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How to Develop the Proper Posture for Singing

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Practice this posture exercise along with breathing exercises and they'll become second nature to you when singing before an audience.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Stand backwards against a wall and place your heels about 2 inches from the wall.
Step 2

Push the small of your back against the wall.
Step 3

Keep your head level.
Step 4

Tuck your buttocks under. Your chest should now come up, with your shoulders moving back. This is the proper body alignment for singing.

Step 1

Combine the posture exercise with breathing exercises.
Step 2

Stand erect.
Step 3

Place one hand on your abdomen.
Step 4

Open your mouth and exhale with a soft "ha!" sound.
Step 5

Keep your chest up and pull your lower abdomen in and gently follow your breath out.