physiologic voice therapy

Question 1

what is coblenzer’s reflexive breath replenishment? who is it used by?

Answer 1

• /f, s, sh/ low diaphragm + expanded lungs + neg pressure = automatic replenishment of air
• actors and singers

Question 2

what is the alexander technique? steps (3)? which body parts does this technique focus on?

Answer 2

• posture training program to change bad habits
• 1) recognize, 2) stop and inhibit, 3) mental self-instruction and control
• head and neck balance

Question 3

the alexander technique – commands? (2)

Answer 3

• “stop”
• “how” = correct movement execution

Question 4

the alexander technique – head orientation?

Answer 4

upwards and forwards

Question 5

what is the vocal function exercises approach?

Answer 5

four exercises for home practice to be done twice each and twice a day

Question 6

vocal function exercise 1? how long to aim for? measure?

Answer 6

• sustain /i/ for as long as possible (softly but not breathy)
• aim for 40-45sec
• measure via airflow or compare to longest /s/

Question 7

vocal function exercise 2? goals (4)?

Answer 7

• glide from low to high on “knoll”
• 1no voice breaks
• 2forward placement + open pharynx
• 3vibrations should be at lips
  -4muscles STRETCHED

Question 8

vocal function exercise 3? goals (4)?

Answer 8

• glide from high to low on “knoll”
• 1no voice breaks
  -2vibrations should be at lips
  -3stable voice
  -4 muscles CONTRACTED

Question 9

vocal function exercise 4? goals (4)?

Answer 9

• sustain noted CDEFG as long as possible on “knoll” minus the kn
• 1no voice breaks
• 2vibrations should be at lips
• 3stable voice
• 4muscles LOW-IMPACT CONTRACTION