Im in a choir where they sing mainly classical music(oprah). Im doing well in music so they decided to make me the choir master of the choir. But I have interest in pop music and i also have the voice to go with it. Right now, i seem to be developin Oprah voice which I dont want. Dey love me so much as the choir master and my interests isnt in that kind of music. What shud i do?
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I think you should quit choir and take an extra English course.  Also, if you have an Oprah voice, does this change your ethnicity?  I don't get it.
438913
Same as you - I'd love to be able to sing. I don't want to be famous or anything, but I'd love to have a nice singing voice.
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As my "spiritual leader?"  Of course NOT.\n\nOn the other hand, I have a lot of respect for Oprah.  She's come a long ways and has a good head on her shoulders.
657129
Sing what ever style you want.  Sing like Whitney and Fantasia.  Just do it with virtue.  It is how you say it.  So don't swear, don't sing about a degenerative subject and dress respectably.  You don't have to be forced to sing gospel music. \n\nGod gave you gift.  Use it.  Remember the parable of the men who were given talents?  The man who increased his talents was given a great reward and the one who did nothing with his talents was punished.
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I don't think it is wrong to listen to anything. That is why God gave you the privilege of hearing. You were born into this beautiful country with the freedom to speak,  listen ,voice your opinion and to be you. What you do, nobody should have control over. But, ask yourself..... Do you feel comfortable listening to those classes of music? If you do , OK. Obviously you are having some sort of odd feelings or you wouldn't be asking this question. Follow your heart,
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Do the mechanic job but keep pursuing your dream of singing. But do not let it take over your life. Do it in your spare time.
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I know what you mean, I am a singer as well. Sometimes I feel like that too. I am happy that you have thought about it though, because that means you are aware of it. Some people fall in the trap of thinking that they did something. But anything good in this world comes from it's creator. God bless you and I hope the Lord uses you in magnificent ways!
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You need to set your priorities. Which one are you more commited to? Is there a way to make up your swim practice time. Since it is an individual sport, can you make up your practice time later? Or the same can be asked of chorus. Are you practicing with the group, or can you practice by yourself? Or tell your chorus teacher that you will be doing breathing exercises, then go to swim practice. Kill 2 birds with one stone
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Don't be too hard on yourself... reaching high notes requires you to naturally have them as part of your range, combined with good breathing technique and vocal placement.  Because it is a combination of things, the best thing for you to do is seek a private teacher who is trained classically to show you the safest way of singing high notes.  Then you can apply your technique to any style without putting strain on your cords.  Don't ever try to force them.  Have some lessons, and as you become more relaxed you can practice at home.  I don't know what you are classing as high notes but make sure they are in your range and don't feel bad if you can't sing them.  Chances are you have a really great middle to lower register - and this is a much rarer voice type, so take care.
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Dont waste money with a cd or tape.  Get a REAL voice coach.  If you want a bargain, visit churches.  Many music ministers teach lessons on the side.  Join a choir and they will work with you for free!
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I don't consider not singing to be wholly disrespectful. Some might choose to focus on the game and I have no problem with that. There are other ways to show your commitment to the cause.
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music is music, listen to what you like.....You can still be anything you want :)
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Get a friend (or just do it yourself) to lead a sing-along on a train, subway car, or bus and see what happens. This is something I've wanted to do for a long time, but never have as I don't want to get beaten up by people who think I'm annoying. Several reasons why this might/might not be worthwile:\n-It definately breaks the social norm. Not many people like to be heard loud and clear when they're using public transportation.\n-Very few people actually will sing in public. Most people will only mutter or completely ignore you when you ask them to sing.\n\nGood luck :)
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I have learned that when God calls us to do his work, He has been preparing us for it our whole lives. Whether you sing or preach, you can reach others for the Lord. Keep praying for God's guidance and He will see you through. Our talents are all God given, so if we are actively using them for His service, then we are fulfilling His call. The fact that you are 13 years old and know that God is calling you, lets me know that your desire to serve is real and maybe you should just give it to God and be who you are until He is ready for you.
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Well, obviously you could start taking voice lessons, or at least join a choir, even if it's just a church choir.  Drink lots of water, don't over-sing (scream singing), keep your vowels vertical, and have good diction. These are just general tips, of course, but your best bet is lessons if you've never had training before.
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i dont really know, but i guess, you should search over the internet. But if you can find one, you better join a school choir. i'm also a beginner with this voice lesson. i do join a school choir. i've been doing this for a year, and i guess i has helped. Somehow, i now know  how to sing with my diapraghm but not as good as others. everytime we're having a practice for the choir, we always start it with a vocalization.
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I know, it's hard; you're listening intensely to the music, which makes you listen intently to the backup singers.  \n\nYou need to train yourself to have "selective hearing"; try to concentrate just on the music and your own voice.  You know how when you're having a conversation in a crowded room, you put all your focus on just one person?  It's that muscle.  \n\nIt's the difference between "listening" to the singers and "being aware" of the singers.  It's a skill that can be developed--keep practicing!