Your Vocal Cords and the Balance Point
The primary goal for the JDS Method of Singing is the even blending of the chest voice and head voice. You should be able to move back and forth between these registers with a seamless, fluid blend, without any flips or cracks. The key to achieving an even blend of chest voice and head voice…
New Series on Vocal Technique
In my new vocal technique (15 years in the making), I describe five control systems of the voice: Vocal Cords, Larynx, Pharynx, Air Control, and Outer Muscle. The Larynx system comes first, and you can read about it here in my first article on the systems. Having a stable larynx is the key to expanding…
The Next Big Thing At Disney: Amber Lily
Reprint from Disney Info Net: Hey fans, For those who may not know Amber Lily then let us introduce her to you. Amber Lily was born January 18, 1997 near Los Angeles California but has lived and gone to school most of her life near San Francisco. Amber Lily first sang for an audience at…
Vote for Amber Lily (America’s Got Talent, Radio Disney) to win Disney’s Next Big Thing!
Could Amber Lily be the Next Big Thing? Tell Radio Disney the answer is “Yes!” John D. Scott School of Voice student Amber Lily is one of five select entrants out of thousands for this Radio Disney contest. Amber and her parents will be featured with the other young hopefuls on the Disney Channel, and…
Introduction to the JDSMethod of Singing
The core goal of the JDS Method of Singing is to enable the singer to sing fully throughout their entire vocal range with power and control, and without strain. My approach is to show the singer the critical elements that control the voice, and to coordinate all these systems using the concept of the Balance…
About the John Scott School of Voice
The John Scott School of Voice is the culmination of my dreams as a voice instructor. The goal of the school is to provide professional state of the art training to singers, speakers, and voice instructors, and to help them achieve their full potential in music and public speaking. Our new web site, JDSvoice.com, has…
About John Daniel Scott
John has been teaching music and studying the human voice for over fifteen years. In this time, he has developed a practice strategy to help every singer reach his or her balance point – the intersection of strength, skill, and style that brings the most out of every unique voice. A professional voice instructor, singer,…
Your Larynx Position: The Key to a Healthy Voice
The muscles controlling and surrounding the larynx represent one of the most important control system affecting the human voice. For most singers, learning to stabilize the larynx is essential for vocal health, the increase of range, and the proper blending of chest and head voice. In this article I will attempt to shed some light…
Some Very Exciting Performances Are Coming Up!
On Friday, July 10, see one of our brightest students perform at the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco! Sean Tabor will be joining Bag of Toys and Diego’s Umbrella for a show that is sure to please. General admission tickets are just $14. Sean’s unique take on music combines the edginess of rock…
Announcing the launch of the John Scott School of Voice
I’m excited to announce the launch of my new business, the John Scott School of Voice, the culmination of my dreams as a voice instructor. The goal of the school is to provide professional state of the art training to singers, speakers, and voice instructors, and to help them achieve their full potential in music…