Michael Desmond
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putting out the fire

Started this discussion. Last reply by Alcuin Edwards Oct 18, 2009. 6 Replies

 

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Alcuin Edwards replied to Michael Desmond's discussion 'putting out the fire'
I use mentholyptus extra strong and (if I can) a single Irish without ice before the gig. Then again, I don't have a sore throat, just overactive sinuses. I find drinking beer or milk beforehand, or eating chocolate or cheese tends to mess my…
Oct 18, 2009
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Kirsty Pollock replied to Michael Desmond's discussion 'putting out the fire'
As TripDave says. Water water water. Oh, and sleep is a great healer - really aids the recovery no end. Most of us dont get enough! Do you do the proper 'diaphragm' support thing? really spares the throat. For those medium-high notes -…
Sep 17, 2009
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Gray Dourman replied to Michael Desmond's discussion 'putting out the fire'
There are certain aspects of aging in the vocal mechanism that can be mitigated. The gradual ossicifcation of cartilage can be retarded by constant "exercise" of the voice. Technical "exercises" performed in early morning can be…
May 8, 2009
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Michael Desmond updated their profile May 8, 2009
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Colin Gillman replied to Michael Desmond's discussion 'putting out the fire'
These are great tips - thanks. I am not a 'proper' singer, just a rock hollerer and I have all sorts of problems - not physically though. I have discovered Vocalzone lozenges. I rate them highly. But no dairy? Wow. Drink lots of water, OK.…
May 7, 2009
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Michael Desmond replied to Michael Desmond's discussion 'putting out the fire'
Thanks for the tips,i dont have any breathing probs just a bit of soreness towards the end of the gig, maybe just getting lazy in my old age. cheers Des TripDave said:Simple Vocal Tips First off, if you are experiencing chronic soreness or upper…
May 7, 2009
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TripDave replied to Michael Desmond's discussion 'putting out the fire'
Simple Vocal Tips First off, if you are experiencing chronic soreness or upper respiratory problems, see an EENT doctor. Cough medicines with only the expectorant, GUAIFENESIN are good. They will clear mucus off of the chords. But not any cough…
May 6, 2009
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putting out the fire

I have been a singer for donkeys years but iv,e noticed recently that my throat seems to be a lot soare,r (if there is such a word) after a gig i wonderd if it was just an age thing.A few people drink guinness,someone used to take a cough medicine before he started just wanted to see if others had any ideas.cheersDesSee More
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Esher
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Surrey
What instrument(s) do you play; or if you are signing up as a band, what is its line-up?
singer average rhtyhm guitar
Describe your status, and/or your band's:
looking to form a band
Please tell us more about you, and/or your band/studio etc (including its name)
I have met up with Bob who plays various instruments and are going under the name Rough Rooster,who we have also registerd on rtyd.We are currently wrting our own stuff and are looking for,bass keys,drummer.
we both live in the Surbiton area if you want hear what we sound like look us up under Rough Rooster.
What do you do for a living?
Handyman services

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