Are Singing Straws a Scam? The Truth About SOVTEs and Vocal Training
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Are Singing Straws a Scam? The Truth About SOVTEs and Vocal Training
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Singing straws promise stronger, easier, and healthier singing—but what does the science really say?
In this episode of The Voice Science Podcast, we dive deep into the world of semi-occluded vocal tract exercises (SOVTEs)—with a spotlight on the ever-popular singing straws. From lip trills to submerged straws, these exercises are everywhere in voice training and rehabilitation. But are they really as effective as they claim to be?
🔬 We’ll break down:
- What SOVTEs are and how they work
- Why singing straws gained so much popularity
- What the research actually says about their effectiveness
- Who might benefit from them—and who might be better off without
- The surprising truth about adduction, air pressure, and head voice development
- Better, science-backed alternatives for singers chasing vocal power or mix voice clarity
Whether you’re a singer, teacher, or just voice-curious, this episode will give you a clear, evidence-based perspective on one of the most hyped tools in modern vocal pedagogy.
👉 Spoiler: SOVTEs have value—but the way they’re marketed doesn’t always align with what your voice actually needs.
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