The Role of Breathing in Singing: Mastering the Breath

The Voice Science Podcast | Episode [6]

Think there’s only one right way to breathe while singing? Think again. In this episode of The Voice Science Podcast, we debunk the myth of a one-size-fits-all breath and explore how different breathing strategies impact your voice, performance, and vocal health.

Join Drew as we break down the anatomy of inhalation, explain the four main types of breathing for singers—diaphragmatic, thoracic, clavicular, and balanced—and explore how each breath type supports different vocal styles and artistic goals. Whether you’re a classical soprano preparing for a long legato phrase or a musical theatre singer belting onstage, understanding the right breath for the moment is key to vocal freedom.

🔬 Learn:

• Why the diaphragm is always involved—no matter what type of breath you take
• When “belly breathing” helps (and when it doesn’t)
• How clavicular breathing fuels high-stakes, emotional moments
• Why balanced breathing can be both a superpower and a trap
• How thoracic breathing might be your ideal default setting
  
  

🎙 Plus: A sneak peek at VoSci Academy, our soon-to-launch guided learning platform for singers and teachers. Get expert instruction, practical tools, and science-backed strategies to level up your voice—sign up for early access at https://voicescience.org!