Voice

Caruso in a lunge

When I sing I never stand on two legs.

-Pavarotti

To understand Pavarotti’s statement is to understand the correct use of the lunge. The lunge is to be used as a dynamic force.. You will learn to root yourself firmly, gather your energy like a coiled spring; Then release that spring with an upward thrust, and let your energy soar.

Most vocal instruction centers on the diaphragm and lungs, on vocal cords and the mouth. The importance of the legs is often ignored. Although the legs are the foundation of breath- support and of the voice.

My student Victoria in Carmen

As a professional singer and college voice teacher of over 40 years, I have found Ari Gil’s approach to the Alexander technique invaluable to myself, my students and several colleagues who have also studied with Ari.

Ari was the only one who showed me how to develop my voice from the foundation Ari methodically works, building the foundation from the ground up.

Ari is also extremely sophisticated and sensitive at recognizing and fostering freedom of artistic gesture, musicality and authentic expression.

Sarah Lopez, PhD

After working with Ari I noticed an astonishing improvement in my ability to breathe better and move my body more efficiently. The results were so amazing to me that I incorporated his ideas into my voice teaching methods.

Ellen Johnson, Assistant Professor of Music, Cerritos College

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