VoSci Articles
Looking for practical insights, deep dives, and research-backed guidance? You’re in the right place.
This is where we explore the science and art of singing through written content—ranging from how-tos and myth-busting breakdowns to reflections on pedagogy and technique. Some articles expand on podcast episodes, others stand alone. All are here to help you think more clearly, teach more effectively, and sing with confidence.
Whether you’re here for a quick tip or a deep read, this space is designed to help you grow.
What Does Your Nose Know About Singing?
Season 1 | Episode 25 Some singers are told never to sing through their nose. Others are told it’s essential—to “get resonance,” or to “place the sound.” Both can’t be right… or can they? Today on the Voice Science Podcast, we’ll sort out when nasal sound is useful, when it’s not, and how your nose really shapes the voice you produce.Read More
Finding Your Unique Singing Voice
Season 1 | Episode 24 We will begin by unpacking the word unique. The word has two possible definitions: singular, meaning “one of a kind,” or exceptional, as in “remarkably unusual or special.” Much like a person’s fingerprints, every human voice has an element of uniqueness about it, which is why it can be used as an identifier. But, what makes this so?Read More
The Standard: What Excellence in Singing Really Means
Season 1 | Episode 23 I want to talk about something that I don’t think most singers or teachers ever stop to consider. It’s something we all feel, and honestly something we all wrestle with, but it stays in the background. It’s what I call The Standard.Read More
Without Head Voice, You’re Missing Half Your Instrument
Season 1 | Episode 22 Head voice isn’t optional. When singers avoid head voice, it often looks like a choice—but really, it’s a missing foundation. You can’t fully understand your voice without it. In today’s episode, written by Timothy Wilds, we’re going to explore what head voice actually is, how the idea developed, and why voice teachers for centuries have considered it essential.Read More
The Tongue: Hero, Not Hindrance
Season 1 | Episode 21 Most singers think of the tongue as a source of tension or a problem to fix. But what if the real issue isn’t tension—it’s habit? In this episode, Timothy Wilds dismantles the myths surrounding tongue tension and makes the case for celebrating the tongue’s complexity, agility, and central role in vocal production. You’ll explore how tongue habituation affects vowels, consonants, resonance, and even laryngeal position—and…Read More
Does Dairy Ruin Your Voice? And Other Real Questions About Singing
Season 1 | Episode 12 This week, we’re doing something a bit different. Instead of our usual deep-dive into one topic, we took live questions from singers and teachers—and answered them on the spot. It was fast-paced, wide-ranging, and full of insight. Here are the questions we covered: Whether you’re a singer, a teacher, or just curious about the voice—there’s something in this one for you.Read More
Anyone Can Sing: True or False?
Season 1 | Episode 19 What if the real reason people don’t sing isn’t lack of ability—but permission? Today, we’re diving into a question that touches identity, education, and culture: Can anyone learn to sing? And why have so many been told they can’t? Hey, it’s Josh—and welcome back to The Voice Science Podcast, where we cut through the noise and dig into what actually helps singers grow. Today’s episode…Read More
The Audition Isn’t Just the Song: How to Prepare Like a Pro
Season 1 | Episode 18 Here’s something nobody tells you: most casting directors have already made up their minds before you even open your mouth. The way you walk in, your demeanor, whether you followed instructions—it all gets processed in seconds. That’s why audition prep isn’t just about the singing. It’s about everything else you bring into the room. And yes—auditions still make even seasoned performers sweat. Is there a…Read More
Why Your Voice Flips—and Why That’s Normal
Season 1 | Episode 17 Most people take voice lessons for one reason: they want to sing better. That can mean hitting high notes, singing on pitch, or just feeling more confident. Whatever the goal, it usually comes down to replacing worry with the kind of confidence that comes from real understanding and repeatable skills.Read More
Good Teacher, Better Student: What Makes Voice Lessons Actually Work
Season 1 | Episode 16 What makes voice lessons actually work? For a lot of singers, the answer seems simple: find a good teacher. But the real answer’s more complicated—and more powerful. The right teacher matters. So does being the kind of student who actually improves.Read More