Are Singers Lacking in Rhythm?
It has always fascinated me why singers have a reputation for not being very rhythmic. In my experience, most singers do indeed have a normal … Read more
The Gender-Neutral Voice
In 2022, I was invited to teach a masterclass on improvisation at the ICVT conference in Vienna. It was a great honor, because at this … Read more
The Voice of Floor Jansen
ZING Magazine asked me to write a review of singer Floor Jansen’s voice Floor Jansen began performing at a young age. By the time she … Read more
Which Approach Will You Choose?
Which Approach will you choose? At the ArtEZ Conservatory in Arnhem (NL), in addition to vocal lessons, I also teach courses on the anatomy and … Read more
Breath,Voice and Body
If you search YouTube for vocal warm-up exercises, you’ll be inundated with scales, lip trills, and glissandos—often sung quickly, and especially very high and loud. … Read more
‘Singing, that’s not for me’
‘Singing, that’s not for me’ When I was about 13, I decided I couldn’t sing. Looking back on it now, I realize how strange that … Read more
Do We Breathe Automatically?
Do We Breathe Automatically? “Do We Breathe Automatically? ” is the beautiful, somewhat philosophical title of a book on my bookshelf. The title popped into … Read more
Text interpretation: emotion and intention
For ZINGMagazine, I write a column called ‘Tips from Ineke Vandoorn’. In my experience, when interpreting a piece, most singers first think about the meaning … Read more
Beyoncé, singer or phenomenon?
The Dutch Zing Magazine asked me to write a review about Beyoncés voice! With singers like Whitney Houston or Adèle, the first thing that comes … Read more
Breathing Technique for Jazz-Pop Singers
Journal of Singing | Volume 78, Number 2 | Nov/Dec 2021 | © Ineke Van Doorn 2021 One breathing technique does not serve all kinds … Read more
Voice Problems and Acid Reflux
Acid reflux is the term used to indicate that stomach contents flow back into the esophagus. Acid reflux is common in both children and adults, … Read more
Three Jazz Technique Exercises – download
In this handout you will find three examples of how you can practice singing technique in a jazz context. When jazz singers practice technical skills, … Read more