Breathing is the foundation of all good singing... so learn to breathe like a singer!
REMEMBER – Exhalation must be 3-4 times longer than inhalation, so do not force the air out.
1. Sit down but sit up straight, relaxed.
2. Breath in, preferably through the nose.
3. Purse lips slightly (as if to whistle).
4. Breath out slowly through pursed lips.
5. Do not force the air out.
Practice this procedure 4-5 times a day initially to get the correct breathing pattern. You should utilize pursed lip breathing when you are experiencing shortness of breath either at rest or with exertion, or if you feel nervous or apprehensive.
IMPORTANT – You may experience a light-headed feeling while doing pursed lip breathing. This indicates that you are over ventilating yourself and you should breathe more slowly.
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