Have you ever heard the term "vocal freedom" or "singing with ease?" If you've ever picked up a book on singing you'll notice these phrases. But how do you get to this place?
One of the most important aspects of singing is freedom within your body. A relaxed body refers to posture, jaw, breath, knees- you name it! If your tone feels strident and bland, it could be you have too much tension in your body.
My favorite way to stretch is either a little Yoga with Adrienne or a 10 minute run around the neighborhood. Try either of this and see if you notice a difference in your breath or tone. You will likely notice a more grounded and warmer tone. Use the video below, I've probably given this one 1000000 views!