How Long Does It Take to Learn to Sing

July 22, 2025
7:04 pm

The Truth Every New Singer Deserves to Hear

Now listen, baby. I know this question’s been living rent free in your head: How long does it take to learn to sing? You’re not alone. Every singer I’ve ever coached has wondered the same thing. And let me tell you, the answer isn’t about talent. It’s about time, love, patience, and a whole lot of practice. You show up, and your voice will too. Let’s walk through this journey together.

The First 3 to 6 Months: Laying That Vocal Foundation

This is where it all begins. These early months are your discovery zone. You’re learning how to breathe with support, how to match pitch, how to hold good posture, and how to build stamina through gentle warmups. No pressure, no perfection needed. Just you, your breath, and your willingness to grow.

If this is your first time learning to sing, singing lessons for beginners is exactly where you should start. We’re talking bite-sized lessons that walk you through breathing, tone, and technique with love and support every step of the way.

6 to 12 Months: Building Strength, Expanding Range, Owning Control

Now we’re getting into it. By this time, your voice is warming up, waking up, and stretching out. Your confidence grows, your transitions get smoother, and your songs start sounding more like you.

To take it up a notch, you need focused conditioning. That’s why I created vocal workout daily drills that target range, flexibility, tone, and breath control. This is the sweat-equity phase where your consistency pays off.

Year 1 to 2: Finding Your Style, Building Consistency, Singing with Emotion

By now, baby, you’re not just singing the notes, you’re singing the song. Your personality starts to show in your phrasing, your vibrato gets more controlled, and you start thinking like a true artist.

This is the perfect time to explore vocal riffs and runs. If you’ve been listening to singers like Tori, Ariana, or Jazmine and thinking, “How do they do that?” this course breaks it all down. Step by step, we build your agility and show you how to decorate your voice with finesse.

2 Years and Beyond: Becoming the Artist You Were Born to Be

Two years in and you’re standing in your power. You understand your voice, your emotions, your message. Singing doesn’t feel like work anymore, it feels like truth. Your tone is polished, your technique is reliable, and you can interpret any song with soul.

This is when you go all in. And nothing supports your full journey better than Mama Cheryl’s Big Bundle. You get every course I’ve ever created. From the basics to advanced coaching, it’s a whole toolbox for singers who are ready to shine.

What Really Affects How Long It Takes to Learn to Sing

Let’s be real. There are a few things that influence your speed and success:

Your musical ear : If you’ve played an instrument or have a good pitch memory, that helps. But even if you don’t, don’t worry. You can train your ear just like your voice.
Practice time : Little and often is the key. Twenty to thirty minutes daily beats two hours once a week, every time.
Your coach or course : Structure makes all the difference. That’s why all my programs give you a clear path to follow.
Your vocal health : Hydrate, rest, stretch. A healthy voice is a consistent voice.

How You Know You’re Getting Better

Baby, don’t wait for someone else to tell you. These are your signs of growth:

You’re hitting new notes without strain
Your tone is smoother and more consistent
You don’t get tired as quickly
Your breath lasts longer
You’re not scared to sing in front of others anymore

That’s progress. That’s power. That’s YOU.