USING YOUR BODY TO SING
Singing is a physical production and actually has cardiovascular benefits. Even if you do not move around, the muscles in the torso, neck and the lungs are being used. A singer creates sound by using the abdominal and back muscles, the rib cage, throat, oral and sinus cavity. The vocal folds (cords) snap open and closed when you sing. There are so many different bodily functions going on when vocalizing.
If you are performing a live show, the physical activity increases ten-fold. You have to move around, like aerobic exercise, as you control your breathing. Notice singers in a live performance, they minimize the movement as they sing. They start dancing intensely when it’s instrumental and move less when they need to use their voice again.
As a singer, you need to be in shape to handle the activity properly. All the muscles work together efficiently provide a consistent stream of air. The consistent stream of air helps you create a strong and powerful voice. You need to express the emotion and passion in your singing with your whole body. Keep your knees lightly bent and engage the quads (thigh muscles). Also, keep the upper body relaxed and free to move.
To belt out those high notes, you need to be in shape. Even if you have good technique, start slowly, warm up, take breaks and drink plenty of water. It’s just like working out, running, yoga and other physical exercise.
JOKE FOR THE DAY:
“If you’re 28 and singing about being over the hill, you’re pretending. When you’re 67 and singing about it, you know what you’re talking about.”
Loudon Wainwright
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