Ariana Grande Pre-Performance Vocal Warm-Up

A 25 minute vocal conditioning sequence based on Ariana Grande vocal warm-up routine methods to hydrate tissues and ease vocal strain.

5 time blocks, 25 minutes in total.

Time blocks

  1. Vocal Hydration and Steaming: 5 min
    Sip warm tea or use gentle vocal steam to hydrate vocal folds
  2. Straw Phonation Exercises: 5 min
    Gently blow hums through a narrow straw to ease vocal pressure
  3. Lip Trills and Tongue Rolling: 5 min
    Slide smoothly through pitch ranges to relax jaw and facial tension
  4. Siren Pitch Glides: 5 min
    Glide slowly from lower register to upper head voice without pushing
  5. Resonance and Diction Warm-Up: 5 min
    Sing light melodic lines focusing on clean tone and articulation

About this routine

The Ariana Grande vocal warm-up routine relies on techniques developed alongside her longtime vocal coach, Eric Vetro. Before concerts or recording sessions, she prioritizes protecting her vocal cords and building flexible air pressure control rather than pushing volume immediately.

The sequence centers on semi occluded vocal tract exercises, widely known as SOVT training. By humming gently through a narrow straw or performing controlled lip trills, back pressure is created at the lips. This reduces the force needed for vocal fold vibration and helps align breath support without straining delicate muscle tissue.

The warm-up concludes with slow siren slides across her full vocal range and soft diction exercises. This structured progression ensures the vocal muscles are fully lubricated, pliable, and ready for high intensity singing.

Why this routine works

  • Reduces strain on vocal folds before high intensity singing
  • Balances subglottal air pressure using straw phonation
  • Relieves tension in the jaw, tongue, and throat muscles
  • Expands vocal range smoothly without force

FAQ

What is Ariana Grande's vocal warm-up routine?

Ariana Grande relies on semi occluded vocal tract exercises like straw phonation, lip trills, siren glides, and vocal steam hydration under the guidance of vocal coach Eric Vetro.

How long does Ariana Grande's vocal warm-up take?

A typical pre performance vocal warm-up takes about 25 minutes, moving gradually from gentle hydration to active resonance exercises.

Why does Ariana Grande sing through a straw?

Singing through a straw creates back pressure in the vocal tract. This reduces friction on the vocal cords and balances air flow before performing.