I don't understand! Over the span of around 2 weeks, It is just impossible to hit the high notes, and I'm freaking out a lot! I don't want this high voice to go away. I WAS sick for about 3 days and my throat hurt a lot, but I don't know if that's the problem. Every time I try to go high (I don't mean falsetto) My voice actually cracks and goes out of control. My voice doesn't seem to have gotten deeper, but those high notes are just not happening.
Even of my voice settles after puberty, would it still be able to hit those high notes?
2007-06-19 05:47:02 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music ➔ Singing
I'm 16 years old.
2007-06-19 06:01:58 · update #1
It depends. First of all let me say (although I know it might be easier said then done), don't panic! Yes it really does sound like you are going through that old devil called puberty. But the more you freak out, the harder you are going to make it on your voice. Calm down. Relax. Remember, all males, including tenors go through this change. You have to know how to go with the flow, and enjoy those deeper notes that you are capable of singing.
Oh I bet your voice has indeed gotten deeper, you just don't know how to sing in your lower range. And yes it is possible to still sing those high notes if your range allows. The key is to vocalize your range from the bottom to the top. Sing your scales everyday, even if it cracks in some places (as long as you aren't forcing it). Make sure you are breathing properly and make sure you have good posture. If you do this, your voice may not crack as much. Whatever you do, don't scream high notes that your voice will not allow. What you do need to allow, is your voice to naturally take its place. Sing songs that are comfortable in your range. Now is an experimentation period. It is exciting to see what your true voice is turning into. You may have high notes in there, you just don't know how to properly place them. Seek a voice teacher for help. You are at the age that lessons could benefit you. The teacher shouldn't focus on finding your voice type since your voice is changing, but they can teach the basics of singing like breath support, focus, and projection. Most famous male child singers who go into puberty have a good voice teacher to help them deal with this change. Singers like Usher seemed to make the transition well with a vocal teacher, and you can too. If you can't afford one, see if the music academy in your area offers scholarships. If not, seek a choral director for guidance. Don't panic and enjoy the ride!
2007-06-19 08:10:51 · answer #1 · answered by Ms. Chick 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry honey, your voice might not ever be the same again. However, there are exceptions- think about Justin Timberlake. He's like 26 and he can still hit nice high notes. Just rest your voice and don't push yourself until your throat can completely heal from your illness. Gargle with warm salt water 3 times a day. It won't hurt, but it could help.
2007-06-19 05:56:25 · answer #2 · answered by fizzygurrl1980 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try resting your voice by just not straining it. Your might be able to hit the high notes, but most likely (sorry) you won't. This could just be your cold though!
2007-06-19 06:06:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
frustrating isn't it??
it all depends on how old you are....but your voice is subject to change throughout your life..
just don't push it..and when you do try to hit the high notes, look in a mirror and make sure that you're not tilting your head back or straining your neck...
keep trying, but don't strain...it might cause you to get polyps on your vocal chords which aren't fun (unless you're bing crosby of course)
good luck
2007-06-19 05:56:52 · answer #4 · answered by takecareanna 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋