Preparing yourself and your voice is key to ensuring the best possible voice recording output. Consider your voice as an instrument and you have to take care of it to maintain it in its good condition. In this blog, Dawn Studios will share five tips for preparing your voice for a studio recording session.
#1 Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate
Staying hydrated is one of the most important things you can do for your voice. Drinking an ample amount of water can help your vocal cords stay lubricated to prevent dryness and scratchy throat. Avoid drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes, caffeine intake, and other drinks that can dehydrate you hurting your voice.
#2 Warm Up Your Voice
You need to do vocal exercises for at least 10-15 minutes as just like any other muscle in your body, your vocal cords need to be warmed up before you start recording. Practice the following exercises for the best possible outcomes during your sound recording.
Humming
Lip trills
Scales
The above exercises can help you loosen up your voice and prepare for the recording session:
#3 Do not choose your busy day
You can choose a day when you do not have too many tasks on your to-do list. Get a good night’s sleep the night before the recording. If you are tired and have maybe had a long day planned then your voice will sound tired too and you may struggle to hit the high notes or sustain long phrases.
#4 Eat Right
Choose your food carefully as certain foods can irritate your vocal cords and make them more susceptible to injury.
The foods you can avoid to preserve your vocal health are as follows:
Spicy
Acidic
Dairy products before
The foods you can consume and easily digest for your vocal health are as follows:
Fruits
Vegetables
Lean Protein
#5 Avoid Tight Clothing
Tight clothing can restrict breathing making it difficult to sing or speak. Loose-fitting clothes are highly recommended during sound recording as they allow you to move freely and breathe deeply. Make sure you choose a comfortable outfit that will be too tight enough for effective sound recording.
Preparing your voice for a sound recording session is all about taking care of yourself. You can give your best shot and optimum output for your efforts by staying hydrated, warming up your voice, getting plenty of rest, avoiding irritating foods, and finally, choosing a comfortable outfit. Book your slot in Dawn Studios today to start your sound recording journey.