Eliminate Throat Tension for a More Resonant Sound

Throat tension and resonance often go hand in hand, particularly in challenging sections with larger leaps. Callie discusses some approaches for reducing throat tension:

• Practice humming the notes to feel the resonance in the face
• Breathing: visualize filling up from the bottom and back of the rib cage
• Establish a relaxed posture before starting to play
• Inadequate wind force contributes to throat tension. Practice practice “buzzing” for relaxation and air support
• Experiment with “flutter tonguing” as a practice technique to loosen up your throat