Why It's All About the Breath

Why It's All About the Breath

From Can't Wait to Hear You by Michèle Voillequé

February 13, 2026 · 20 min · Episode 70

About this episode

This episode explores the importance of breath in singing and provides exercises to enhance breath control.

You’ve probably heard someone say that singing is “all about the breath.” It’s a simple saying that belies a surprisingly multifaceted practice. In this episode, I explain How breathing precedes every sound we make with the voice (and why we often don’t notice). What’s going on anatomically as your brain, breath, and body collaborate to produce sound. Exercises you can use to understand and direct the possibilities of your breath. I’d love to know if this was helpful! Don’t hesitate to schedule a free 20-minute consultation or to reach out via email to letters@mvmusik.com . Michèle Voillequé is a singer and a voice teacher living in Berkeley, California. Yes, you can sound better! Opt-in for a free video training on my website: https://mvmusik.com A transcript of this episode is available at mvmusik.com/blog/cant-wait-to-hear-you-episode-70. You can subscribe to Can’t Wait to Hear You wherever you get podcasts. If you have a question about your voice or how you’re using it, please email letters@mvmusik.com . To learn more about Michèle or to subscribe to her newsletter, visit mvmusik.com . Our music is thanks to Katya and Ada. The show is edited by K.O. Myers at Particulate Media .

People in this episode

Host: Michèle Voillequé

Topics covered

  • breath control
  • singing techniques
  • voice training
  • anatomy of sound
  • self-improvement

Keywords

  • breath
  • singing
  • voice
  • anatomy
  • exercises
  • self-improvement
  • consultation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: mvmusik.com

Places: Berkeley, California

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