Curated tools, books, videos, and apps—with editor notes on why we recommend each pick and how to use them with SingMeter.
Step-by-step lessons with our tools
Reviews & external picks
Deep dives on technique
Free browser tools on this site—no install required
Discover your voice type and range in minutes. Get song ideas that fit your comfortable notes.
Real-time pitch feedback while you sing. Practice staying in tune with a live visual display.
Reference tones for ear training, warm-ups, and pitch matching. Adjustable frequency and waveforms.
Keep steady time for scales, exercises, and songs. Adjustable BPM and time signatures in the browser.
Browse sample songs by key and genre, filter for your range, and plan transposition before you practice.
Full editor reviews—not Amazon search links. Who each book is for and how to use it with SingMeter.
Editor review
by Roger Love
Roger Love frames the voice as an instrument you can train with habits, not a fixed gift. The book mixes performance psychology with practical exercises on breath, tone, and articulation—written for speakers and singers who perform under pressure.
Best for: Pop/contemporary singers who want mindset + technique in plain language
Editor review
by Anne Peckham
A structured method book tied to Berklee-style contemporary singing. Peckham organizes technique into elements—breath, tone, articulation, health—with notated exercises and companion audio for many drills.
Best for: College-age or self-taught singers learning contemporary technique with guided exercises
Editor review
by Meribeth Bunch Dayme & Cynthia Vaughn
A comprehensive college-level singing text covering technique, musicianship, anatomy, and repertoire across styles. It is denser than pop-focused coaches’ books but excellent as a reference when you study with a teacher or structured program.
Best for: Serious students, classroom learners, or singers who want breadth (technique + repertoire + theory)
Editor notes on YouTube channels we trust—each with why we recommend it and how to pair it with SingMeter tutorials (no generic search links).
by Eric Arceneaux
Clear, no-nonsense warm-ups and technique breakdowns for contemporary singers. Browse his warm-up playlists when you want a follow-along before using SingMeter tools.
Why we recommend it: Arceneaux explains what each exercise is for—not just “copy me.” That pairs well with our structured warm-up tutorial instead of random YouTube scrolling.
With SingMeter: Do our 15-Minute Daily Warm-Up tutorial first, then open the Pitch Detector for a 5-minute pitch check.
Not ideal for: Replacing rest on hoarse days—use Vocal Health Recovery instead.
by Justin Stoney / NYVC
Professional coaches break down breath support, registration, and repertoire choices. Strong on fundamentals for beginners who want theory after they have tried exercises.
Why we recommend it: NYVC videos are among the most cited free resources for “why diaphragmatic breath matters.” We link them after you have done hands-on drills, not before.
With SingMeter: Start with our Breath & Posture tutorial (exercises only), then watch NYVC for deeper explanation in the blog article.
Not ideal for: Quick pre-show warm-up—use the daily warm-up tutorial instead.
by Ken Tamplin
Rock and contemporary technique with a focus on power and range. Ken demonstrates exercises on camera—pick one playlist topic (e.g. chest voice, mix) and stick with it for a week.
Why we recommend it: We list the official channel—not a search results page—so you can subscribe and choose a single series. His mix/belt ideas align with our advanced tutorials when you are ready.
With SingMeter: Read Mixed Voice vs Head Voice on the blog, then practice with Bridge & Mix Practice before any high-intensity belting.
Not ideal for: Beginners on day one or anyone with throat pain.
by Brett Manning / team
Commercial contemporary vocal training with many pitch and range exercises. Useful when you want extra ear-training ideas beyond our Tone Generator loops.
Why we recommend it: The channel has long-form lessons on staying in tune—good supplemental viewing after you have used our Pitch Detector with objective feedback.
With SingMeter: Run the 10-Minute Pitch Calibration tutorial, then pick one Singing Success video on the same topic (matching pitch to a reference).
Not ideal for: Substituting for medical advice if your voice is injured.
by Dr. Dan Robinson
Hundreds of free lessons on technique, warm-ups, and vocal care. Browse uploads on hydration, rest, and sustainable practice—pick a topic that matches how you feel today.
Why we recommend it: Dr. Dan focuses on sustainable technique and rest—not “push through” culture. A sensible channel to browse before you stack long practice sessions.
With SingMeter: Pair with our Vocal Health Recovery Day tutorial on tired-voice days, and the 15-Minute Warm-Up before you return to the Pitch Detector.
Not ideal for: Sharp pain, loss of voice, or illness—see a clinician instead of self-treating.
Third-party apps for learning, karaoke, and offline practice—we list each pick once here, not under SingMeter Tools above.
Interactive music learning app with vocal courses. Structured lessons and real-time feedback on phone or tablet.
Karaoke app with a large song library. Sing along for fun practice when you are away from your desk.
Built-in iOS recorder for capturing takes and comparing progress over weeks.
Offline metronome when you practice without a browser. For everyday rhythm work on SingMeter, use our free web metronome instead.
Handy chromatic tuner for quick pitch checks. For sustained singing feedback, use our Pitch Detector in the browser.
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