Vocal Tips in 10 with Amber Mogg Cathey

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.
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n 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 tension

If 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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