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The Yoga of Singing

My Christmas Present!

by laura on December 29, 2008

My wonderful husband took a trip to Berkeley right before Christmas to be with his father, and together they found this beautiful Singing Bowl. It was the perfect gift and I am thrilled to own it! It takes a great deal of concentration and a steady hand to achieve a smooth, even ring without scraping. [...]

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Top Ten Yoga benefits for Singers

by laura on October 27, 2008

10. Keeps your mind sharp, so you can memorize your music more easily!
9. Increases physical and mental stamina, which is vital for a singer who performs frequently.
8. Reduces tension in the neck and throat so the voice can open up and flow more freely.
7. Teaches you to connect with your authentic self, which is a [...]

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The healing power of the voice

by laura on October 27, 2008

As a trained classical singer who has taught voice lessons for over 10 years, I have been struck by the many parallels between Yoga and singing. Correct singing posture is identical to mountain pose, but with hands at the sides. Deep, diaphragmatic breathing is taught in both disciplines, and although most singers breathe through their [...]

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Prenatal Yoga And Vocal Toning

by laura on October 20, 2008

As a singer and voice teacher, I have always been interested in the power of the voice. Vocalization was one of my most powerful tools during my labors to help me deal with the pain of childbirth. I found an interesting article on www.myyogaonline.com about this subject.
BENEFITS OF VOCAL TONING:

open throat = open birth canal
increases [...]

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