Chapter 1 Summary: It is a miracle that we can even sing. The fact that our bodies are created in a way that allows us to produce a singing sound is amazing. There are many different types of labels you can use while describing singing. Many of those adjectives we use are very subjective. A convenient way of describing a voice or sound is by using two different descriptors and placing the voice on a continuum (dark/bright or nasal/non-nasal). The key to this is listening critically to find a healthy way of singing.
Application: This can be difficult when teaching voice. Maybe the student doesn't like the vibrato sound, or their resonance feels good when it is a bit more nasally. It is important to recognize the students' preferences without allowing the student to develop habits that are unhealthy. If the student is forcing a straight tone sound but there is bad tension, that needs to be addressed. A teacher and student have to create goals in which to shoot for and together they can find what will help the student best.
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