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Hi everyone! In this video we are finally covering false fold control. The false vocal folds are a secondary pair of tissue that sit above the true vocal folds. We can control these to achieve a variety of different sounds by constricting or retracting them. This video gives a comprehensive overview of what this vocal control does, why it's useful, what it feels like, ear training to hear the sounds, and 4 approaches for both constriction and retraction. This lesson will be beneficial for vocalists of all backgrounds, skill levels, and target goals.
0:00 Intro
0:31 Basic Information
3:48 Ear Training
5:28 Beginning of Exercises
6:15 Constriction Exercise #1
7:28 Constriction Exercise #2
8:56 Constriction Exercise #3
10:07 Constriction Exercise #4
12:18 Retraction Exercise #1
14:26 Retraction Exercise #2
15:46 Retraction Exercise #3
17:48 Retraction Exercise #4
18:57 Theory & Application
19:49 Sex Differences?
21:00 3 Key Uses for False Fold Control
23:06 Conclusion
One of the most common mistakes in voice feminization is accidental constriction of the false folds during the increase of resonance. If when practicing the "voiceless R1" exercises you find your voice is harsh, doesn't start properly, or get's blocked -- it's likely a constriction problem. Those who have undesirable constriction in their voice can remedy the problem by gaining awareness of this and applying active retraction to offset the constriction. Additionally, those who wish to further feminize or hyperfeminize the glottal behavior will find retraction especially beneficial as it reduces effective supraglottal mass, boosts thinness, increases ease of onset, and slightly alters resonance by narrowing the epilaryngeal space.
Constriction sounds audibly grainy, rough, tense, pinched, and in some cases husky or elderly. It’s often uncomfortable to maintain and can cause vocal fold irritation. It signals to a listener that the speaker is applying effort, straining, or exerting themselves. In contrast, added retraction offers a purer, cleaner, and sweeter sound quality. It’s very gentle on the vocal folds and can decrease vocal fatigue.
After gaining control and awareness, return back to previous vocal exercises you’ve learned from and apply this newfound awareness. Pay close attention to any traces of constriction and work to remove it (unless aesthetically desired). Introduce any degree of retraction you want. Make sure to apply this to the voiceless R1 exercises by trying to keep the air stream relaxed and retracted.
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