Laura B
Chapter Summary: The key behind being able to sing long runs and trills is agility. Everyone, no matter what voice they have, has the ability to sing coloratura. In order to have a healthy voice, one must sensitive as many nerve fibers in the muscles of the larynx as possible. With coloratura's movement from note to note quickly, it activates new muscle fibers and releases others. This allows for exchange of oxygen without fatigue. This also increases the growth and responsiveness of the muscles. We can train ourselves to sing coloratura by first making sure that we get rid of pressure from the breath and the surrounding extrinsic muscles of the larynx. The mouth, jaw, and tongue must be kept free and mobile. It has to happen on its own without us making anything happening. To have a distinct, 2-note trill, it may take several years of steady practice. Overall, the key to agility is automatic release.
Key Concept: "Flexibility is the lifeline of the voice."
Key Terms: agility, activation threshold, trilling, coloratura
Making Connections: I've never really liked singing coloratura because in the past it felt like it created a loss of control. Now I realize that that is a good thing. I must let my voice happen, instead of trying to make it happen.
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