Day 7: Vocal Anatomy: Meet the Larynx

From: 30 Day Beginner Course with Camille
by Camille van Niekerk

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Great job so far! Now we’re going to briefly talk about your larynx, also known as the voice box. This is where all the magic happens. We’ll go over where it’s located, what its function is, and end with some notes on vocal health. 

  • Locate your larynx
  • Exercise: Yawny YAH (pattern 1-3-5-8-5-3-1)
  • Basic anatomy: CT and AT muscles, Adam’s Apple
  • Vocal fold function
  • Vocal health & laryngology
  • Don’t: be afraid to explore a different sound when singing. Creating extra space will sound different from your normal speaking voice! 
  • Review exercise: YAH 5-1 (creating space in the throat)

Audio:


Day 7 - Alto - Yawny YAH
Day 7 - Bass - Yawny YAH
Day 7 - Soprano - Yawny YAH
Day 7 - Tenor - Yawny YAH

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Instructor: Camille van Niekerk


Camille van Niekerk is a singer, writer and vocal instructor in Southern California. Camille began studying voice and performing in musicals at age seven. In 2010, Camille began working towards her BA in Music Education at Azusa Pacific University. She then earned her teaching credential from San Diego State University and taught classroom choral and instrumental music. Shortly after moving to LA county, Camille began her private vocal studio, providing vocal coaching, ear training, and recording for students of all ages. She is constantly refining her skills and methods for greater versatility and effectiveness. When she is not teaching, Camille enjoys singing with the L.A. Choral Lab and Ensoma Creative. She lives in San Diego with her husband and loves going to the beach, practicing yoga, reading, and cooking.