a month or so!

[@sonyaaydell4395]

I know I’m not supposed to hum. Do you keep your voice in a vowel shape as you “sing”. Trying to determine if I’m doing it right. Not feeling tight, but it feels like almost a workout for my voice.

[@SingingStraw]

Good Q. I say allow your mouth and vowel to remain neutral. The resistance can feel like a workout for sure, but make sure you’re not fighting it. Use 2 or 3 at a time to get used to the resistance and let me know how it goes!

[@dlk1202]

where did you get this type of straw?

[@SingingStraw]

singingstraw.com :)

[@aspieangel1988]

I have vocal chord dysfunction and this helps alot but when it kicks in it makes it difficult. It’s a real pain dealing with it.

[@SingingStraw]

I'm so sorry! I always recommend talking with your doctor on things like this. I'm glad this is helping you a little!

[@Geraldell]

Amazing exercises! Thank you very much! Dear Whitney, could you please give me an advise with a song of Maroon 5 "She Will Be Loved". It's still hard for me to take a note, when Adam sings part "and she WIIIIIILL be loved" May be there is some special exercise for this. I could be wrong but it's yodel, I think.

[@SingingStraw]

Thanks Michael! Yes, I listened to a live version (I always recommend that when trying to analyze what another singer is doing because recorded sessions have all kinds of effects on them) and it does sound like he is flipping to a head voice type sound for "will". Try singing it in the S/S and then go back to the lyric and see how it feels!

[@kaceymooney4197]

Is my throat supposed sort of tingily afterwards The feeling as if I’m getting a sore throat ?

[@SingingStraw]

Ah, no we don't want that. I would suggest trying a larger resistance, for shorter periods of time and see if it goes away. Then work your way back up. Also, make sure you are taking care of your vocal health in all other ways as well - hydration, rest etc. Let me know how it goes!

[@manuellujan5625]

Hello guys! I am sure alot of you guys have the actual singing straw. Does anyone have good improvement practicing with the singing straw? I am definitely interested.

[@SingingStraw]

Hey Manuel! So glad to have you here :). Feel free to read through our reviews and comments to hear from users - but the S/S really does help to gain a healthier and more balanced voice! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out!

[@manuellujan5625]

@@SingingStraw thank you for messaging back! Where can I order the singing straw😁

[@tonyv3rd]

When using a singing straw, am I allowing sound out of my nose too? Or only pushing sound out of the straw?

[@SingingStraw]

We want the airflow mostly going through the straw, as that is what helps create the benefit. I often will pinch my nose to make sure I don't have a lot of nasal airflow!

[@yanisperret1171]

Hello from France, M'y singing teacher taught me about thé strzw. But i have passagio break and some tensions in high notes. May I use some more straw exercices in your opinion. When I reach G5 I immediatly go for falsetto. Is thé straw designed to help for falsetto. Thank you so much

[@SingingStraw]

Hi! The Singing / Straw will definitely help! I would suggest checking out some of our other videos and seeing how your voice feels after different exercises. Keep up the great work! You got this :)

[@yanisperret1171]

@@SingingStraw thank you so much. But I can go throught G5... I think it's thé famous 2d passagio... For the first passagio, m'y voice breaks when I go fast... Sincerly

[@sjont]

Should my lips be tightly pressed down on the straw or should it be enough to make sure air doesn't escape?

[@SingingStraw]

Just enough to keep your lips sealed around the straw!

[@carmelarama52]

Hey Whitney I have a question if I will stretch my voice like this and sing through a straw and do it on a daily basis will I be able to get into the whistle register?

[@SingingStraw]

Straw phonation will help you increase your range - and lay a foundation for finding access to your whistle register! Depending on your voice now, you may be able to stretch into that part of your voice on your own, or you may want to get a vocal coach to guide you, but the straw work will help keep your overall voice healthy!

[@sweetj2909]

In high notes my tongue must be resting and not lifting up???

[@anasanu6814]

Is there any breathing exercises for singing with straw ??

[@SingingStraw]

Yes, you can definitely work breathing with the S/S - here's a video to get you started! kzbin.info/www/bejne/l4S7gIebe6toqs0

[@anasanu6814]

@@SingingStraw thank uuu😍😍😍

[@nadiapenafiel4575]

Great videos. One question though. I Have always had huge issues with my low notes. Would the straw help me with that? I thing I have an overall problem of putting too much tension on my vocal chords, and the low notes are the ones that suffer the most. Which exercises can I do to develop my low range?

[@SingingStraw]

Hey Nadia - Yes for sure. The S/S helps to balance out your vocal fold coordination, so if you're too pressed, it will help lighten you up - or if you're too breathy, it will help bring the VF together. Start with using the S/S on your warmups and see how it affects your lower range! I will work on a "building your lower range" video as well!

[@maheashthedaydreamer]

What is essentially difference between basic and pro? Why would not someone invest in pro instead of basic. Is it only fot professional artists

[@SingingStraw]

The Original S/S has three 3mm diameter straws, and you can vary the resistance by using one, two or three at a time (effectively giving you a 3mm, 6mm and 9mm option). The S/S Pro was designed for experienced straw singers who want more control and nuanced variability in their resistance. In the PRO set, we have a 2mm, 3mm (standard) and a 4mm. You can't go wrong with either set, but I generally tell folks that if they are new to straw phonation with a narrow diameter straw, go original. If they have been using thin straws for singing in their practice, go for the PRO. Hope this helps!

[@katherinecaruso9092]

I thought some singers want to have a breathy voice, what is ther difference between the sounds? What is wrong if the voice sounds “breathy,” versus the desirable “breathy” sound?

[@SingingStraw]

There is nothing wrong with a breathy voice! There are so many different styles and preferences out there - always do what feels good for your voice! Focus on what it feels likes. Hope that helps!

[@katherinecaruso9092]

Thank You

[@st9135]

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[@jenniferYvette1978]

I have the singing straws( not the pro) but I'm feeling tightness in my throat as we go higher. Is that normal?

[@SingingStraw]

It may be that you are fighting the resistance. Have you tried using 2 or 3 straws at once?

[@jenniferYvette1978]

@@SingingStraw yes...I used two last night. So I shouldn't fight the resistance?

[@straiktv5739]

Is it alright if my voice is cracking when its D4 , although I have a drammatic tenor ? Lol :(

[@straiktv5739]

And also can I learn how to sing without a vocal coach , just with the singing straw?

[@SingingStraw]

Good question! Don't stress too much about where exactly your voice breaks when using the straw. It doesn't necessarily correspond with that transition on an open vowel or lyric (because different shapings and coordinations will also change where you break). Let the straw do it's work in balancing your voice and then move to song work!

[@SingingStraw]

The S/S will definitely help you learn intuitive healthy and easy singing - but I suggest it in tandem with a talented vocal coach who can help guide you through additional voice challenges!

[@straiktv5739]

@@SingingStraw Thank You very much for Your answers !!!

[@neyshanichole2062]

Do you have to puff out your cheeks when your doing these exercises?

[@SingingStraw]

It's a personal choice, do what feels best for your voice!

[@neyshanichole2062]

@@SingingStraw Ok because I was worried I was doing it wrong the whole time lol thank you!

[@jerrymcdougle4461]

Should you feel the push in your chest?

[@SingingStraw]

By push do you mean resistance? You should definitely feel the resistance, but make sure you are relaxing into it instead of trying to fight it. Let me know if that helps and/or makes sense!

[@jerrymcdougle4461]

@@SingingStraw ok. I feel it! I understand. So doing these everyday will make my voice strong?

[@lusysetiawaty6135]

Thank you so much Coach.. I have a you tube channel.. If you don't mind and if you have a time.. maybe you can give me some inputs.. I will grateful for that

[@SingingStraw]

Hi there! You are SO welcome! I will check it out!

[@diamondb.3413]

it works without straw too lol

[@SingingStraw]

There are so many ways to do SOVT exercises! The Singing / Straw is just my personal favorite :)

[@slashsnakeprick]

Plz make guy voice version 🙏

[@SingingStraw]

Thank you for this feedback! Will keep this in mind! :)