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Oct 15, 2024 18 min

Episode 394 - Reducing Tension

from The Intelligent Vocalist Hosted by John Henny

In this episode, John discusses the common issue of vocal tension and shares his favorite techniques to reduce it. He emphasizes the importance of understanding phonation threshold pressure, maintaining proper airflow and support, and the role of body alignment and mental relaxation in achieving a balanced singing experience. John also introduces the concept of negative practice and effective imagery as tools to enhance vocal performance and reduce tension. Episode highlights: Hydration and SOVT exercises help lower the phonation threshold pressure (PTP) value. Support involves a dynamic relationship between inhalation and exhalation. Flow phonation is about balancing airflow and vocal resistance. To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, on-line courses, Voiceschool.com featuring his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com

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