Vocal Tips in 10 with Amber Mogg Cathey

Your performance starts long before you step on stage.In this episode of Vocal Tips in 10, Amber Cathey shares the key habits that help singers show up energized, confident, and vocally ready for a performance.Learn how sleep, hydration, and smart food choices impact your voice, how to pace your vocal energy throughout the day, and how to use soundcheck to dial in your setup before the show.If you want to feel stronger, steadier, and more in control on stage, these simple pre-show strategies make all the difference.🚨Grab Your FREE 5-Minute Vocal Warm-Up + Bonus Belt Exercise🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube

So many singers feel like they have a breathing problem.And while that can sometimes be the case, what often feels like poor breath “support” is actually incomplete vocal fold closure — air leaking through the sound instead of being efficiently used.When the vocal folds don’t connect fully and efficiently, phrases can feel breathy, unstable, and exhausting. You may feel like you’re constantly running out of air, when the real issue is coordination at the level of the folds.In this episode of Vocal Tips in 10, we break down one of the most foundational skills in singing: vocal fold adduction. Strong, balanced closure is essential for efficiency, stamina, tone clarity, and stylistic freedom — even (and especially) for highly stylized contemporary singers.Inside this episode, you’ll learn:• How incomplete vocal fold closure can mimic poor breath support• Why “leaky valve” singing makes everything feel harder• Practical exercises to improve vocal fold adduction• How to use vocal fry, glottal onsets, and consonant-vowel combinations strategically• How to strengthen closure without adding tensionIf singing often feels air-heavy, unstable, or more effortful than it should, this episode will help you identify what’s really happening — and give you practical tools to build stronger, more efficient coordination.🚨Grab Your FREE 5-Minute Vocal Warm-Up + Bonus Belt ExerciseMore Links for you...🎤Try 2 weeks of Vocal Pro for FREE 🗣️Book a Free Consultation🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube

Your voice doesn’t exist in isolation — you are the instrument.In this episode of Vocal Tips in 10, Amber Cathey explores how your physical health and mental state directly impact your singing. From injury and illness to stress, fatigue, and even subtle discomfort, what’s happening in your body and mind will always show up in your voice.You’ll learn why tension isn’t just “in your head,” how small physical setbacks can affect technique and confidence, and how to recognize when your voice needs support beyond vocal exercises.If something feels off, it may be time to look beyond the voice itself.Because sustainable singing isn’t just about technique — it’s about caring for the whole instrument.🚨Grab Your FREE 5-Minute Vocal Warm-Up + Bonus Belt ExerciseMore Links for you...🎤Try 2 weeks of Vocal Pro for FREE 🗣️Book a Free Consultation🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube

Reflux doesn’t always show up as heartburn — and for singers, that matters.In this episode, I share my personal experience with laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR), or silent reflux, and how it affected my singing. We talk about the subtle vocal signs many singers miss, how LPR differs from GERD, and why reflux is so often misunderstood in the voice world.I also share practical, singer-friendly ways to support vocal health while navigating reflux, along with when it’s important to seek medical guidance.This conversation is about awareness, support, and building sustainable habits so you can protect your voice and keep singing with confidence.🚨Grab Your FREE 5-Minute Vocal Warm-Up + Bonus Belt ExerciseMore Links for you...🎤Try 2 weeks of Vocal Pro for FREE 🗣️Book a Free Consultation🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube

Have you ever sung a song that means so much to you — but performing it keeps pulling you back into a painful moment?This is a question I hear from singers all the time:How do I deliver an emotional performance without having to relive the hardest feelings every single time?In this episode, I share practical, sustainable tools that help singers communicate deep emotion without emotionally draining themselves. Whether you’re performing original music, covers, or emotionally heavy material night after night, these strategies allow the music to carry the feeling — not your nervous system.You’ll learn how intentional performance choices can make your delivery more compelling, more consistent, and healthier long-term.🚨Grab Your FREE 5-Minute Vocal Warm-Up + Bonus Belt ExerciseMore Links for you...🎤Try 2 weeks of Vocal Pro for FREE 🗣️Book a Free Consultation🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube

What if one small change could make a massive difference in how your voice feels, sounds, and holds up over time?In this episode of Vocal Tips in 10, Amber Cathey breaks down the power of vocal budgeting and why taking short, intentional vocal breaks throughout your day can dramatically improve vocal health, stamina, and longevity.If your voice often feels tired, tight, or inconsistent, this episode offers a smarter, more sustainable approach.🚨Grab Your FREE 5-Minute Vocal Warm-Up + Bonus Belt ExerciseMore Links for you...🎤Try 2 weeks of Vocal Pro for FREE 🗣️Book a Free Consultation🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube

Stress doesn’t just affect your mindset—it affects your voice. In this episode, vocal coach Amber Cathey explains why high notes often feel harder or disappear entirely during stressful seasons. Learn how tension in the body interferes with vocal stretch, and hear simple, practical ways to calm your nervous system, release physical tension, and regain access to your upper range.🚨Grab Your FREE 5-Minute Vocal Warm-Up + Bonus Belt ExerciseMore Links for you...🎤Try 2 weeks of Vocal Pro for FREE 🗣️Book a Free Consultation🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube📧 support@ambermoggcathey.com

In this episode of Vocal Tips in 10, Amber Cathey addresses one of the most common questions singers ask: How do I know if I’m singing wrong?Instead of chasing “perfect” technique, Amber offers a simpler, more grounded approach—two key questions every singer can use to check in with their voice: Does it feel good? and Do I like how it sounds? These questions help singers build trust with their instrument, reduce overthinking, and make more confident vocal choices.This episode encourages singers to listen to their instincts, understand when support might be helpful, and move away from fear-based singing toward a more sustainable, expressive relationship with their voice.🚨Grab Your FREE 5-Minute Vocal Warm-Up + Bonus Belt ExerciseMore Links for you...🎤Try 2 weeks of Vocal Pro for FREE 🗣️Book a Free Consultation🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube

In this Season premiere of Vocal Tips in 10, Amber Mogg Cathey offers a gentle reset for the new year.You'll reflect on what worked and what didn't in your vocal journey in 2025, using clear prompts to help you set supportive goals and intentions for 2026 - without the pressure to do it all at once.The episode also includes five simple vocal exercises to ease your voice back into motion, making it perfect if you've some time over the holidays and want a way to reconnect to singing.🚨Grab Your FREE 5-Minute Vocal Warm-Up + Bonus Belt ExerciseMore Links for you...🎤Try 2 weeks of Vocal Pro for FREE 🗣️Book a Free Consultation🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube