Vocalist singing at a piano trying to find their vocal range

How to Find Your Vocal Range for Singing Pop and R&B

The key of a sound recording may not always work for you; It may be too high or too low. This doesn’t mean that you can’t sing the song. In this excerpt from Berklee Online’s Improvisation Techniques for Singing Pop and R&B course, Gabrielle Goodman teaches you how to find your vocal range so you can pick a key that will make your voice shine.

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A woman stands outside in the cold, singing and performing music for a crowd of shoppers and revelers.

7 Tips to Keep Your Singing Voice Healthy in Cold Weather

Winter is a challenging time for vocalists between the dry air, frequent traveling and performing, and increased chance of catching a cold. We have some tips to help your vocal cords combat the cold.

Christos Karantais, a Voice Performance major at Berklee Online, sings during a performance.

Voice Performance Student Christos Karantais on Bringing Greek Music to the US

Christos Karantais is among the first students earning his degree in Berklee Online’s new Voice Performance program, and he says his goal is to become an ambassador of Greek music in the United States.

A drummer plays a beat as a vocalist sings.

Singers, Here’s How to Talk to Your Band about Grooves

As a band leader or singer with professional ambitions, being able to describe the sounds we hear in music is crucial. In this course excerpt, Ashlee Varner provides a guide to discussing grooves.

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Singing R&B and Pop: Vocal Improvisation Techniques

Berklee Online course author Gabrielle Goodman discusses the vocal improvisation techniques of famous pop and R&B singers, many of which she has sang with.

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Gabrielle Goodman on Vocal Inspiration and Tips

Vocalist and Berklee Online course author Gabrielle Goodman shares what made her want to become a singer, her top vocal health tips, and advice for performance anxiety.

Prince Charles Alexander

Vocal Production Tips from Prince Charles Alexander

Prince Charles Alexander is the author of multiple vocal production courses at Berklee Online and shares advice for vocalists and producers who are new to the studio.

Jeannie Gagne singing into microphone.

Voice Lessons to Develop Your Singing

In these five singing lessons, learn about breath support, agility and flexibility of the voice, how to match pitch, and more with the help of Jeannie Gagné.

Berklee Online student Eirini Tornesaki singing into a microphone in a recording studio.

Vocal Recording: 10 Tips for a Successful Studio Session

Recording vocals is more stressful than most other instruments, because the quality of the recording depends on so many factors that are all up to you!

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Want a long-term career in music? Embrace these 5 essential habits!