vocal teachers?

Question:

Question to singers (soprano)/vocal teachers?

I'm a first soprano in my choir group, and I love singing high notes. Personally, they come out much easier than the low notes when I sing.

Well, the question is, is it normal to get this fuzzy feeling in my head when I sing the higher notes. Is that normal? Or am I singing wrong? I get this weird feeling when I hit the notes, but it's not a bad feeling, but it feels good to sing really high. Am I weird or something?

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: You're getting that "fuzzy feeling" because hitting the high notes requires a lot of air. When your brain receives more oxygen than it's used to getting, you feel dizzy.

And yes, as someone above me mentioned, using your "head voice" means the air is resonating higher up than when you sing the low notes. If you put your fingers lightly on your face while you sing, you'll feel the vibrations in your nose, cheeks, and possibly even forehead.

It's not dangerous--actually, the extra oxygen is good for your brain--but you do need to monitor yourself carefully when you start to feel this way. It is possible to faint if you push yourself--this is your body's natural reaction to a lack of sufficient carbon dioxide (although CO2 is a toxin, we do need some of it in our bodies--too much oxygen means not enough CO2), and its attempt to return your breathing to normal. Fainting in and of itself isn't harmful, but if you fall and bonk your head, that of course isn't so good for the ol' noggin.

If you start to feel like you're going to pass out, SIT DOWN! Stop singing. Don't try to talk. Cover your nose and mouth with your cupped hands and do your best to breathe normally. The feeling passes quickly.

Finally, know that your fuzzy feelings will probably decrease as your singing skills improve. Your brain will get used to the increased oxygen. And your choir director call tell you more if you're interested.