This is me 15 years ago — a young dramatic voice that still had growing to do. When training dramatic instruments, the tone can be gorgeous long before the mechanism is balanced. If a singer feels like they’re choking — even when it sounds good — there’s a problem. A high larynx and lack of chest engagement can hide a true dramatic voice. Don’t look only for darkness; instead, notice: ➡️ staying power ➡️ good closure ➡️ squillo Those are the markers of weight and potential. Young voices can take