Complete Vocal Fitness: A Singer’s Guide to Physical Training, Anatomy, and Biomechanics

by Claudia Friedlander

Complete Vocal Fitness: A Singer’s Guide to Physical Training, Anatomy, and Biomechanics is a primer on sport-specific training for vocal athletes. Elite athletes apply cutting-edge research in movement and physiology to customize fitness regimens that ensure peak performance. The principles of sports science that enable them to fine-tune strength, flexibility and dynamic stabilization to meet the requirements of a given sport are invaluable for preparing the body to meet the physical demands of singing. This book will teach you to:


Musicians of all kinds benefit from understanding the basics of how their instruments work. This book is also a guide to how the vocal instrument functions. You will find accessible descriptions of the fundamental components of vocal anatomy – laryngeal function, articulation and resonance – explaining their movements, their interaction with one another, their integration with the anatomy of breathing and alignment, and relating them to common non-anatomical terminology often used in the voice studio.

Genres: Music, Nonfiction

208 pages, Paperback

Published June 5, 2018

Reviews

[Jenny · Rating 4 out of 5]

so you're telling me that every single day I have to do yoga, work out every single muscle of my body, upkeep a good posture, run long distances, eat like a supermodel, sleep at least 8 hours, never smoke again, never drink again, get regular health check-ups, get regular massages and trips to the chiropractor, get an x-ray of my vocal tract to detect any problems, drink at least 8 cups of water, maintain a healthy nutrient/vitamin level, never overtire myself, go to therapy, meditate, heal all mental illnesses, do breathing exercises, develop a healthy mindset and never compare myself to others, JUST SO I CAN SING? SHIT!!!!!!!!!

[Matt · Rating 5 out of 5]

A practical, low-jargon explanation of anatomy and fitness needs for singers. This book includes detailed illustrations and photographs of relevant anatomy, exercises, and poses with common errors shown alongside successful iterations to maximize understanding and minimize user error. An overdue boon to any singer or teacher of singers' library!

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fascinating book! I may want a copy of my own so that I can spend more time looking at the exercises in there.

[Hayley Abramowitz · Rating 4 out of 5]

content is excellent, but wording itself is often verbose, to the point of making garden paths. that said, i'm excited to incorporate the exercises in ch 6 into my life as a singer

[Leona Lei]

Lib book due Mar 20,2023

[kate por dentro · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has the best explanation of breath support that I have found. Lots of good info for singers and wind instrumentalists. Recommended!