I did notice a change in my voice when I quit ... it was sharper , clearer .
I also could hold my notes longer at the end of phrases rather than cutting them off short . I wasn't having to use my inhalers as much before I sang to get through the set . I noticed both improvement and discouragement . One thing that did surprise me is I felt my range actually dropped , which I thought would be totally the opposite , not by much but definitely noticible .. about a half an octave , but on a good note I think my pitch got better . Due to quitting ?
A friend who quit smoking said their voice was raspier when they smoked . They noticed a huge difference when they quit they said . I was just curious if others had voice changes .
Sootie , I also play piano although have not for years now . My mother taught over 100 students .
Dale , I've noticed as well because the music venues are closed and I'm not doing as much singing that it's easy to become breathless . I try to make it a point to pick up the guitar and sing because it certainly helps the breathing. I've told my kids if I get covid remind me to keep singing or even envision it .
Ellen I know it can be exhausting especially with copd , emphysema . During exasperations I struggle too ., I hate that you are struggling , but I'm glad you enjoy music and listen to it . It certainly can be uplifting in times we need it most .
Thanks everyone for your responses . I am a bit surprised that no one else has noticed a change in their voice though ,
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