IMPORTANCE OF PROPER BREATHING IN SINGING

Authors

  • Rajeshwari Devi Research Scholar, Department of Dance & Music, Manipur University, Kanchipuram, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v2.i2.2021.39

Keywords:

Breathing, Control, Singer, Vocal Cord, Voice, Diaphragm

Abstract [English]

There is much truth in the statement that ‘breathing is singing’ proper breathing is essential for singing and learning of breath correctly is actually one of the most important aspects to improve the singing voice. Improving breathing technique allows a singer to have more control over their voice and enable them to explore a broader range of notes and to have greater capacity of air and it gives control to expel the breath in order to sustain on the notes for a longer period. The intensity of the voice depends upon the breath forces which regulate the amplitude of the vibrations of the vocal chords. If the foundation of breathing technique is not proper a singer will have poor results, and later will suffer. Good breath management skills are necessary if a singer hopes to be able to sing great wilt skill. So, breathing exercise are critical for any aspiring vocalist to achieve singing success. This paper try to discuss on the Important of proper breathing in singing.

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Published

2021-10-20

How to Cite

Devi, R. (2021). IMPORTANCE OF PROPER BREATHING IN SINGING. ShodhKosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts, 2(2), 86–90. https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v2.i2.2021.39