Anatomy of voice /
Calais-Germain, Blandine,
Anatomy of voice / Blandine Calais-Germain, François Germain ; translated by Martine Curtis-Oakes. - 304 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Translated from the French.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
With detailed drawings and clear, concise text, this resource examines the individual components of the larynx and pharynx; the effects of muscular tensions on the vocal cords; proper alignment of the skull, rib cage and pelvis; the intimate relationship between breath and voice; and the complex roles of the diaphragm, soft palate, lips and tongue in vocalisation. It also provides simple exercises and techniques for increasing air flow and force, correcting posture, and achieving the proper positioning of the tongue, relaxation of the jaw and toning of the soft palate. Whether singer, teacher, actor, lawyer, politician or workshop leader, it reveals how understanding your vocal anatomy enables you to express your best voice.
9781620554197 (pbk.) : £25.00
Voice--Physiological aspects.
Human mechanics.
Health and Fitness.
Health and Wellbeing.
612.7'8
Anatomy of voice / Blandine Calais-Germain, François Germain ; translated by Martine Curtis-Oakes. - 304 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Translated from the French.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
With detailed drawings and clear, concise text, this resource examines the individual components of the larynx and pharynx; the effects of muscular tensions on the vocal cords; proper alignment of the skull, rib cage and pelvis; the intimate relationship between breath and voice; and the complex roles of the diaphragm, soft palate, lips and tongue in vocalisation. It also provides simple exercises and techniques for increasing air flow and force, correcting posture, and achieving the proper positioning of the tongue, relaxation of the jaw and toning of the soft palate. Whether singer, teacher, actor, lawyer, politician or workshop leader, it reveals how understanding your vocal anatomy enables you to express your best voice.
9781620554197 (pbk.) : £25.00
Voice--Physiological aspects.
Human mechanics.
Health and Fitness.
Health and Wellbeing.
612.7'8