How to Use a Microphone Live as a Piano Vocalist

by Sam de la Haye

As a piano vocalist, you want to make sure that your audience can hear every note and every word you sing. That's where a microphone comes in handy. But using a microphone live can be a bit intimidating, especially if you're not used to it. In this blog post, I'll share some tips and tricks on how to use a microphone live, from my years of experience. Why using a microphone is so important for your voice, and things not to do whilst using a microphone.

Why is using a Microphone Important for Your Voice?

A microphone allows you to sing with more dynamics. You can get really close to the mike and make breathy quiet tones or pull away from the mike and sound like the Diva you were born to be!

It helps you to amplify your voice, especially over a large crowd of talking people and makes it easier for the audience to hear you over the piano. Its also crucial to help preserve your vocal cords by reducing the strai...