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Shouldering The Blame - Exploring the Upper Body In Voice Training & Rehabilitation

Tuesday 16th February 2021, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (London Time)

One reasonably well explored principle in voice production is how the breathing system can and does adapt to the larynx, be it the register, resistance or possibly a pathological problem.

As we explore this principle, there are common adaptations that happen in the upper body that can be assessed using the arms.

This makes the arms and shoulders a valuable part of assessing singers understanding the singing ‘system’ and eventually deciding the training route.

All sessions are recorded and will be sent out to all registered participants.

Chris Johnson

Chris Johnson's performance career began in a casual choir, but then the joy (and, sometimes the fear) of stepping out in-front of hundreds of people...

 

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