The sounds singers produce are called
tones. When singers have poor tone quality,
the sound is thin and breathy, has a nasal
quality, or is unsteady. Good tone quality
sounds resonant, rich, and precise. These
are some ways to develop good tone quality:
1. Sing with an open, relaxed throat. Think
of using body energy to sing and consider
the throat only as an open tube.
2. Support the breath with a firm diaphragm.
This eliminates wasted air that creates a
breathy tone.