Episode 57

Why Flat and Nasal Often Happen Together

Published on: 15th August, 2025

Two complaints I often hear are, “I sound flat” and “my voice sounds nasal!” These very common problems are totally fixable, and they often happen together. 

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • What people mean by “flat” and “nasal”
  • Why “flat” and “nasal” often happen together
  • What you can do to make a more vibrant, ringing tone instead. 

Was this episode helpful? Do you have more questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out via email to letters@mvmusik.com.Michèle Voillequé is a singer and a voice teacher living in Berkeley, California. 

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A transcript of this episode is available at mvmusik.com/blog/cant-wait-to-hear-you-episode-57. You can subscribe to Can’t Wait to Hear You wherever you get podcasts. If you have a question about your voice or how you’re using it, please email letters@mvmusik.com. To learn more about Michèle or to subscribe to her newsletter, visit mvmusik.com.

Our music is thanks to Katya and Ada.

The show is edited by K.O. Myers at Particulate Media.

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Can't Wait to Hear You
with Michèle Voillequé
Does singing feel so difficult, painful, or embarrassing that you hide it from the people you love? Does speaking feel scratchy, exhausting, breathless, or forced?

It doesn't have to be that way. Your voice can sound and feel amazing, even in stressful situations. You just need to know how to use it.

Singer and voice teacher Michèle Voillequé teaches the art and science of sounding and feeling the best you can. If you love the sound of your ideas, but hate the sound of your voice, be sure to subscribe to Can’t Wait to Hear You.