The Effects of a Vocally-Demanding Job on the Voice
Does talking a lot for my work risk damaging my voice? Question: I work as a receptionist for a very busy office. This involves answering phones, making phone calls,…
Dr. Reena Gupta is a voice doctor in Los Angeles, CA.
Surgery and Recurrent Granulomas: Lessons From John Mayer
John Mayer released a statement today that states his vocal granuloma has regrown, and that his tour has to be cancelled because of this regrowth. Mayer has been known…
Celine Dion: Viral Laryngitis and the Effects on the Voice
Celine Dion has cancelled several shows due to laryngitis. Dion is one of the few contemporary artists who still relies on her live voice for her career. She sacrifices much…
Whitney Houston: The Voice
I began mourning the loss of Whitney Houston long ago. The first time I heard how her voice had deteriorated, I began to feel the loss. Even her melodious…
Adele at the Grammys: How to Heal From Vocal Surgery
It is truly a wonderful thing to see Adele back on stage. After what seemed like an endless hiatus (though in reality it was just few months), Adele came…
Bulimia and the Voice: Words from Lady Gaga
When asked how she overcame bulimia, she said "It made my voice bad. So I had to stop. The acid on your vocal chords [sic]-- it's very bad.” I…
Steven Tyler Sings the National Anthem. What happens when you sing a high note?
The internet is buzzing today about Steven Tyler’s rendition of The Star Spangled Banner at Sunday’s AFC Championship game. Critics called him “raspier-than-normal” and state he had difficulty with the…
Etta James: What Her Voice Has Taught Me
This site is primarily meant to be a source of information on care of the voice. But I also try to give honor to the art of voice. I…