Peaking the strength and freedom of your diaphragm, (possible through the techniques of Breathing Coordination upon which the BreathingRx System is based,) creates some interesting conditions in the body that help singers. For instance, when the diaphragm is trained to be so free that it can rise higher than normal, it can find you more air than you realized was there. This allows you to sing more empty of air consistently and is more relaxing for many reasons. Also, when the diaphragm rises high the pull on the trachea, (airway,) is lessened an the throat and back or the tongue magically release restrictive tensions most singers are not even aware they have. This can also allow the back of your tongue to modulate vowels to increase resonance when needed.
Great singers tell me they occasionally find the "zone". A place where singing and breathing feel completely easy like a release without any effort. Learning specific techniques to be able to perform from that place consistently gives you the mental space, while performing, to allow the subtleties of interpretation to be the main focus. When you can trust yourself to perform at this level consistently you can do deeper artistic preparation knowing you will be able to execute at that level. Yes, I am talking about elite levels of vocal and artistic performance. There are techniques that, when practiced, can ensure that consistency.
By Steven Flam
The Worlds Leading Teacher of Breath Support for Singers
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