How Singer/Songwriter Kathy Mattea Copes With an Aging Voice | Aging Matters

How Singer/Songwriter Kathy Mattea Copes With an Aging Voice | Aging Matters | NPT

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Singer and host of NPR’s Mountain Stage, Kathy Mattea, had no idea a change in her voice was possible. Kathy shares her story of the aging voice and how she handled her grief.
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@Partiart 5 ай бұрын

I appreciate your sharing... aging is formadable and as a singer, one can't take a single note for granted.

@timdavis3733 7 ай бұрын

Totally a class act. Still so beautiful.

@kwidder1 Жыл бұрын

I get it! I'm 68. I've lost about a third over the years. I used to be able to hit a G full voice and now I struggle to hit an E. The funny is that I'm a better singer than I was years ago, I've just lost some range and some power. But I still love to do it. Thanks for this, Kathy.

@MrPDGee 11 ай бұрын

THIS is why we love Kathy

@bradmetz2206 Ай бұрын

She still sounds AMAZING DONT LET IT GET YOU DOWN KATHY

@thomaseldridge508 5 ай бұрын

I had the opportunity recently to see Kathy Mattea Live in Red Bank Nj. She is my favorite female vocalist and the ONLY performer that can consistently bring tears to my eyes with her voice alone. The last time I saw her was twenty something years ago. She had not missed a note and the Kathy I saw performing was absolutely every bit as good as she ever was. Her performance was stunning and she really has no equal.

@kevinrapp8618 7 ай бұрын

I think she is the classiest female in country music, her voice and her lyrics have a very unique warmth that embraces the soul of the listener

@LinkRocks 5 ай бұрын

Nice to see Kathy open up and tell the world her fears about aging. I think she still sounds great.

@user-yf7gj4xz1s 4 ай бұрын

A musical talent, an even better human being. Everytime time I'm offered a Mattea vid, it gets click #1, no kidding Kathy, press on.....

@tfjack97 11 ай бұрын

I think you still have a beautiful voice, nothing we can do about aging. Like they say things get better with age, don't sweat it dear you still sound marvelous.

@Lynnmusiccowgirl 4 ай бұрын

Kathy M. I do not know where I would be without you. You got me through 1983-1999. Bless you as you now minister to me again. Much wish I could say to you Knew you had something going on in your mind re your vocals. Now I know. On e again you saved me as my vocals changed here about 3yrs. Your wisdom and sharing have/are a blessing. "We gotta sing like we don't need the money...." Thank you my angel. Love to you and yours, Lynn 🤠🙏🎶🎸

@jeffkillmeyer1517 2 ай бұрын

Kathy! You are wonderful!!

@user-tt6ol8cn7g Ай бұрын

Still love Kathy and her voice. She has always been a favorite of mine and I listen to her music frequently.

@yensilluap 4 ай бұрын

Sorry - i have no idea who this lady is but I like what she is saying. My voice is different than it was 30 years ago and it is hard to accept.Thank you for the words of wisdom. I will try to take them to heart

@garybelenke4370 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for your wisdom.

@DCShaneTours 4 ай бұрын

Ageism is one discrimination we haven't eliminated yet, and it's especially hard on women. God bless you Kathy I love you and your music you are beautiful. ❤

@DoctorJoanieTool Жыл бұрын

This is such wisdom. LOVE this clip. Thank you, Kathy.

@richardfuess4521 9 күн бұрын

great singer

@danmeredith6354 Жыл бұрын

Your 455 Rocket video was simply awesome! I watch often!

@lw216316 Ай бұрын

her song - where have you been comes to mind

@joebright1752 9 ай бұрын

Love you KM.

@viviansotelo 4 ай бұрын

Love her

@kennyshort5935 Жыл бұрын

18 wheels and 455 rocket, 2 off my favorite songs

@bonniebartoli9313 3 ай бұрын

God Bless You for Helping Me Validate All I am Feeling... You are Appreciated More Than You ❤ Know

@teller121 9 ай бұрын

"My Southern Soldier Boy," was what she sang on Ken Burns' show. I'd never heard of her before but found that song just enthralling. What a voice, so compelling. Beautiful woman, too.

@karaheck7256 7 ай бұрын

I love your music and have for a long time. You still have a beautiful voice. I so needed to here this . I've been having problems dealing with the realization that I am old. I've slowed down can't do what I'm use to doing. Its strange. Thank you so much for being open. Sincerely my thanks kara

@junevertucci3420 Жыл бұрын

Needed to hear this. Resonates so much for me. Thank you Kathy.

@tracyditchfield628 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing this!! When I hit menopause, my voice dropped 1/3 of an octave and by the end of menopause it was like listening to a totally different voice. I've never been a great singer, but I used to be a good singer (enough to sing and accompany myself on guitar). I have felt a profound sense of loss for many of the things my body will no longer do, like adventure sports, but I expected that eventually. This took me completely by surprise. Hearing this story was comforting.

@wnpt Жыл бұрын

Like Kathy says, remember that you are the only person with your exact voice, even if it is a little different now.

@jjoy7 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing

@zaneturner4478 11 ай бұрын

Still got it young lady. I still listen to your music every day. Never give up. You sound as good as ever and a good bit better than the want to be junk that is out there today.

@clnrearth 8 ай бұрын

Saw you last night at City Lights in the Hudson Valley. You rocked your voice! Your choice of songs was so meaningful. Wishing all of them were recorded. Thank you for a beautiful evening and a reminder of what should be our priorities. ❤

@danadams4714 10 ай бұрын

You are truly beautiful, inside and out! ❤️

@wakkawakka900 4 ай бұрын

Mine goes through phases. But I have to sing all the time in order to keep my voice in shape. I went for a month without and lost my voice. It's crazy how it works 🎉

@wnpt 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!!

@kevinkenny6953 8 ай бұрын

Think about all the glorious years you had when your golden voice served you so well , much to our enjoyment .

@gatormike1434 6 ай бұрын

You gotta love her.

@atticuswatts1883 Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh I Hope Levitt Pavillion In Dayton ohio Gets Kathy Mattea for their Free concert series this Summer I LOVE Kathy Mattea.

@markmanning5683 9 ай бұрын

Still gorgeous in my eye. Aging is better than the alternative, I think?

@n411xbushpilot 7 ай бұрын

Kathy you are and have always been the my Star in Country Music I was Flying a De Havilland Beaver Floatplane in Bristal Bay Alaska 1992 at a Fishing lodge and one of the fisherman said Pat hoo is your favorite country singer ( He owned a recording studio in Nashville ) I said Kathy Mattea ok he said. About 3 months later I got a Beautiful Photo of You signed by you to Bush Pilot Pat Martin I really was just so happy thank you Kathy, your voice is the best still.

@firelitexox 4 ай бұрын

What I wouldn't do to sing like you for just one day.

@flatcat47 10 ай бұрын

Thank you.

@1986SSMONTECARLO Жыл бұрын

Mattea was GREAT in Romeo

@tomsampson8084 2 ай бұрын

Aging is a bitch. I am the same age and I so wish I could do what I was good at years ago. I saw Kathy back when we were both in our prime. Her show was terrific.

@sgtpreppy7148 9 ай бұрын

yes..I lost my tonsils due to covid...and one day it changed..i dont want to even try..and it caused severe depression...the only thing my father gave me now gone.

@LarsDcCase 8 ай бұрын

Yes, things change as we age. The Golden years are not what they are cracked up to be.

@Kami84 10 ай бұрын

The only musician that I feel like never lost a bit if their spark with age was Aretha Franklin. Most singers do seem to have to adapt to the aging voice.