Alignment for Singers

Front

Good posture for singing is standing up straight with muscles flexed and knees locked.

Back

disagree

Front

In the table below, describe what you think good alignment for singing looks like for the area of the body: Feet.

Back

Feet should be shoulder-width apart and relaxed.

Front

In the table below, describe what you think good alignment for singing looks like for the area of the body: Pelvis/Hips.

Back

The pelvis should be in a neutral position.

Front

What does good alignment for singing look like for the area of the body: Chest?

Back

The chest should be lifted and open, allowing for full lung expansion.

Front

Good alignment for singing in the area of the body: Shoulders looks like:

Back

Shoulders are relaxed and down, not hunched or raised.

Front

Alignment has to do with the ______________ structure.

Back

structure

Front

We want ______________ to take the least amount of energy.

Back

to take the least amount of energy

Front

The voice works best without ______________.

Back

silence

Front

Good alignment is important because:

Back

it ensures consistency and clarity.