Stepping Up And Down

The sensation of stepping up and down is related to the vocal cords being adjusted by the stretcher and closer muscles for the pitches being sung.

As one ascends the scale, there is less length, width, and depth of cords vibrating. The singer has the feel of stepping up and back the vocal staircase, from basement to first floor to second floor to the attic.

As one descends the scale, there is more length, width, and depth of cords vibrating. The singer has the feel of stepping down and in front.

All of this feel is just a reflection of adjustments taking place at the level of the cords. The feel is only present when the function is correct. First, the function is established and improves. Then, one begins to have proper sensations that testify to vocal health.

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!