Ways of singing high notes that don't yield results

1. Singing "on a yawn"
The famous "yawn" exercise is great for preparing the vocal apparatus for high sounds. It relieves tension from the external muscles of the larynx and pharyngeal constrictors.

But singing like that in songs is not an option. The singing position is too wide. However, many still insist on always singing "on a yawn," which hinders the development of high notes.

2. Singing "with a smile"
Often you can hear this recommendation from a teacher for high notes, but there is a nuance.

"Singing snarl", which actually simplifies singing high notes, is formed differently than a smile. The former actively engages facial muscles in the cheekbone area, the latter involves the laughter muscles that stretch the lips. In this position, high notes become flat and unattractive.

3. Inhaling more air
A common misconception: to sing a high note loudly and beautifully, you need to take in more air beforehand. Inflate your stomach, inhale deeply.

The truth is that on high notes we use less air than on low notes: either due to thinner closure of the vocal folds, or due to an increase in the duration of their closure phase.

An excess of air, on the contrary, can trigger a spasm of the false vocal folds and overstrain of the laryngeal muscles.

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