" I’ve been singing in the shower for years, and have never had any kind of formal voice training. With about three minutes of instruction and a healthy dose of his seamlessly boundless enthusiasm, Jaime Vendera helped me to shatter a crystal wine glass with my voice (through an amplifier, but still, we had professional opera singers that couldn’t do it!). He’s one of the easiest guys I’ve worked with and has apparently no ego (in a good way). For helping me bust a myth that we thought only the highest-trained singers could achieve, I dub him an honorary MythBuster. "
- Adam Savage co-host of MythBusters, on the Discovery Channel
" I’m glad we met. I have always believed that if you treat people real, you will get the same in return. I have been reading your book and GOD you know so much more about the voice than I know! Your theory and knowledge of the mechanics of the voice is overwhelming. I will find all of this very invaluable. Thank you.
By the way I have been reading your chapters on Falsetto Development and Transcending Tone. I'm sure that if I follow the master ( You ) this will be incredibly invaluable for me both in the studio and during the rigorous touring demands. I am serious, you are a fountain of wealth vocally. Even though I have studied and been enlightened over the years I also while reading your book am finding and discovering other approaches that I am sure will endow me with more valuable tools. Anyway, I do value your wisdom and friendship."
- James LaBrie lead singer of Dream Theater
"Just spent a couple days training with Jaime now that I'm done touring for a while and he's helped me a lot. We've been working on strengthening my voice and building endurance. For anyone who knows my music, it takes extreme concentration and training to be able to perform night after night at the intensity level I do. The whole "dry rasp" vocal style can be very taxing at times and seemingly impossible to maintain performing 100% on the road. So when I was introduced to Jaime I was wondering what he could do to help to make my job easier and more fun really. I've been to several vocal coaches and most of them don't sing rock, never did, and don't really respect it as a vocal style or valid art form, seeing as it is seemingly harmful to the natural state of the human voice. Anyways he actually hits the notes the same way I do, but also with the same grit and way higher, so immediately I had respect for what he would teach me and knew he could help. We went through a bunch of warm-up exercises for falsetto and normal voice, all with the intent of bridging these as one voice. Then adding the grit towards the end of the warm-ups after my voice was loose. At first this was really hard, building my upper register with a full voice and grit, instead of the partial falsetto I was using before on the screams. But after a few hours of practice I was starting to feel an increase in range and a sense of comfort in the upper range I was foreign too. This was really apparent when we practiced the method to some of the songs on my album "LVLIV"(in stores now). I was really excited to see that I could hit the same notes with the same grit without straining my voice or hurting afterward. Although I couldn't hit all the notes perfect with this method right away, I can tell that with serious dedication and daily practice, this method is going to save me a lot of hardship in the future. He has really opened my eyes to a new approach to my music that is more healthy and higher quality vocally as well cuz I'm in more control of my voice. So thanx alot for helping me out Jaime! Jaime's the real deal and he can seriously help you be a rock singer if your dedicated so check him out."
- Phil Taylor lead singer of Future Leaders of the World/Machina
" Jaime Vendera understands and explains the voice in such a manner that I can relate to what was causing my own vocal problems. Most importantly though, he has shown me how to replace the bad habits with good ones! I’ve always believed that all bad vocal habits can be overcome, so long as there is someone to guide you in the right direction. Jaime is that guide. Out of the 50+ vocal instruction books I’ve purchased, “Raise Your Voice 2nd Edition” replaces them all! "
- Dallan Beck director of the Recording Institute at MI, author of "Recording Vocals, Recording Drums, and Recording Acoustic Guitar" (published by Hal Leonard)
" I have known Jamie Vendera for a few years now. He has become one of the best and well respected Vocal Instructors in the business. What sets him apart from many is the fact that he really cares about the art of singing. He is extremely passionate about what he does. While on tour, he came out to see me perform with Alter Bridge. Unfortunately, I was so sick I could barely make it through the set. It looked as if we were going to have to cancel the next show. Jaime spent some time giving me some tips that helped me regain my voice and by the next night, I was able to perform the show. He is fantastic! "
- Myles Kennedy lead singer of Alter Bridge
" When I first saw Jaime breaking a champagne glass with his voice on the Discovery Channel show "Mythbusters," I knew he had something going. His quest for understanding vocal technique has resulted in Raise Your Voice, a book I recommend for anyone serious about achieving good vocal technique. "
- Thomas Appell vocal coach/author of "Can You Sing a High C without Straining?"
" I bought Jaime Vendera’s Raise Your Voice when it was suggested to me on Amazon.com. Then I watched Jaime Shatter glass with his voice. All I can say is "Jaime, you are a f***ing animal", and I mean that in a good way! "
- Mark Baxter vocal coach/author of “Rock-n-Roll Singer’s Survival Manual”
" Jaime,
I picked up your book and started reading it on the way to Hawaii and I could NOT put it down. What a wonderful book! You are a great friend and your love of the voice shines through in your passion for teaching."
- Steve Augeri lead singer of Tall Stories
" Jaime is the man! He is the ONLY one I would trust with carrying on my glass shattering legacy. He is THE #1 vocal coach in the world. No-one even comes close! If you want vocal strength, power, range, stamina and all around quality, Jaime is the answer! "
- Jim Gillette lead singer of Nitro and Organ Donor, creator of hard rock instructional video , "Jim Gillette’s Vocal Power"
" What I love about Jaime’s book is that it is user friendly. You could carry it around on the road or take it in the studio and refer to it when needed. It’s easy to read and comprehensive. If you can’t fix whatever physical issue you have with your voice using Raise Your Voice, you probably need professional help, meaning a good ear, nose and throat doctor OR perhaps rest and a good thorough cleanse. Jaime has done the research and he knows his stuff. Having gotten to know the man I can say without hesitation that I have never met anyone with as much passion for singing and for helping singers. This will take him very far and give you, the singer, a mentor to follow as you develop your talent. This is not to say that Jaime’s books are for beginners, quite the contrary, they are for every singer! I found things in his book I didn’t know about and found they worked, so anyone of any level will benefit from these discoveries. "
- Tony Harnell solo artist (TNT, Westworld, Star Breaker Band)
" Jaime, you have done very much for me. Without your lessons and contribution of "Raise your voice" i dont think i would be really able to pysically AND mentally accomplish my goals musically and also taking those goals in front of people on stage. Some people need that "boost" and you provided that. What i like best is that your basicly right around the corner with this whole internet connectivity thing, so if I face an issue or need advice on a technique..or if i just lose focus, I can have a session and work to fixing it. I have actually turned on a few others that i know to check out Your products as well. one of them was turned on by the change in my voice that they noticed more resonance, and more vocal stamina. "
- Ramone Talarico [Hear Ramone Sing]
" I think RYV is one of the most progressive programs available for singers of any genre, and the only way to go for rock singers. Personally Jaime has helped me build tone and maintain control over it while singing in any register. This has really helped me since my voice sits in a higher register and sometimes singers sacrifice tone in that area...not any more. One of the most distinctive techniques Jaime teaches, and one of my favorites, is adding grit. A lot of teachers don't really address this. I recently recorded my first full length album and long days in the studio were never a problem. I used warm ups and vocal health suggestions from RYV books and was good to go all day long. Whether its one on one, video's, or his books, Jaime will show you how to professionally rock out! "
- Jonathan Spencer [Hear Jonathan sing]
" If you want to sing like a rock star you need this book! After learning the techniques and practicing the ways of Jaime Vendera my voice took on a like of it's own. I was so impressed by the results! I highly recommend Jaime Vendera's products to beginners and experienced singers. You won't regret it. "
- Tara James [Hear Tara sing]
