What Instrumentalists Know About Singing That Most Singers Don’t

Why do instrumentalists seem to improve faster than singers? It’s not about talent—it’s about how they practice.

In this episode, Josh explores the deep disconnect between how most vocalists approach their training compared to instrumentalists. From scale drills and arpeggios to muscle memory and voice science, this episode takes a critical look at why singers often rely too heavily on repertoire—and what that’s costing them in long-term growth.

🎯 Topics include:

• Why singers skip skill-building—and the hidden cost
• How historic vocal pedagogy differed from today’s common practices
• The role of muscle memory in singing
• Why generalized skill drills aren’t “boring”—they’re the fast track to expressive freedom
• What Estill Voice Training taught Josh about precise control
• A simple analogy that reveals why singing should be like learning to write

Plus: Learn about the new VoSci Skill Lab—weekly exercises designed to help you isolate, refine, and master the core ingredients of great singing.

Whether you’re a student, teacher, or seasoned pro, this episode invites you to rethink how you train—and why focusing on fundamentals might be the key to unlocking your best voice yet.

🧠 Read more, ask a question, or check out the Skill Lab at VoiceScience.org

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