I met Jaime on Myspace who in return I had seen on Mythbusters. I had no idea he was a vocal teacher until someone mentioned him over at metal method.

I took vocal lessons from a local teacher in my area 7 years ago and used and still use Jim Gilette's Vocal Power as references and excercises. Only thing is he doiesn't touch alot of breathing. A little he does though.

I can sing well and higher than 7 years ago for sure but...I could still reach a higher range if...I could master breathing and sustain just a tad bit better.

Most of my problems deal with breathing techniques. Sometimes I can run out of gas, so to speak.

But Jaime invited me to come over here and just ask around about his books. I am interested in RYV, but one in particular is the breathing book guide.

I was just wondering who all here has it and how has has it changed and developed your habits with breathing?

Thanks. John

Dude,

Jaime is very humble and won't brag on his books!

Get both of them - The breathing book is worth its wait in gold as well. Although I am not singing in a band, my range and tonation have been massively expanded and I am getting ready to start leading worship at our church again...... Like I said both are good and you will get access to the members section as well with tons of demos and examples.

Well thats my .02 worth

Thanks Chris.

I'm sure Jaime is humble. I was meaning he had invited me here to get other's opinions on his books to see if it would be something that would be of help. I don't think he was bragging. He was just being helpful.

Hopefully that was the real him. Which I believe was.

John, you should definitely look into buying Jaime's books. They have totally changed the way I think about the voice and the way I use it. After reading the book and consistently practicing the exercises, I feel like I'm very much "in control" of my voice- especially because of the breathing stuff. I'm sure it will help you too!

Thanks for your reply LegatoMan.

I ended buying both books.

Nope thats what I meant he doesnt brag.
You will be very happy with the results
from both books - I know I am

Finally received RYV and the breathing guide today. It has helped me already and I started with another vocal teacher again who says I am in the wrong profession(as in singing rock/metal)

And that I should be singing opera. She said my voice is that strong. I was like...wow and thanks. Because I don't really see that.

Awesome! Good luck with that new teacher.

I am able to hold a note for 25 seconds now. Without straining or feeling like I'm gonna die. After 25 seconds I kind of start to strain and can't go no further. But I am amazed at the progress so far. Still have a long ways to go and much practice on the exercises to get to a minute.

Hi John,

I confirm. You should buy both.
Jaime's books will act like a guide. They are like 2 main chapters of the singer's Bible to me. It's a lot of work to develop breathing technique and voice... but it's worth to do if that's what you really want :)

Wish you succes !

Mag

Actually I have them now, M.

After having them and practicing from the UBG it has really helped me a whole lot. Actually from both books.

I come here on my days off and practice the exercises from the audio as well as the regular ones i was doing daily on my own anyway.

But in all I agree, both are great guides.