Stefan Holmström MFA, EMCI

Many singers and speakers experience tongue tension, but why is it so common? Take a look at the MRI image below of the vocal tract in cross section (image 1.). You can clearly see that the tongue takes a lot of space in the oral cavity. It's big! There is far more to it than just the tip, blade or back which you can relatively easily see. Image 1. And because it is connected to so many other structures like the jaw, the soft palate, the head and the tongue bone you can begi

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Photo by Pavel Danilyuk from Pexels Choosing an audition song can be a challenge, but it doesn't have to feel overwhelming. At the end of the day, it is an exciting opportunity to showcase who you are and what you can do. Although specific advice might vary depending on what you're auditioning for, here are a few tips to help you pick the right song - one that you can really enjoy performing and gets you the job. 1. Make sure the song is appropriate Sometimes you will get a