Larynx as Resonator

The best resonator is the larynx.

It is adjustable and has hard surfaces. Think of a tuning fork (the cords) vibrating and touching a plate (the larynx). Due to its direct contact, the plate is forced to vibrate with the tuning fork. The cords and larynx are similar to the tuning fork and plate, in that the cords are housed within the larynx. They are in direct contact, with the closest of proximities. When this happens, it is called forced resonance. The singer begins to have the true “singer’s ring” in the voice, which is indicative of much training.

About the author

Allen Rascoe

Allen has been enjoying singing since he was a little kid. He officially studied voice at ECU and USC. However, he ran into some vocal trouble. The search for healing led him to the studio of Dr. Joel Ewing, and into the world of functional vocal mechanics. Allen has explored vocal truth, and thus highly recommends the writings of E-Herbert Caesari, Cornelius Reid, and William Vennard. He is blessed to invite and accompany folks on the journey towards vocal wellbeing. The adventure awaits!