If I may make a suggestion? Talk, don't sing. You've got an incredible amount of talent with your voice, but you've run into the same roadblock I hit a few years back: In attempting to sing, you naturally bring more air through your nose than is natural, creating the somewhat 'nasal' tone heard in that song. My music teacher back at college--some guy with an insane resume--wound up working around this issue by having me "tone-talk" all my songs for a month, and gradually had me transition into holding the notes longer. You might also find that you'll drop an octave as a result. Give it a shot; unlike me, you actually have vocal talent worth working on. *giggle*

I thought you kids weren't talking?

Well, being as he is impersonating a singer that is really rather nasal, it makes sense that his voice would come out sounding nasal. Colin Melloy has a very unique voice, and if you were familiar with the music, you would know that.

So, while I think that your advice might have been useful in some ways, I don't think that the way you phrased it was very constructive. So, maybe think a little more before giving critisism.

Ah! Yes, my apologies, I was unfamiliar with the group. It is a very particular style, and I'll definitely be looking into acquiring a few songs to sample, as it's nothing short of piqued my curiosity. Thanks for the heads up!

they're very good. indy rock meets sea shanties. ^_^

The song is by the Decemberists, whose lead singer is very very nasally. Some of that comes through when I sing the song a result, cause I hear it in my head when I perform.

Not to mention that the only other recording I have of you is from like, three years ago, during a "Meh, I'm bored, so I'll record stuff with a $3 mic in an empty dorm room" bout. I must give you credit, your performance at FC'06 of "Serenade by the ATM" was phenomenal. *giggle*

Judging by The Decemberists apperance on many critical best of lists this year, I'd imagine Colin Meloy is probably glad he didn't have your music teacher. :) You should hear the orginal song.

It's just my opinion, but I personally believe music courses, and art courses, in college squash potential individuality in favor of cookie cutter technique. Just my two cents.

Agreed, and agreed. I got the same feeling from the class I took, and as such, never got so far as to take the "personal style development" courses. The intro classes were to teach the fundamental stuff, in which any "style" one had developed was consequently stripped away in favor of building a strong foundation, much like is commonly done in the Martial Arts world.

...And to steal (and subsequently butcher) a line from Steven Wright: You've put your two sense in, but I'm only gonna give you a penny for your thoughts. Yay for 100% markup. *giggle*

<3 your voice is wonderful.

Thanks, hon! <3

Very haunting, innocent and dreamy, your voice really suits the song.

Well, thanks! That means a lot to me, thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

man, that's pretty good... considerin' what'cha've said were the circumstances... an that's a nice song... I'd never heard it but it sounds wonderful :)

Nice voice, bud. I didn't know you were such a good singer; certainly gutsier than I am. I never sing in front of other people. ;P

Your voice is really cute, it's got to be said and it's nice to here Acoustic music sung which such talent. I'm sure everyone has said it but it's true so shall be said again.

Awww *blushes* thanks man! That means a lot to me! <3

I love that you sing on the consonant. It's a sign of someone who cares more about the story than the voice.

I love your voice, too. *Giggles.* Still, if there is one good thing I took away from college, it is that singing on the vowel sounds annoying, and doesn't get good sound out.

You have a great voice..
I don't think people realize what it can take to sing and play some pieces.
Especially complicated vocal arrangements paired with intricate rhythm structures.

Thank you! I'm glad you like it = )

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