Ideally, the sound behind every singer is what defines their music to the world and is the sole foundation of their music. The paper not only focuses on looking at the challenges that come along with maintaining a healthy voice but the tips of how to improve it more. Importantly, the use of a survey of students aspiring to be singers in life will help in having a proper analysis of the topic in relation about initiating the best performance a singer can accomplish.
Factors that are necessary for maintaining a healthy voice and delivering outstanding live performances
Sleep
Sleep is essential in ensuring that the body recharges and relaxes and our voices are also affected when a person does not get enough sleep. This causes fatigue and essential factors like lacking clarity, losing volume and a diminished tone quality develops. (S., 2018)
Diet
The most important factor here is avoiding foods that can cause vocal inflammation. Foods that can cause stomach problems can affect the vocal chords. Chiefly, the best meals that a singer can eat especially before performances is fruits and vegetables. (S., 2018)
Clearing the throat
Presumably, when a singer feels the presence of extra phlegm in her throat she risks causing her vocal chords to swell if, he or she coughs, instead, the proper solution is to make an ahem sound which will be useful for the moment. This may cause a strained voice which will affect the performance in the process. (Alchemlife.com, 2018)
Exercise
Aerobic exercising is vital in promoting a blood circulation that is healthy. A healthy lifestyle will help the body to give its best thus providing the right amount of positive energy by expanding the lungs and keeping the airways pleasant.
Conclusion
In conclusion, successful live performances are important in determining a singer’s image and career. Staying hydrated and avoiding behaviors such as smoking is one of the most primary attributes in the survey.
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