How 1-on-1 singing lessons helped Julian improve breath control and develop a healthier, confident voice

Julian, an adult singer returning to her vocal practice, had been facing common challenges like breath control issues, vocal tension, and inconsistent tone. 

After a long weekend of singing, she noticed her voice was sore and needed warming up, but she wanted to learn how to sing more healthily and confidently without strain or fatigue. 

That’s when she connected with Sara, a patient and knowledgeable vocal coach from Wiingy. Together, they began working step-by-step on foundational singing skills to unlock Julian’s natural vocal potential.

Why Julian started singing lessons

Julian wanted to overcome tension in her neck and shoulders that interfered with her singing. She also felt unsure about managing her breath and producing a clear, steady tone. 

“It’s a lot about feeling like I just always want to control everything and then that’s when it gets warped… where it doesn’t come out as natural then,” Julian shared.

As an adult learner, she was motivated to build healthier habits and gain better awareness of her voice. She chose 1-on-1 vocal coaching with Sara to get personalized guidance and exercises tailored to her needs.

If you’re returning to singing after a break or want to build confidence gradually, this guide on how to learn singing can help you start and grow.

Real class insight: What Julian worked on with Sara

Vocal warm-ups, posture, and tension release

Sara guided Julian through lip trill warm-ups and emphasized proper posture: “Feel the weight of your back on your hips” and imagine a string pulling you up. 

This opened Julian’s torso for better breath support and helped reduce tension.

Sara also helped Julian release neck and shoulder tension, making singing easier and healthier by using the body as a resonating box, “like the body of a guitar.”

Breath control, tone clarity, and diaphragm activation

They practiced steady airflow with “S” sounds and lip trills to reduce breath loss. Julian noted, “I’m not pushing out enough air.” 

Sara coached her to prevent air escape for a cleaner tone. She introduced diaphragm exercises using consonants like “F, CH, K” to strengthen breath support.

Julian felt the muscle working and Sara stressed, “The better you control that muscle, the better your breathing.”

Pitch accuracy, smooth transitions, and clean starts

Julian practiced gliding between notes to connect vocal registers, which felt “awkward” at first. Sara reassured her that practice would smooth it out. They also worked on clean vocal onsets to avoid wasting breath at the beginning of notes.

Conscious vocal choices and targeted practice

Sara reminded Julian that breathiness should be a deliberate choice, not a default: “Sing breathy because you choose to.” Julian was assigned straw exercises and timed breathing drills to build control. 

Sara encouraged her to pick songs to focus on for personalized technique improvement.

The outcome: Julian’s transformation and growing confidence

Julian’s consistent practice and personalized coaching helped her develop healthier vocal habits, gain greater breath control, and reduce tension. She noticed more ease in her singing and better tonal clarity. 

“I can feel it too in my diaphragm… I think that’s something I just need to practice over and over again,” Julian said, appreciating the gradual but meaningful progress.

The focus on awareness, posture, and breath management gave her a solid foundation for sustainable singing.

What you can learn from Julian’s journey

• Breath control and posture are essential building blocks for healthy singing at any age.
• Tension release and body awareness improve vocal ease and tone quality.
• Vocal progress takes patience, regular practice, and mindful listening to your body.
• Personalized coaching accelerates skill development and addresses unique challenges.

If you’re an adult learner looking to return to singing or improve your vocal health, start your journey confidently with this helpful resource: How to learn singing as an adult.

Try it yourself – book a free trial

Experience the benefits of expert 1-on-1 vocal coaching with tutors like Sara, who:

• Provide customized exercises to develop breath support and reduce tension
• Guide you through posture and vocal technique improvements
• Offer real-time feedback and encouragement for steady progress
• Help you build confidence and expressiveness in your singing

Book your free trial vocal lesson today and discover how personalized attention can transform your voice and boost your singing confidence!

Meet the tutor – Sara González Salamanca

Sara González Salamanca is a passionate vocal coach at Wiingy, specializing in vocal health, breath control, and technique for singers of all levels. 

With a warm and patient teaching style, Sara helps adult learners and returning singers build strong foundational skills and express themselves confidently. Her focus on body awareness and healthy voice production ensures long-term vocal success.

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Footnote: Student’s name has been changed for privacy.