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I'm so glad you found your way to Meditation & Melismas, my blog exploring the intersection of the practices of yoga and classical singing. http://www.bridgeteskaggs.com/meditationandmelismas/2018/3/26/issue-1-dharma-and-the-classical-singers-path monthly 0.5 2018-03-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/556dc0fee4b0744f50e46033/1522072851383-3D27BGFOBIMD02PMM6NM/BridgetSkaggs_2.18.17_by_ElliotMandel-11.jpg Meditation & Melismas - Issue #1: Dharma and the Classical Singer's Path Elliot Mandel Photography http://www.bridgeteskaggs.com/meditationandmelismas/2018/5/29/issue-2-releasing-tension-in-the-neck-shoulders-jaw monthly 0.5 2018-05-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/556dc0fee4b0744f50e46033/1527606819378-6O7OZ8M8REMJ2KN1V6EY/Bridget_5.28.18_by_ElliotMandel-11.jpg Meditation & Melismas - Issue #2: Releasing tension in the shoulders, neck, & jaw - Myofascial release techniques for singers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/556dc0fee4b0744f50e46033/1527640720058-ERSPSOHEAOHKTNJB6OSO/Bridget_5.28.18_by_ElliotMandel-12.jpg Meditation & Melismas - Issue #2: Releasing tension in the shoulders, neck, & jaw - 2. Keep the pressure of your fingertips on the skin as you slowly drop your head away from your hand, stretching the side of the neck. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/556dc0fee4b0744f50e46033/1527639355439-PLFWFM7BRFBIF4I262O3/Bridget_5.28.18_by_ElliotMandel-4.jpg Meditation & Melismas - Issue #2: Releasing tension in the shoulders, neck, & jaw - 3. Slowly lower your head back to the ground. Use a pillow to support your neck if necessary. Stay for up to 2 mins! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/556dc0fee4b0744f50e46033/1527642335970-AI50YZ7AGGQJTAAKWTRN/Bridget_5.28.18_by_ElliotMandel-18.jpg Meditation & Melismas - Issue #2: Releasing tension in the shoulders, neck, & jaw - 2. Roll your head from right to left across the edge of the block, massaging your neck. Notice where your neck wants to grip, and stay in those spots a little longer to release them. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/556dc0fee4b0744f50e46033/1527641827250-73MT4F226257A828SMVS/Bridget_5.28.18_by_ElliotMandel-15.jpg Meditation & Melismas - Issue #2: Releasing tension in the shoulders, neck, & jaw - 1. Continue the previous exercise, but work your way all the way up behind your ear. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/556dc0fee4b0744f50e46033/1527641621192-JM36F758ED4QTODM82TK/Bridget_5.28.18_by_ElliotMandel-13.jpg Meditation & Melismas - Issue #2: Releasing tension in the shoulders, neck, & jaw - Breathe deep Inhale as you lift your head up. Exhale as you drop your head to the side. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/556dc0fee4b0744f50e46033/1527609952982-MI94J33E5Y06UJWZVJYJ/Bridget_5.28.18_by_ElliotMandel-1.jpg Meditation & Melismas - Issue #2: Releasing tension in the shoulders, neck, & jaw - What you'll need: -Two tennis balls -A yoga block -A mat https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/556dc0fee4b0744f50e46033/1527640076566-2BQSO31CU0EYFYO33OIS/Bridget_5.28.18_by_ElliotMandel-11.jpg Meditation & Melismas - Issue #2: Releasing tension in the shoulders, neck, & jaw - 1. From an upright position, press your right fingertips lightly into the left side of your neck. (Opposite hand /to/ side of neck) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/556dc0fee4b0744f50e46033/1527642109949-BEDR2BZ4U7O9LUFMF633/image-asset.jpeg Meditation & Melismas - Issue #2: Releasing tension in the shoulders, neck, & jaw - 1. Place the block on the medium height behind the nape of your neck. 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Keep your jaw slack as you stretch your head away from your hand. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/556dc0fee4b0744f50e46033/1527641719798-8I3OJVGM177685W6OHKI/Bridget_5.28.18_by_ElliotMandel-14.jpg Meditation & Melismas - Issue #2: Releasing tension in the shoulders, neck, & jaw - Explore Work up and down the side of the neck, searching for areas that feel restricted. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/556dc0fee4b0744f50e46033/1527639512196-3IWBL9VK64C7CRRX252I/Bridget_5.28.18_by_ElliotMandel-6.jpg Meditation & Melismas - Issue #2: Releasing tension in the shoulders, neck, & jaw - Alignment: Alignment: Line up the top edge of the block with the crease of your armpit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/556dc0fee4b0744f50e46033/1527639194773-8ZPIZVR5FO8ZJA2VKFQ0/Bridget_5.28.18_by_ElliotMandel-3.jpg Meditation & Melismas - Issue #2: Releasing tension in the shoulders, neck, & jaw - 1. 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