Gentle VOCAL WARM UP for SINGERS | Rehabilitative vocal warmups | 15 minute vocal warmup

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

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[@gems8582]

Your kitty joining in the siren exercise with perfect pitch at 6:15 literally made my day Kathleen...😻😹🎶

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

😂😸

[@dianeshepherdlyricsoprano1394]

THIS IS JUST WHAT I NEEDED! I have rested my voice for a few days because it just didn't seem to be going places as much as I would want. After doing this warm up, it feels better and easier already. Lovely build up throughout the video, gently moving along and working up to a crescendo. Thank you enormously Kathleen, you're a GEM.

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

So glad to hear it!

[@mimismithson5372]

I’m on tour right now and my voice has become tired from a lot of belting, this warm up has been PERFECT and in my performances my voice doesn’t sound tired!!!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad to hear it! Hope your tour is going great.

[@amywendell6860]

Just a note to say thank you. So grateful for this video. I had acute laryngitis and it's taking me a while to get my singing voice back. which stirred up a lot of anxiety in me! Reminded me of having a vocal nodule 20 years ago and a lot of fear came up, remembering how emotional it was to lose my singing voice for a long period of time. Watching you and being guided by your videos has felt reassuring and comforting. I'm already hearing some improvements with vocal quality and range. You have such a reassuring and fun presence, and I love your kitty cat too. You remind me of the singing version of Yoga with Adriene (and her sweet dog Benji), and that's a high compliment! Keep doing your thing, you rock.

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

So glad you are doing well! Glad you like the videos. =)

[@hgdellinger]

I did this warmup and for the first time in forever I had fun singing! I could hit high notes again, and it felt great. I had a bad bout of laryngitis last November that has weakened my voice ever since. I had a couple of months of speech therapy, but while it helped my speaking voice, my singing voice didn't benefit as much. This warmup helped me feel less constricted and more able to move with my voice. I'm genuinely so happy right now, lol. Thank you!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad to hear it!

[@michelleramcharan7282]

Thankful for this

[@JaimehMo]

Always my go to when I have a big performance. Thank you!! 💖💖

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Easy does it! =)

[@enricacunsolo8740]

Not a singer but an interpreter with a recovering voice loss. This feels so gentle, not only on my vocal chords but on my soul. I felt like wanting to cry almost after every exercise. I have a lot of trauma stored in my upper chest and throat. I hope my voice will become more and more powerful with time. Thank you for this!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Ahhh, excellent job noticing al of that. I hope you've been able to move some more energy!

[@bigdaddy-fk5bi]

Im getting back into recording and touring after over 20 years off, this is great.

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Great!

[@bigdaddy-fk5bi]

its been a long time with alot of detours, @@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen

[@LanitaYT]

The cat wants to help, it's Beautiful! Great video.

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

😻🎶 Thanks!

[@sandrapavasovic3198]

Another morning favourite! 😍🙏

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Awesome =)

[@maryannedihayco652]

my voice does feel open! and no acheyness! Thank you

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Love this!

[@wendyhill5344]

You have such a beautiful strong voice. Thank you so much for doing these videos.😊

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Thanks!

[@tarafoley4883]

You are the best! I cried so many tears loosing my voice to perimenopause! I was shocked - had no idea it was even a thing. I appreciate the most when you focus on the mid range because I am definitely loosing that range - while everything drops lower/ it’s changing and doesn’t know where to land. ❤thank you so much. Keep making videos always!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

I commented on the other post, but I'm so glad you're working at it! Keep it up.

[@KatianaSilkiss]

My first time finding your videos and I'm already in love with you Thanks for such great warmups!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

So glad! Enjoy.

[@veronicableackley2382]

Good warmup my voice was very gravely today but this helped thankyou

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad it helped!

[@debbiewheeler4066]

Just what I need. Very helpful. Thanks! (Love your cat 😀!)

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@giovanninino8502]

I shared a video of yours on Instagram and turns out one of my classmates from HS watches you too and we got to connect for a lil bit so thank you !!!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

So cool!

[@teriwalalce5686]

This is the perfect warmup for me. I've had lots of gigs in the last few months with my rock band. 10 shows this month! Your exercises have been amazing! Thanks so much! I am getting ready to record some original music too. I am so glad to have found your channel!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Awesome! Glad to hear =)

[@kassandraayalasongs]

SO good! hello, just came across your video and this is what I needed! been feeling sensitive about singing.. your way of coaching is sunshine totally helps, thank you very much 🥲 gonna keep watching more

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

I'm so glad! Hope you'll check out the other videos as well.

[@rog3129]

I love this one....as I joined Sweet Adeline later in life, and have to exercise my voice in a gentle way, yet effective way...thank you Kathleen! I love your kitties in your videos..

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad you like it!

[@neilbonavita8623]

Brava! Loved it.

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad to hear it!

[@gloriapallares7820]

Thank you very much

[@claudianash9811]

Love this warm up a nd am very excited about all the new warmups and exercises you have been adding lately. They are so helpful. Thanks, Kathleen!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad to hear it!

[@1ILUVANIMALS]

This was amazing thank you so much! Also I love the kitty contribution!!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad you liked it!

[@Ibelieveinathingcalledlove]

I took nine months off from singing after a death in the family. I found these exercises gentle enough to bring my voice back into working form. Thank you for sharing these.

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

I'm so glad you're signing again!

[@maalat]

Love yuh❤

[@shaynstubbs2203]

I think we should all do warm ups with the cat! ❤

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Lol - sounds like a plan.

[@kirivioletlynn9138]

This is an absolutely amazing warmup! Thank you!!!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad you like it!

[@polinamahova5801]

Thank you so much, this warm up is amazing!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad you like it!

[@judylindow2739]

Just discovered your videos ... you/your group is fantastic. Just what I need. And I've been trying all sorts of warmups online. Also good : ) But yours is the best for me right now. 1, your teaching is very clear, 2, your pace is good, 3, having the text up when needed is nice - but one of the most helpful things is, 4, seeing you sing and hearing your voice - I don't know if it's seeing the mouth shape, being able to hear a clear matching pitch, or what. Your titles are very relevant. Thanks!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

I'm so glad you're enjoying my videos!

[@elvisiscat]

🙌Thank you 🐾 to you and your cat-sistant 🥰

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Our pleasure!

[@claribelcamero4289]

I am 59 years old, I used to sing a lot before 2010 but after two very bad colds I stopped singing regularly and lost the softness of the sound of my voice. This worsened with the two years of covid situation. I am enjoying going back to singing step by step, with your guidance, but I realize that I also need exercises aimed at strengthening the abdominal muscles in order to improve my performance. Since I haven't seen all your videos yet, can you point me to one that can help me?

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Hi, thanks for your comment. There are a lot of breath-specific exercises, thought I do advocate for simply singing a lot! I have a video that has some more vigorous exercises - if you'd like to try it, just go easy! Keep singing! Make sure to read the "about" section on this one! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a2jbo4uHgZV6ipo

[@emmazeetube]

Love these!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad to hear it!

[@kallissaa]

nice warm up, i appreciated the tension check ups during session

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad you liked it!

[@speakempathynaomirieger8083]

Really appreciate this warmup! And loved the kitty addition 😻

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad you liked it!!

[@llroman7823]

I'm glad you have your priorities right. Cuddle that cat!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Of course! lol

[@brookestrode7039]

Wow!!! This was amazing. Thank you so much for creating and sharing this! ❤❤❤

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad you liked it!

[@eshawk2059]

BEST VOCAL WARM UP EVER! Thank youuu!!! Liked and subbed 👏🏼💕🙏🏼

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Woohoo! Glad you like it, and welcome.

[@nicoleaiken]

This was super helpful! Thank you :)

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad to hear it!

[@sonicrainboooom5325]

Can non singers use this as well, just as a warm up for loosening, awaking and maybe strengthening the voice? Found your channel maybe a month ago and your video on reviving the voice and cool down are fire

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Absolutely! Hope you enjoy my videos.

[@normapocher9023]

I enjoyed these exercises immensely. Thank you for the therapy.

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@mohammadnikoudell5799]

Hi, thanks alot!. Thanks for your helpful exercises. Mohammad form Iran🙏.

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Welcome!

[@saraanndelcastillo1905]

That was a wonderful warm up

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad you liked it =)

[@janefrye4818]

I had a planned surgery 4 weeks ago where a LMA was placed (thought of as being less harmful to the larynx). After surgery I am unable to vocalize at all in my upper range. I am devastated. I am an alto and could easily reach C5. Currently I can only reach D4. I am seeing an ENT next week. Just wondering if you or others have any experience with this? Thanks

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Hello! I'm sorry you're having to deal with this. ENT and getting scoped is 100% the best choice. Until then, I'd do as much vocal rest as possible until they're sure what's going on so you don't do any further damage. After they know, make sure they hook you up with a speech-language pathologist for the best treatment plan. Once you're cleared to speak/sing, take note of these exercises, which are very common for rehabilitation: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWqzq4aKl6yqbpo Best of luck!

[@janefrye4818]

@@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen Thank you,

[@sammisunshineee]

I got laryngitis and lost my voice completely for a week, mistakenly still tried to sing with the little voice i did have and I lost most of my range. Hoping this will help me get that back :)) Thank you! I'm already feeling like its improved!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

I hope you've taken some good vocal rest and that your voice is coming back. Take it easy!

[@claudiocarbone2225]

Thanks a lot! My voice was a bit out of shape and this was so helpful

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad it helped!

[@jon281991]

Thank you so much ❤

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Sure thing =)

[@janemartin2416]

Thank you and bless you for your help!!!! After much vocal use/abuse (but wonderfully fun) singing with elementary school children, I am now retired. I've enjoyed your videos, in trying to re-gain a nicer vocal sound, vocal reliability, vocal flexibility, trying to "repair" occasional Vocal breaks, the ability to sustain pitches...as someone else commented, there is a weakness in my middle voice (at age 65), too...I love your "Vocal Function/Stemple" video and this "Vocal Rehabilitation" one.... Was "scoped" about 15 years ago. by an ENT, ..no nodules then, insurance allowed for me to go for some sessions at Dayton, OH area facility "Blaine Block Institute". I still do those exercises sometimes... I am also using "The Breather" and "Singing Straw". 😍. My singing is through church choir and occasional other opportunities but my voice has been unreliable. If I get a bad cold? it immediately "goes" to laryngitis. Have cut out coffee...just drink water and herbal teas....Thanks for hearing me...Any tips? are appreciated, but I'm sure that you are very busy!! You're a great teacher. Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge.

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

So glad you're enjoying this and I"m glad you're singing. For sure, if you get a cold or something else, don't push it! It's best to rest until you're better. Sounds like you're doing the right things!

[@janemartin2416]

Thank you so much!!!@@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen

[@lauradesommar434]

thank you for the video! If possible, would like to know: why do we avoid chin moving up and down with siren? is it additional unnecessary movement?

[@annabellelovely4967]

I liked that!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad you hear it!

[@lesegolethaboskosana3393]

you are awesome! thANK YOU

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

You bet!

[@stephenthompson7213]

Excellent! Thank you

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

You're welcome!

[@livarts470]

This is the most wonderful vocal warmup I have ever come across. Thank you so much for your kindness !

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad to hear it!

[@NamingTheTwinsVideo]

So very helpful. Thank-you!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Glad it was helpful!

[@marthajacovoni5162]

Excellent! My endorphins are spinning around now! I’m ready! To speak 😂❤️🙏!Thank you, Kathleen

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

You are so welcome!

[@lauracross7518]

Hi Loving your warm ups - trying to rehabilitate a voice which has suffered from tension and strain. How often /how many reps of each exercise do you suggest ?

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

This is a great follow along video for exactly what you've mentioned. You may need to go a bit by feel - if there's pain or too much tension, or hoarseness, it's probably best to take a little break. Many people find that doing a little bit a few times each day is better than trying to do a lot at once.

[@geegee8625]

Are there vocals excerise ok for guy's with deep voice's I'm a deep baritone?

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

You can most definitely sing any of my warmup in whatever octave works for you. Stick around, I'll have some guest singers join me soon! Here are some suggestions in the mean time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3SxhHeZfNGfpdU kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIfdXpSYrsSHe9k

[@ruqayasrulez]

the cat saying no is so funny im sorry 😭😭 thank you so much though for this, ik its 2 years old but its still helpful ❤️

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

😸❤

[@divinefeminine8427]

I’ve been resting my voice but I feel like I’m ready now

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Excellent!

[@magdalenamiamor6678]

6:11

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

🙂🎶

[@itsnicole11]

I definitely think the cat is needed when doing this

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

It most certainly improves the experience. 😊

[@lizelpascua5215]

Warm up for belting plsss.

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Here ya go! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYqlcoJrZ6yosK8

[@utilitydisk]

hi should males start singing this in mixed voice too?

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Everyone has a similar shift from chest to head... just in different places. Feel free to switch octaves as you feel you need. You may enjoy this one: Mixed Voice Vocal Warmups and Exercises kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqjVlXSqZa6jnKs

[@Ashleh.]

Hi!! My voice always feels super dry after I sing. Im not sure what Im doing wrong

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

That sounds like more of a whole body thing than a vocal technique thing. Hydration and electrolytes are really important, but talk to a health care professional if it's a big problem. A lot of folks will use products like this one: www.biotene.com/dry-mouth-products/moisturizing-mouth-spray/

[@Ashleh.]

@@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen I think it might just be that I don’t drink enough water, thanks!

[@anophoria]

I can't do these higher parts without my throat moving up and my abdomen tensing up. I kinda just wanna give up and cry not even trying to get attention but nothing seems to help 😭

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

Keep at it! It's hard to stay relaxed!

[@llroman7823]

O.k., that siren was too much for the kitty! Such sensitive ears, surprised he didn't flea fast!

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

😂🎵

[@llroman7823]

@@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen Cat loves you so much, clearly, but he doesn't know what to make of that siren! Are you singing in falsetto? I have a deeper voice and it's the only way I can do these. Am I doing it wrong? lol. I am keeping in key at least! : )

[@VocalWarmupsWithKathleen]

@@llroman7823 You can do sirens throughout your range! Try starting in falsetto and slowly bringing it down =)