Clench abdominals?

I have seen some resources on youtube that suggest clenching stomach muscles a little to add support when going for high notes

I have been struggling to find my mix voice and I tried this and it seemed to work for me. Is this good or bad technique/advice? Is this adding compression as discussed in the blog about mixing?

Is clenching stomach muscles a little when hitting higher notes in mix voice good or bad advice - any takers?

Thanks

Matt

Hi, Matt!

I teach a gentle outward pressure (as a means of helping resist the air for those higher notes), but other teachers do teach a gentle inward pressure with the low belly. The thing you want to avoid is clenching the upper belly or solar plexus. Please see this lesson for explanation and exercises!

Thanks Camille this is very helpful

You're welcome, Matt!