How to do a lip trill - and Why it works!

#liptrill #vocaltechnique #singingexercises In this video you’ll learn how to do a lip trill and why it is one of the most effective vocal warm-ups for singers. Lip trills are a type of SOVT exercise (semi-occluded vocal tract) and help release tension, improve breath support and create a balanced connection between breath and voice. This exercise is perfect for beginners and experienced singers who want to warm up safely, improve vocal control and reduce tension in the jaw, lips and tongue. In the video I explain: – what a SOVT exercise is – why lip trills are good for airflow and vocal control – how to produce the sound correctly – common difficulties – and two practical lip trill exercises you can use in your daily vocal practice 🎤 Who is this video for? Singers, vocal students, teachers and anyone who wants to improve their voice through healthy technique and gentle warm-up exercises. ⏱ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:14 What is a SOVT exercise? 00:45 Why are lip trills good for control of airflow? 01:35 How to do a lip trill 02:10 If the sound is difficult to do 02:55 Hold an extended lip trill 03:32 How much air do I need to get the lip trill going? 04:00 Sliding up and down on the lip trill 04:16 Don’t push air as you go up – keep a steady airflow 04:54 Exercise 1: 1-2-3-4-5-4-3-2-1 lip trill (with piano) 06:42 Exercise 2: Challenge! 3 rounds of lip trills 1-2-3-4-5-4-3-2-1 x 3 About me: I’m a singing teacher with over 30 years of experience, working with professional singers, actors and speakers. My background includes musical theatre, classical training and voice therapy. Mia Karlsson: – Singer/actress (Christine in *The Phantom of the Opera*, Belle in *Beauty and the Beast*) – Singing teacher (Master’s degree, Malmö Academy of Music - Also Estill Level 1 & 2/ advanced)) – Certified Revoice – voice massage therapist – Certified EFT therapist (working with stage fright and performance anxiety) Website: https://miakarlsson.com #liptrill #singingtechnique #voicewarmup #vocaltraining #singingtips #singingteacher #voiceexercise #breathsupport #vocalhealth #sovt