Vocal Anatomy 101
with Holly Boaz
Tuesday, July 28, 2020 | 2:00 PM (Pacific Time) | Zoom Webinar
Get to know your instrument in deeper detail with this straightforward overview of vocal anatomy. Holly will walk you through the basic structure and function of the various moving parts of the human voice. Topics will include the primary muscles and mechanics of breathing and the structure of the larynx and the vocal tract. We'll talk about how each part of the instrument functions and relates to vocal production. As a bonus, we may even dispel a few myths along the way!
Vocal Anatomy 102: Breath and Alignment
with Holly Boaz
Tuesday, August 11, 2020 | 2:00 PM (Pacific Time) | Zoom Webinar
Examine the structures and mechanics of breathing and breath management while exploring alignment and posture. We will look at the physiology and physics involved in breathing as well as a few cross-body connections that might not be immediately apparent, but can affect our ease and efficiency of breathing, especially as choral singers. We will consider the concepts of posture and alignment and how they affect our use of breath and ease of vocal production. Expect some nerdy science-speak AND a few practical exercises for further exploration!
Vocal Anatomy 103: The Larynx
with Ryan Bede
Saturday, September 25, 2021 | 11:00 AM (Pacific Time) | Zoom Webinar
The larynx, that box at the front of your neck, is one of the most crucial parts of the body when it comes to singing. But most singers, even professionals, misuse or don't fully understand the tissues that actually produce our sound. We continue our popular Vocal Anatomy series with a focused presentation on the mysteries of the larynx, including the secrets of how to take care of ours.
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Vocal Anatomy 104: The Pharynx
with Ryan Bede
Saturday, May 21, 2022 | 11:00 AM (Pacific Time) | Zoom Webinar
We continue our popular Vocal Anatomy series with a focused presentation on the pharynx, those fleshy tissues in the upper throat that connect the mouth and nose above to the larynx and vocal cords below. The pharynx is fundamental in air flow, resonance, and even vowel formation. Ryan Bede returns after his acclaimed presentation on the larynx last semester, taking us one notch anatomically higher
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Vocal Anatomy 105: The Articulators
with Ryan Bede
Wednesday, November 9, 2022 | 6:00 PM (Pacific Time) | Zoom Webinar
Continuing our popular Vocal Anatomy series, Ryan Bede explores the vocal articulators: the tongue, upper palates, rear wall of the throat, and other elements within or near the mouth. Understanding these aspects is at the foundation of vocal formation, resonance, and articulation. This session will elaborate on how to use those parts of your anatomy to greater potential.
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This program is supported, in part, by a grant from the Washington State Arts Commission, in addition to the National Endowment for the Arts, 4-Culture, the Seattle Office of Arts and Culture, and many generous donors.