Messa di Voce

The term Messa di voce means “Place the Voice.” This is an advanced singing technique which may be practiced and performed on one pitch using dynamic control of crescendos and decrescendos. The dynamics begin from soft (p), gradually moving to loud (f), and returning to soft (p). Keep the voice even, stable, and unified throughout the range when practicing or performing this technique. In other words, avoid any kind of shifting with the chest and head registers, especially in the middle voice. Sing with a mixture of tone quality which incorporates both sounds of the chest and head voice. When singing softly at the beginning and end of this technique, keep the sound full and energized so breath travels efficiently through the range of dynamics, resulting in a clear, focused and supported tone. Happy Singing!!