Ep.149 Part One: Finding the Best Posture and Alignment for Singing with Jennie Morton

Singing Teachers Talk

West End Musical Theatre performer, lead singer of a London Big Band, and Clinical Osteopath, Jennie Morton joins Alexa on Singing Teachers Talk for part one of a two part episode. This week the pair will be discussing how you can help your singers find their best posture and alignment. Listen in for some great exercises you can use with your students to improve their posture.

KEY MOMENTS

‘Structure governs function’

‘Our bodies are kind of like Plasticine, whatever you do habitually becomes habituated’

‘Elasticity is the key to being an artist. You know where home base is’

‘Maintaining a neutral spine is crucial for optimal posture, with the definition of 'neutral' varying for each individual’

RELEVANT LINKS & MENTIONS

• Singing Teachers Talk Podcast: Ep.97 Elevate Your Musical Performance Through Anatomical Efficiency with Jennie Morton
• Singing Teachers Talk Podcast: Ep.40 Teaching Singing to Dancers with Jennie Morton
• Singing Teachers Talk Podcast: Ep. 32 The Bio-Psycho-Social Model with Stephen King
• Singing Teachers Talk Podcast: Ep.138 Exploring the Benefits of The Alexander Technique for Singers with Patrick Ardagh-Walter

ABOUT THE GUEST

After a long performing career as a Ballet dancer, West End Musical Theatre performer, and lead singer of a London Big Band, Jennie is now a Clinical Osteopath specialising in the field of Performing Arts Medicine. She provides treatment for musculoskeletal, neurobiological, and psycho-physiological issues from her base in Los Angeles. She also works as a Performance Coach for singers and actors, focusing on anatomical efficiency, embodiment of artistry, movement education, and rehabilitation from vocal injury. Jennie co-created the MSc in Performing Arts Medicine at University College, London, and lectures internationally to artists, arts educators, and healthcare professionals on the subject of performance-related injuries. She is the author of three books: The Authentic Performer: Wearing A Mask And The Effect On Health; The Embodied Dancer: A Guide To Optimal Performance; and Dancing Longer, Dancing Stronger. Her website www.jenniemorton.com contains many of her published articles and educational resources, as well as links to her online courses on a range of health topics.
EPISODE RESOURCES

Guest Website:

• www.jenniemorton.com

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