Personal Problem: "laying down a track" for UU

[Wiggy]

Starting now, I finally have about 48 hrs. of "real-me-time" to create a video for UU. There will be no complications of mixing or production; just play and sing into the camera. The recording method is adequate.

How-some-ever,

When I'm sitting, I can play better. When I'm standing, I can sing better. (I do use a strap, so that ain't it.)

What am I to do?

 

[Arcy]

When I'm sitting, I can play better. When I'm standing, I can sing better.

What am I to do?

Lean?

 

[Wiggy]

I'm managing to stay at 165.

 

[Wiggy]

Can you multitrack?

No. I want it raw ("simulcast") with no effects. I'll probably make a few more runs at it tonight, then start fresh in the mid-morning after coffee and a decent breakfast which I am prone to skip... most of the time.

 

[KohanMike]

I say stand and practice more. You can't improve your voice if your wind isn't good, but you can improve your playing if you practice.

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[Jan D]

Starting now, I finally have about 48 hrs. of "real-me-time" to create a video for UU. There will be no complications of mixing or production; just play and sing into the camera. The recording method is adequate.

How-some-ever,

When I'm sitting, I can play better. When I'm standing, I can sing better. (I do use a strap, so that ain't it.)

What am I to do?

Try sitting on a bar stool, or any seat that is 24-30 inches high. Even with the increased height, it will still feel like you’re sitting (or perching, in this case). But if you have your feet on the floor, the additional height will stretch your body out more, allowing for greater expansion in the chest area, better breath control, and improved singing.

 

[Wiggy]

Well, here I am in the wee hours... if I really want to sing and play:

I've determined that standing up while I practice playing (at least more often than not) is going to be the solution. I also adjusted my strap to hold the instrument a bit higher. Singing has to have precedent over sitting.

 

[Bill Sheehan]

I'm loving Arcy and Wiggy's battle of "quick comebacks" at posts #2 and #3 above! Pretty sharp, guys!

 

[DuckyI]

When you are sitting down and singing, try to keep your posture and your feet in such a way that you could get up without using your hands. Upright, body slightly leaning forward, sitting on the edge of the chair, and your feet in position below your knees. This allows you to use your breath support optimally.

 

[casualmusic]

Try sitting on a bar stool, or any seat that is 24-30 inches high. Even with the increased height, it will still feel like you’re sitting (or perching, in this case). But if you have your feet on the floor, the additional height will stretch your body out more, allowing for greater expansion in the chest area, better breath control, and improved singing.

Agreed