The Vocal Secret No One Talks About: How Tongue Position Transforms Your Singing!

The Tongue

I'd like to address and clear up any misinformation surrounding this topic. There's a lot of talk about manipulating the tongue to achieve a specific vocal color. However, it's crucial to remember that the focus should be on the voice's natural freedom and character, not artificially creating a particular color.

One of the most common issues in contemporary vocal technique is that singers with naturally lighter voices attempt to imitate the darker color of more dramatic singers. This results in an artificial vocal color that lacks identity and resonance, ultimately leading to less volume.

In the intricate realm of vocal technique, the positioning of the tongue often doesn't receive the attention it deserves.

This principle is a key tenet of Maestro Arturo Melocchi's teachings, who stressed the significance of keeping the tongue forward and relaxed during singing. This seemingly simple advice has profound implications on the quality and resonance of the voice.

When the tongue is retracted, it obstructs the vocal tract, hindering the natural passage from the chest to the 'mask' resonances. This can limit the voice's projection and resonance. Conversely, maintaining the tongue forward ensures an open pathway for sound projection, fostering a more resonant and powerful voice.

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Giancarlo Monsalve

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[tenor-haute-contre]

Finally a YT operatic singer who teaches and is not a pretentious d-bag, I can feel a genuine passion for teaching in you :).

[rafaelalexie]

As a van driver I can't wait to be out driving (so I don't annoy anyone) so I can practice the techniques you teach! Thank you, Maestro! Thank you for every bit of information you share with us!

[lukasmiller]

It’s so good to have you back! Maybe when Jonas Kaufmann retires, you’ll be the next “big thing” in the industry concerning tenors.

[qwarlockz]

Love your lessons. They are really clear and usable!

[tjwx]

Interesting video. Honestly though, if George Clooney ever makes a film where he meets his younger self - you need to take that role!

[raphaelhudson]

Extremely impressive Monsalve. Not many people in the world can so what you just did (C to high C tongue out low larynx no retraction).🎉

[lesnuitsblanches]

Hell, that was a really clear explanation, thank you!!

[skari]

Bravo maestro 👏👏👏👏 You've helped me a lot in just two lessons.

[antoniobacciga]

Si È giusto quello che dici,
Il mio maestro è stato uno degli ultimi allievi di Arturo Melocchi.
Mi ha insegnato le stesse cose.
Complimenti

[luisakop]

thank you, this is very helpful. during my studies this has always been my challenge

[yonathansuissa]

What do you think of the ng position ?

[dystopia]

Hi, so should we raise the back of the tongue for high notes?

[bradycall]

1:14 I wished to sound like Ramón Vinay. Unfortunately, I don't have that kind of timbre. If I'm only 19, will my timbre get darker?

[jacquesjordaan]

Thanks buddy, I liked the way you brought this forward. I almost wasted time to practice some random tongue placement exercise for sounds.

[planetcool]

question - i hear vowels but what about the consonants? I get the tongue position you showed where the vowels sound really good but when your singing lyrics, with your tongue out, the consonants won't come through. Just wondering about that. Your vids are excellent and love the advice.

[LeeJCander]

I make false darkness on accident with my lower notes. Almost Kaufman-esque it’s taking training to get out of the habit.

[gato_catindig]

i struggle so much with keeping my larynx low, and i make my larynx low by lowering my tongue😭😭 i dont know what to doo

[Dahjonruby]

Ok how do I book a lesson I have major tongue tension

[димаеганян-бя]

А, что делать, если звук в середине, прям такой же как у вас, но как только я подхожу к верху звук начинает тухнуть?

[NicoAntolo]

Maestro do you think i have a chance to be able to sing tenor range Im a baritone 16 years old and in the first 2 weeks of my training with a tenor coach my range is like E4 but strained but now i can reach G4 a bit strained but a lot of chest voice support and i still dont know how to do some mix voice