Why are good
singing and good posture strongly interrelated? When the body is working properly, muscles are working more
efficiently, which creates more efficient singing. The vocal instrument functions best when certain conditions
exist. So do the resonators.
What are the
basic functions of the skeleton and muscles? The main purpose of the skeleton is to support, protect, and give shape
to the body. The main purpose of
the muscles is to produce movement and to assist in positioning the body. We shouldn’t confuse these purposes.
What are the
adjectives that the author suggests for good posture? buoyant, expansive, erect, alert, free-to-move, vibrant, flexible,
poised, tall, loose, free, happy, balanced.
Excessive tension must be recognized and avoided.
Define
tonus. A normal state of slight
continuous tension in muscle tissue which facilitates its response to
stimulation.
What is
McKinney’s description of good posture? those
adjectives listed above!
What are the
two types of postural faults? alignment
faults and tensional faults
Define
muscle. A tissue composed of bundles of
elongated cells capable of contraction and relaxation to produce movement in an
organ or part.
What is the
difference between the origin and insertion of a muscle? The origin of a muscle is the first part of the muscle’s name is less
movable. The insertion is the
second part of the muscle’s name and is the more movable part.
In which
direction do muscles pull? How many directions do muscles pull? Muscles pull in one direction only.
How do we
use muscles to stabilize parts of the body? By having two opposite muscle contract in balance.
What do
muscles need in order to work most efficiently? They work more efficiently when given a chance to relax.
What happens
when muscles are held in tension for too long? They start to shake or lose strength.
What are the
two primary clues to tensional faults?
1. Some form of trembling, quivering,
or shaking.
2. Rigidity
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