Clavicular breathing singing

Clavicular breathing relies on the muscles of the chest, shoulders, upper back, and neck to elevate the upper rib cage and chest for each inhalation. This causes the upper chest and lungs to expand, resulting in inhalation.

1. What is the correct breathing technique for singing?
2. What type of breathing is not used for singing?
3. What is diaphragmatic breathing in singing?

What is the correct breathing technique for singing?

Learn to Sing: Breathing

1. Breathe deeply from your lower lungs - imagine a rubber ring around your waist (your diaphragm)
2. Breathe in and try to push the ring outwards.
3. Breathe in through your nose and out through your nose and mouth.
4. Avoid raising your shoulders as you breathe in - keep them relaxed and level.
5. Relax!

What type of breathing is not used for singing?

Breathing correctly is extremely important if you're serious about singing. So it's vital that you are able to identify and fix any problems if your technique is not up to scratch. There are 4 main incorrect types of breathing: Upper chest breathing, Rib breathing, Back breathing and Belly breathing.

What is diaphragmatic breathing in singing?

The name of the game is diaphragmatic breathing.

This method of breathing deep into your belly is the most effective and healthy way to chamber the air necessary for supporting singing, while leaving your shoulders, neck, and jaw out of the equation, thus relieving tension.