Pro Singers: 9 Crazy Vocal Exercises to Sharpen Skills

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Pro Singers: 9 Crazy Vocal Exercises to Sharpen Skills

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Apr 25, 2010

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Here are some fun, crazy and oddly difficult vocal exercises for the professional voice to keep your hearing and singing chops up. Enjoy the challenges from your pro coach Judy Rodman!

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Apr 25, 2010

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Professional coaching and expert interviews for singers and speakers who want to grow their skills and careers. Host Judy Rodman has 5 decades of success in the music and voice industry.

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