Thank you so much Claudia Friedlander♥ this is awesome informative. Years ago im a belter i used to join a lot of singing contest when i was at my young age but, after i got married and giving birth, i cannot sing anymore like i used to. I feel so frustrated because i don't know how to use my diaphragm like before i am very depressed but now you enlightened me again♥ God bless you♥♥♥
I'm surprised at this video, especially since I've LOVED everything else Claudia has done.. What about appoggio and inhalare la voce? I've been practicing them and I like my results.
Part 2 addresses the anatomy of inhalation, and the next installation will cover breath management (aka appoggio, depending upon your approach). However, my aim with this video series is primarily presenting the anatomy and biomechanics involved in breathing for singing without too strong a prejudice for a particular technique. Different teachers and singers prefer different methods for breath management; my hope is that understanding the anatomy and physics involved will help viewers to improve their breathing, whatever their preferred method. Regarding appoggio, the idea is to engage in "la lotta vocale," create "struggle" between the inhaling and exhaling forces to increase subglottal breath pressure. Since the strongest exhaling force available to us is created by pulmonary elasticity, you will create your appoggio more efficiently if you access that prior to relying on your abdominal muscles to do the job.
@@ClaudiaFriedlander Thank you. I will reread until I understand all of what you said. Not that it isn't perfectly written, but I am still green. I do learn, however, and I will "stick with it". I have seen scraps of daylight already and their portent feels powerful. Thanks again.
Nice lessons. Thanks. Do you ever teach students on breathing and singing techniques when the performer has props or instruments that hinder proper singing? Not sure if I'm wording this question right. For me, I stand while playing a guitar and sing. The guitar is directly in front of my abdomen. Sometimes I press down on the guitar and my shoulders from the guitar strap makes them hurt. Singing properly with "props" is a challenge. Luke Opra singers might have to sing in tight costumes. I don't know what I'm trying to say. I see a ton of videos on TH-cam on how to play the guitar. And videos on how to sing. I haven't found one yet on how to play the guitar and sing "properly". I'm going to bed. Thanks for your lessons on singing.
This is a really important question, and one that I wish we spent more time addressing! Broadway productions often have a team of physical therapists on retainer who are there to make sure that the demands of staging do not pose a threat to the performers. This can involve dealing with cumbersome props. And playing an instrument has its issues - an instrument that demands an asymmetrical posture, such as a guitar or a cello, can lead to physical problems if postural considerations are not taken into account. I have worked with a number of singer/songwriters on how to sustain their best singing technique while also playing the guitar or piano. For some people it seems to come naturally but many really have to develop the coordination in an intentional and focused way. I think where it needs to start is practicing guitar and singing separately, and then paying close attention to the ways in which they support or seem to contradict one another. Noticing that your alignment and breathing start to suffer when you pick up the guitar is the first step in creating a solution.
I find my throat gets a bit tense down close to the collar bone when I breathe in. is there a particular reason for this, or do I just need to focus on staying relaxed? thank you so much for all your videos, they are helping me tremendously!
When we talk about “tension” we’re referring to muscular activity. So if you are feeling tense in your throat when you inhale, the most likely reason is that you are unnecessarily engaging some muscles in the area; the likely solution is to become aware of what you are engaging and then learn to keep those muscles relaxed instead. Without observing you I cannot know what it is that you’re doing, but keep in mind that you do not have to engage any throat muscles in order to inhale. Try gently massaging the area that feels tense, either with your finger tips or a small electric massager.
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This is the first time someone has described this to me in a way that not only made sense, but actually made me care about breath management.
It means a lot to me to hear you say that!
as you explain, it fundamentally changed my attitude to singing. I am happy that I found you.Thank you ❤️
Maestra friedlander, your videos are very very very helpful! Ty for taking the time to make them
Thank you so much Claudia Friedlander♥ this is awesome informative. Years ago im a belter i used to join a lot of singing contest when i was at my young age but, after i got married and giving birth, i cannot sing anymore like i used to. I feel so frustrated because i don't know how to use my diaphragm like before i am very depressed but now you enlightened me again♥ God bless you♥♥♥
Your voice will always be there for you! I hope you will continue to sing!
Volume is better. Thank you!
Im so resonating with this！！thank you so much！！
Extremely valuable thank you
That's very valuable, thank you so much +
I'm surprised at this video, especially since I've LOVED everything else Claudia has done.. What about appoggio and inhalare la voce? I've been practicing them and I like my results.
Part 2 addresses the anatomy of inhalation, and the next installation will cover breath management (aka appoggio, depending upon your approach). However, my aim with this video series is primarily presenting the anatomy and biomechanics involved in breathing for singing without too strong a prejudice for a particular technique. Different teachers and singers prefer different methods for breath management; my hope is that understanding the anatomy and physics involved will help viewers to improve their breathing, whatever their preferred method. Regarding appoggio, the idea is to engage in "la lotta vocale," create "struggle" between the inhaling and exhaling forces to increase subglottal breath pressure. Since the strongest exhaling force available to us is created by pulmonary elasticity, you will create your appoggio more efficiently if you access that prior to relying on your abdominal muscles to do the job.
@@ClaudiaFriedlander Thank you. I will reread until I understand all of what you said. Not that it isn't perfectly written, but I am still green. I do learn, however, and I will "stick with it". I have seen scraps of daylight already and their portent feels powerful. Thanks again.
Nice lessons. Thanks. Do you ever teach students on breathing and singing techniques when the performer has props or instruments that hinder proper singing? Not sure if I'm wording this question right. For me, I stand while playing a guitar and sing. The guitar is directly in front of my abdomen. Sometimes I press down on the guitar and my shoulders from the guitar strap makes them hurt. Singing properly with "props" is a challenge. Luke Opra singers might have to sing in tight costumes. I don't know what I'm trying to say. I see a ton of videos on TH-cam on how to play the guitar. And videos on how to sing. I haven't found one yet on how to play the guitar and sing "properly". I'm going to bed. Thanks for your lessons on singing.
This is a really important question, and one that I wish we spent more time addressing! Broadway productions often have a team of physical therapists on retainer who are there to make sure that the demands of staging do not pose a threat to the performers. This can involve dealing with cumbersome props. And playing an instrument has its issues - an instrument that demands an asymmetrical posture, such as a guitar or a cello, can lead to physical problems if postural considerations are not taken into account. I have worked with a number of singer/songwriters on how to sustain their best singing technique while also playing the guitar or piano. For some people it seems to come naturally but many really have to develop the coordination in an intentional and focused way. I think where it needs to start is practicing guitar and singing separately, and then paying close attention to the ways in which they support or seem to contradict one another. Noticing that your alignment and breathing start to suffer when you pick up the guitar is the first step in creating a solution.
This is so good
Would like to have an online course with you
I find my throat gets a bit tense down close to the collar bone when I breathe in. is there a particular reason for this, or do I just need to focus on staying relaxed?
thank you so much for all your videos, they are helping me tremendously!
When we talk about “tension” we’re referring to muscular activity. So if you are feeling tense in your throat when you inhale, the most likely reason is that you are unnecessarily engaging some muscles in the area; the likely solution is to become aware of what you are engaging and then learn to keep those muscles relaxed instead. Without observing you I cannot know what it is that you’re doing, but keep in mind that you do not have to engage any throat muscles in order to inhale. Try gently massaging the area that feels tense, either with your finger tips or a small electric massager.
Claudia Friedlander thank you so much for replying! I will try that when practising. thank you so much!
Somber Miller looks like a mad scientist
Do you do online lessons?
I do. Feel free to reach out for the details, claudia at claudia friedlander dot com 🙏
Wow okay
I like the haircut of the guy with transparent body..
Race your voice please