Jamar Esaw serves as the founder and director for Triad:4Christ, an Indiana-based choir group established to revitalize the gospel music scene and enhance the ministry experience. Under Jamar Esaw’s leadership, Triad:4Christ has participated in numerous gospel music events and festivals. The following tips can help choir singers to care for their voice and improve their singing.
1. Stay hydrated. Drinking plenty of water throughout the day helps keep vocal cords healthy. Not drinking enough water can dry out the vocal chords, causing strain and potentially leading you to lose your voice due to the lack of lubrication needed for vibration.
2. Use normal speaking tones. Both yelling and whispering too much can put strain on your vocal chords. Speak in a normal, inside voice as often as you can, even if you might be losing your voice.
3. Perform vocal exercises. Vocal exercises help strengthen your vocal chords and improve your vocal range. Exercises that emphasize head resonance and tone quality are particularly important for choir singers.
4. Find a vocal coach. A vocal coach or teacher can offer guidance for improvement by identifying your strengths and weakness.
