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Lesson 6 - Cord Closure 3

Exercise Legato "M"

Introduction:

Let's build upon our coordination and vocal fold strength, by taking the
staccato "M" exercise one step further.

Coordination:

1) Bend the sound, by simply connecting those clean "M" sounds. Don't
concern yourself with trying to expel breath to create a sound.

2) Lean into the "buzz" that the legato "M" creates.

Conditioning:

1) Let the pressure - or lack thereof - from the staccato "M" act as a point of
reference for your connected Legato "M".

*Remember, the clarity and resonance of the tone are what give the tone its
power. There is no need to tense the neck or to heave breath out.

When can I move on to the next lesson?

Work with this lesson for at least 1 week, if not 2. The staccato to legato
"m" is a great exercise for building strength and coordination in the vocal
folds.

Common Problems

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Don't squeeze the "m" on the sustained tones. Let the short, staccato, "m"
sounds establish the pressure for the longer legato "m" sounds. Allow that
feeling to be your guide.

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