The singing/acting mature adult--singing instruction perspective

Complete knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the vocal mechanism and tract is essential for the voice teacher to be maximally effective. Possible contributing factors to vocal attrition in the mature singer/actor are outlined: poor posture, inadequate respiratory function, lack of adequate hydration, phonatory hyperfunction, habitual speaking pitch at too low a frequency, lack of resonance, tongue tension affecting phonation, resonation, and articulation. Techniques for rehabilitation of the damaged voice are recommended.