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The Singer's Arsenal

The Singer's Arsenal

By Kristal Cherelle

Transform your voice and build confidence! Learn how to be the best RnB singer you can be with vocal coach Kristal Cherelle of Indie Artist School. Get 1:1 vocal coaching, mentorship check-ins, & custom vocal regimen: www.indieartistschool.com/p/coaching Take the R&B Singer’s Arsenal online course: https://indieartistschool.com/p/onlinesingingcourse Get The Singer’s Journal (vocal habit tracker): https://www.amazon.com/Indie-Artist-School-Singers-Journal/dp/B0BTS6YCTD/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?crid=3BZLHWETVPU58&keywords=singers+journal&qid=1682601225&sprefix=the+singers+journ%2Caps%2C182&sr=
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How to Sing Runs Like Brent Faiyaz & Frank Ocean!

The Singer's ArsenalApr 21, 2021

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Yebba My Mind--How to Sing R&B with Dynamics #yebba #mymind
Mar 04, 202420:08
How to Sing Like Brandy: R&B Riffs, Tone, & Arrangement
Feb 26, 202414:16
Usher 2024 Super Bowl Performance Review: How to Perform Live

Usher 2024 Super Bowl Performance Review: How to Perform Live

What makes a great live performance? In this episode, Kristal Cherelle of Indie Artist School discusses what makes Usher's 2024 Super Bowl performance a show worth learning from. Get The R&B Singer's Arsenal online course: https://indieartistschool.com/p/onlinesingingcourse 1:1 Vocal Coaching: https://www.indieartistschool.com Get The Singer's Journal: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BTS6YCTD/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

Feb 22, 202416:58
How to Sing R&B Runs & Riffs Like Summer Walker

How to Sing R&B Runs & Riffs Like Summer Walker

In this episode of The Singer's Arsenal podcast, Kristal Cherelle of Indie Artist School breaks down how to sing vocal riffs, runs, and trills that Summer Walker sang in her NPR performance of her song from Over It "Playing Games." Get The R&B Singer's Arsenal online course: https://indieartistschool.com/p/onlinesingingcourse 1:1 Vocal Coaching: www.indieartistschool.com Get The Singer's Journal: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BTS6YCTD/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1\

00:00 Intro 01:30 Using Live Performances For Inspiration 02:38 Performance pt. 1 03:49 How to Sing Trills 04:32 Breaking Down Trill Infused Run 05:23 Performance pt. 2 06:18 How to Sing this Run 06:59 Understanding Onset/Attack 07:13 What a Hard Onset Sounds Like 07:19 What a Soft Onset Sounds Like 07:46 If the notes in your run slide 08:15 Fix a Soft Onset 08:49 Fix a Hard Onset 09:54 Try it All Together Slowly 10:28 Try it At Full Speed 10:44 Vibrato Placement 12:10 Outro 12:36 R&B Vocal Coaching, R&B Online Course, Singing Journal

May 03, 202313:23
Unlocking Your Vocal Potential: The Importance of Vocal Warm-Ups and How to Do Them Right
Apr 27, 202312:41
How to Sing R&B Whistle Notes!

How to Sing R&B Whistle Notes!

Join Kristal Cherelle, R&B performer, vocal coach, and founder of Indie  Artist School to learn how to find your whistle register and sing whistle notes with these fun vocal exercises and tricks!  

Referenced Pre-requisite Videos

Get 1:1 R&B Vocal Coaching: www.indieartistschool.com  

Take the R&B Singer's Arsenal Online Course: https://indieartistschool.com/p/onlinesingingcourse

Get Indie Artist School Merch: https://indieartistschool.com/p/merch 

#whistleregister #vocalexercise  #whistlenote #whistlenotes #singing #howtosing #singinglessons #singsmooth #vocalrange #singingtips  #learning #voicelessons #indieartistschool #thesingersarsenal #podcast #musicpodcast #transformyourvoice #rhythmandblues #rnbmusic #rnbsinger #rnbsingers #mariahcarey #vocalcoach #vocalexercises #chantemoore #minnieriperton #howtosinghigh

Mar 06, 202313:06
How to Get Your Voice Back After Losing It!

How to Get Your Voice Back After Losing It!

Lost your voice? Learn 5 steps to take to get it back in this episode of The Singer's Arsenal with Kristal Cherelle of Indie Artist School. 

Get 1:1 Vocal Coaching & Mentorship: www.indieartistschool.com 


 #singing #howtosing #singinglessons #singsmooth #vocalrange #singingtips  #learning #voicelessons #indieartistschool #thesingersarsenal #podcast #musicpodcast #transformyourvoice

Feb 09, 202222:51
How to Sing While Pregnant!

How to Sing While Pregnant!

In this episode of The Singer's Arsenal, Kristal Cherelle of Indie Artist School explains what impact pregnancy can have on singing and other exciting news!

Join Indie Artist School Results Vocal Coaching/Mentorship Program: https://indieartistschool.com

Take The R&B Singer's Arsenal: https://indieartistschool.com/p/preorder

Support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/thesingersarsenal/support


#thesingersarsenal #howtopodcast #musicpodcast #vocalblog #singingpodcast #applepodcast #spotifypodcast #anchorpodcast #podcastersofinstagram #inspiringpodcast #voicelessons  #howtosing #vocalrange  #onlinemusicschool #indieartistschool #independentartistsunite #kristalcherelle #tipsforsingers #singinglessons #musiccommunity #singingtips #learnonyourphone #indieartistmusic #singingteacher #athomelearning  #professionalsinging #vocalcoach #learntosing #voicetraining 

Sep 24, 202109:18
How to Get Famous: The 3 Step Process

How to Get Famous: The 3 Step Process

Learn the 3 step road to fame that many classic and current famous artists like Whitney Houston, Beyonce, Giveon, and H.E.R. have taken. 

Take The R&B Singer's Arsenal online course: https://indieartistschool.com/p/preorder

Get 1:1 Vocal Coaching at Indie Artist School: https://calendly.com/indieartistschool


#howtogetfamous #fame #roadtofame #celebrity #newsingers #top3 #singing #howtosing #singinglessons #singsmooth #vocalrange #singingtips #learning #voicelessons #indieartistschool #thesingersarsenal #podcast #musicpodcast #transformyourvoice #whitneyhouston #beyonce #giveon

Jun 01, 202111:11
A New Singer's Top 3 Problems and How to Solve Them!

A New Singer's Top 3 Problems and How to Solve Them!

Are you a new singer? Learn how to fix your 3 biggest vocal problems right now!

Get The R&B Singer's Arsenal online course: www.indieartistschool.com/p/preorder  

Support this podcast: www.anchor.fm/thesingersarsenal/support

#newsingers #top3 #singing #howtosing #singinglessons #singsmooth #vocalrange #singingtips  #learning #voicelessons #indieartistschool #thesingersarsenal #podcast #musicpodcast #transformyourvoice

May 20, 202117:03
Top 5 Things I Learned as a Professional Singer!
May 14, 202117:46
How to Sing Vocal Runs (Part 2!)

How to Sing Vocal Runs (Part 2!)

You asked for it! After the last two episodes about singing vocal runs like Brent Faiyaz, Frank Ocean, SZA, and Jhene Aiko--you asked for a more detailed episode about the techniques used when singing runs! 

 Learn more at: www.indieartistschool.com 

Take my r&b singing course, The R&B Singer's Arsenal: https://indieartistschool.com/p/preorder


#rnb #singing #howtosing #singinglessons #singsmooth #singingtips  #learning #voicelessons #indieartistschool #thesingersarsenal #podcast #musicpodcast #transformyourvoice #jheneaiko #sza #brentfaiyaz #frankocean

May 07, 202115:26
How to Sing Runs Like Jhene Aiko & SZA!

How to Sing Runs Like Jhene Aiko & SZA!

Today's episode is about two of the most commonly requested artists at Indie Artist School! Learn how to sing runs like Jhene Aiko & Sza!   

Support this podcast: www.anchor.fm/thesingersarsenal/support

Learn more: www.indieartistschool.com

Take The R&B Singer's Arsenal online course: www.indieartistschool.com/p/preorder

Book a Consult to Enroll in 1:1 Vocal Lessons: www.calendly.com/indieartistschool  

#singing #howtosing #singinglessons #singsmooth #vocalrange #singingtips  #learning #voicelessons #indieartistschool #thesingersarsenal #podcast #musicpodcast #transformyourvoice #sza #jheneaiko #hitdifferent #magichour

Apr 30, 202118:26
How to Sing Runs Like Brent Faiyaz & Frank Ocean!

How to Sing Runs Like Brent Faiyaz & Frank Ocean!

In this episode of The Singer's Arsenal, Kristal Cherelle of Indie Artist School breaks down the vocal run styles of Brent Faiyaz & Frank Ocean.

Take the R&B Singer's Arsenal online course! www.indieartistschool.com/p/preorder

Support this podcast: www.anchor.fm/thesingersarsenal/support


#singrnb #singing #howtosing #singinglessons #singsmooth #vocalrange #singingtips #learning #voicelessons #indieartistschool #thesingersarsenal #podcast #musicpodcast #transformyourvoice #brentfaiyaz #frankocean #singlike #singruns #singriffs 

#thernbsingersarsenal

Apr 21, 202114:42
Most Common Questions Singers Ask!
Apr 06, 202112:42
How to Sing with Confidence!

How to Sing with Confidence!

You don't have to let the shackles of nerves stop you from expressing yourself! Learn 3 steps to build your confidence as a singer!   

Book a Free Consult: www.calendly.com/indieartistschool  

#singing #howtosing #singinglessons #singsmooth #vocalrange #singingtips  #learning #voicelessons #indieartistschool #thesingersarsenal #podcast #musicpodcast #transformyourvoice

Jan 30, 202112:42
Stages of a Vocal Breakthrough!
Jan 21, 202111:37
3 Reasons Your Voice Isn't Improving!
Jan 06, 202112:52
How to Sing Better Low Notes!
Dec 11, 202011:20
How to Protect Your Voice in the Winter!
Nov 27, 202012:04
How to Sing with Vibrato!
Nov 19, 202013:02
How to Sing Ad-Libs!
Nov 12, 202013:05
Singing 101: How to Sing Simply!
Nov 06, 202012:29
How to Listen to Music as a Singer!
Nov 04, 202010:20
How to Build Your Music Career!
Nov 02, 202015:59
How to Be a Confident Performer!
Oct 28, 202014:32
How to Sing Notes Longer!
Oct 27, 202013:17
How to Stop Cracking Your Voice: The 3 Step Fix!
Oct 21, 202012:57
How to Prepare for Your First Voice Lesson!
Oct 16, 202012:53
How to Sing with Dynamics: Top 9 Vocal Tricks!
Oct 13, 202015:39
Inspired by Stevie Wonder!
Oct 10, 202018:37
How to Pick the Right Song!
Oct 07, 202012:00
How to Know You're Born to Sing!
Oct 05, 202009:48
Inspired by Jennifer Hudson & Keke Wyatt
Oct 02, 202015:03
How to Find Resonance in Your Voice!
Sep 30, 202011:11
How to Handle Criticism: 7 Steps to Growth
Sep 28, 202012:56
Inspired By: Daniel Caesar & H.E.R.
Sep 26, 202012:12
ULTIMATE Studio Checklist!
Sep 23, 202025:15
How to Crush Your Live Performance!
Sep 21, 202017:26
Inspired by Sade: How to Have a Smooth Voice!

Inspired by Sade: How to Have a Smooth Voice!

"Is it a crime..." In this 'inspired by' episode of The Singer's Arsenal, Kristal Cherelle of Indie Artist School reacts to Sade's live 1985 performance of 'Is it a Crime'. Learn how to master Sade's iconic open and relaxed tongue vocal placement to make your voice smooth, sensual, and rich!

Learn more: https://indie-artist.teachable.com

Support: https://anchor.fm/thesingersarsenal/support

Sep 18, 202014:13
Top 3 Reasons You Hate Your Voice!
Sep 16, 202008:13
How to Sing Better Now!
Sep 14, 202013:56
Inspired by Aretha Franklin: The Queen of Soul
Sep 11, 202012:39
Vocal Arrangement: The Science of Tight Harmonies and Ad Libs
Sep 09, 202020:30
5 Steps to Get Your Mojo Back!

5 Steps to Get Your Mojo Back!

When was the last time you sang? If it's been a while, this episode is for you! In this episode of The Singer's Arsenal, Kristal Cherelle of Indie Artist School discusses the 5 steps to start singing again, ignite your passion, and develop your voice after being out of practice.

Learn more: https://indie-artist.teachable.com

Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thesingersarsenal/support

Sep 07, 202014:35
Inspired by Mariah Carey: Absolute Whistle Register Slayage!

Inspired by Mariah Carey: Absolute Whistle Register Slayage!

"But I like the way I feel...INSIIIIIDDDEEE!" In this 'inspired by' episode of The Singer's Arsenal, Kristal Cherelle of Indie Artist School reacts to Mariah Carey's 1992 outstanding live performance of Emotions and explains the fundamentals of singing in your whistle register.

Learn more: https://indie-artist.teachable.com

Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thesingersarsenal/support

Sep 04, 202010:48
6 Exciting Steps to Release Your Music Successfully!

6 Exciting Steps to Release Your Music Successfully!

You don't have to be scared of releasing your music anymore! In this episode of The Singer's Arsenal, Kristal Cherelle of Indie Artist School discusses the 6 exciting steps to making your release less stressful and more successful!

Learn more: https://indie-artist.teachable.com

Support this anchor: https://anchor.fm/thesingersarsenal/support

Sep 02, 202018:12
The 10 Worst Vocal Habits To Avoid!

The 10 Worst Vocal Habits To Avoid!

Have you done any of these things? In this episode of The Singer's Arsenal, Kristal Cherelle of Indie Artist School shares 10 surprisingly common vocal habits that you should get rid of for once and for all! Listen to find out if you're guilty of any of these vocal sins! 

https://indie-artist.teachable.com

Aug 31, 202017:15
Inspired by Jazmine Sullivan: Belts, runs, and rasp....Oh my!

Inspired by Jazmine Sullivan: Belts, runs, and rasp....Oh my!

Belts, runs, and rasp...Oh my! In this episode, Kristal Cherelle of Indie Artist School reacts to Jazmine Sullivan's 2015 live performance of Forever Don't Last. Breaking down how Jazmine sings her riffs and runs and her powerful mixed belt.

Learn more: https://indie-artist.teachable.com

Aug 28, 202014:07
Tone Deaf to Perfect Pitch: How to Sing in Tune!

Tone Deaf to Perfect Pitch: How to Sing in Tune!

"Wait, was I flat just now?" If you've ever asked yourself this question or don't even know what 'flat' means, then this episode is for you! In this episode of The Singer's Arsenal, Kristal Cherelle of Indie Artist School reacts to Charlie Puth's perfect pitch, plays the 'Pitch Identification' game, and goes over the 5 steps to sing in tune! By the end of this episode, you will know the difference between perfect and relative pitch, know if you're tone deaf or not, and have 5 tools you can use to improve your pitch!

Topics include:

  • Perfect Pitch
  • Relative Pitch
  • Pitch Matching
  • Tone Deafness
  • Pitch Game, Vocal Exercises, and Tools to Improve Pitch

Learn more: https://indie-artist.teachable.com

Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thesingersarsenal/support

Aug 26, 202020:35