Topmusicanswers
- Is belting bad for your voice?
- How do you start belting?
- What age should you start belting?
- Is belting supposed to hurt?
Is belting bad for your voice?
If you belt incorrectly, it's very easy to damage your voice. ... Your voice gets hoarse when you yell. And belting in the wrong way can lead to hoarseness, nodules or even a vocal hemorrhage. So let's talk about what most people get wrong with belting.
How do you start belting?
A lifted sternum with a head aligned over the body (not in front of) is imperative to experience belting without strain.
- Stand with your feet hip distance apart.
- Soften your knees so they don't lock.
- Tuck your pelvis under you (softly squeeze your butt.)
- Pull up tall out of the hips and waist.
What age should you start belting?
Usually, this happens when kids are between 8 and 12 years old and around 4 feet 9 inches (about 150 centimeters) tall. Seatbelts must be worn correctly for them to work properly. Make sure the lap belt fits comfortably across the thighs (not the stomach) and that your child is not slouching.
Is belting supposed to hurt?
Belting (as with any other sort of singing) should never hurt or cause a sore throat. If it does, you're doing something wrong and should stop instantly. ... If correct singing technique is used, there's no reason a belter can't maintain their voice and belt for most of their life.
