Phonation

Dispelling Vocal Myths Part 1: "Sing From Your Diaphragm! (Article)
The first of a series of articles, the author wishes to provide facts that can clarify myths about vocal technique or the vocal mechanism. Dr. Michael is Assistant Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology, University of Minnesota Medical School. (For the second installment, see vol. 67, no. 4, March/April 2011: 417-421.) (posted 2:34 PM, August 27, 2014)

Letter to the Editor - Dispelling Vocal Myths Part 1: "Sing From Your Diaphragm! (Article)
Michael responds to a Letter to the Editor regarding muscle use in breathing. (posted 2:34 PM, August 27, 2014)

The Application of Vocal Fry (Article)
Vocal fry is a vocal production that is marked by a low fundamental frequency (below 70 Hz), low subglottic pressure, and minimal air flow. This article describes in detail how vocal fry is produced, explores a variety of pedagogical opinions about fry and its utility in the teaching of singing, and provides sample exercises the authors have found successful for addressing specific vocal problems. (posted 2:34 PM, August 27, 2014)

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