Vocal Tips in 10 with Amber Mogg Cathey

Why Your Vocal Practice Isn’t Working (And How to Fix It)If your vocal practice isn’t translating into real progress… this episode is for you.Most singers think they need to do more—more exercises, more songs, more time.But the real problem? You’re trying to work on too many things at once.In this episode, I break down why that approach keeps you stuck—and what actually works instead.You’ll learn how to focus your practice so your voice can actually improve, not just stay busy.We cover:• The biggest mistake singers make in practice (and why it slows your progress)• How to choose one clear focus that moves your voice forward• A simple way to break songs into manageable, effective chunks• Why slow, intentional repetition works (and mindless run-throughs don’t)• How to build real technique first—then layer in style without losing controlThis isn’t about working harder—it’s about working smarter so you can see (and hear) real results.If you’ve been feeling stuck, frustrated, or like your practice isn’t paying off… this will change how you train your voice.Ready for more support, structure, and real coaching?👉 Join the Vocal Pro Collective🚨 Get a Free Sing Along Warm-Up + Belt Exercise 🖥️ Watch this Episode on YouTube

Most singers focus on what they should be practicing… but overlook something just as important: who they’re learning with.In this episode, vocal coach and Vocal Rehabilitation Specialist Amber Mogg Cathey explores the power of community and group learning—and why it can completely change the way your voice grows.You’ll learn:why group learning builds momentum and accountabilityhow you learn faster by watching other singershow community helps reduce performance anxietyand when one-on-one coaching is still the right choiceWhether it’s a coaching program, a choir, a band, or just a group of friends—there’s real power in learning together, growing together, and making music together.Join the Vocal Pro Collective and start training in a space designed to support your voice every step of the way: https://www.ambermoggcathey.com/collectiveErase Your Break Method & CourseGet a Free Sing Along Warm-Up + Belt Exercise Watch this Episode on YouTube

Ready for mix voice exercises that actually work?In this episode, we build on last week’s foundation with practical drills to help you connect your voice, smooth your break, and develop a strong, flexible mix.Learn how to coordinate your registers, use resonance effectively, and access both power and ease—without forcing.🚨Grab Your FREE 5-Minute Vocal Warm-Up + Bonus Belt Exercise🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube🎙️Erase Your Break method & course🌟Vocal Pro CollectiveMix Voice Foundations EpisodeVocal Resonance EpisodeMix Voice Foundations EpisodeVocal Resonance Episode

If your mix voice feels inconsistent or strained, this episode breaks down the foundational work most singers skip—and how to build a voice that actually coordinates.🚨Grab Your FREE 5-Minute Vocal Warm-Up + Bonus Belt Exercise🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube🎙️Erase Your Break method & course🌟Vocal Pro Collective

Unlock the secret to a voice that carries with ease—without pushing or strain.In this episode, Amber Mogg Cathey shares simple tools and exercises that help singers create a buzzier, more resonant sound. If you’ve ever wondered how great singers develop that forward, vibrant tone, this episode will help you feel exactly where resonance lives and how to activate it.You’ll explore practical exercises like NG sounds, humming, and forward resonance drills that bring vibration into the lips, nose, and cheekbones—helping you find and maintain the resonant “buzz” that makes a voice carry.Amber also shares tactile tools like the “shush finger” technique and bone tapping to help you locate and lock in resonance more consistently.If you want your voice to feel easier, freer, and more resonant, these simple tools will help you unlock it.🚨Grab Your FREE 5-Minute Vocal Warm-Up + Bonus Belt Exercise🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube🌟Vocal Pro Collective

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🌟Vocal Pro Collective

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...🌟Vocal Pro Collective🎥 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