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You're coaching a singer on breath control. How can you give feedback that motivates rather than demotivates?

Effective coaching strikes a balance between constructive criticism and encouragement. To inspire growth in breath control without discouragement, consider these strategies:

- Begin with positive reinforcement. Acknowledge what the singer is doing right before suggesting improvements.

- Use specific, actionable language. Instead of vague comments, offer clear, practical tips they can implement immediately.

- Set achievable goals. Break down the learning process into smaller, manageable steps to build confidence and momentum.

What strategies have worked for you when giving feedback on breath control?

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You're coaching a singer on breath control. How can you give feedback that motivates rather than demotivates?

Effective coaching strikes a balance between constructive criticism and encouragement. To inspire growth in breath control without discouragement, consider these strategies:

- Begin with positive reinforcement. Acknowledge what the singer is doing right before suggesting improvements.

- Use specific, actionable language. Instead of vague comments, offer clear, practical tips they can implement immediately.

- Set achievable goals. Break down the learning process into smaller, manageable steps to build confidence and momentum.

What strategies have worked for you when giving feedback on breath control?

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    Jenevora Williams

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    Positive language is essential for learning. Try to frame everything as a playful experiment. Breath management is fairly straightforward if we get out of the way and let our body get on with it. Things only get difficult if we try too hard, or lose confidence, or get stuck in an unhelpful habit. You can ask the singer what they are aiming to do, what they believe might be the most effective way to manage a flexible and responsive system. If they can work it out themselves (with your expert guidance, of course), they will retain the sensations and habits.

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    Dr. Arturo Ávila Chávez

    Specialist in Professional Voice Management | Otolaryngologist | Member of the Mexican Council of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery | Member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery

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    Desde el punto de vista medico. Sin duda invitarlo primero a que este al 100% en salud. El cantante es un atleta de la voz y debe de dar todo.

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    Jenny Sawer

    Vocalist/Vocal Coach at Jenny Sawer

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    Remember you always have more breath than you think! It’s not how much air you have, but how you manage it! Maintain the position of inhalation for as long as possible and support with the core so the breath escapes slowly and you can turn the breath into tone.

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    Goldermeir N.

    Multi versed Creativepreneur - Lead Coach and Founder- Singbeta Training Center | CEO - T-groopz Music Limited | Film maker | Artist Development Consultant | Founder - Kulienu Lifebuilders Foundation

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    Do not compromise on gentle but honest feedback. Especially Use data based analysis and keep this task or challenge in view as a goal to be attained within a given timeline. You earn trust this way.

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    Sascha Salmen

    Kreativität trifft Strategie – Projekte gestalten, Geschichten zum Leben erwecken.

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    Positives Feedback zur Atemkontrolle zu geben, bedeutet vor allem, kleine Fortschritte zu erkennen und wertzuschätzen. Besonders bei jungen Schauspielern ist es hilfreich, konkrete Verbesserungen zu benennen, wie etwa „Dein Atem war heute viel ruhiger und gleichmäßiger – das hat deiner Stimme richtig Kraft gegeben!“ Es motiviert, Erfolge als Team zu feiern und Übungen spielerisch zu gestalten. Humorvolle Ansätze wie „Wer atmet wie ein Löwe?“ fördern nicht nur die Freude, sondern stärken auch das Selbstvertrauen. Wichtig ist, die Kinder dabei zu ermutigen, selbst stolz auf ihre Fortschritte zu sein, und sie spüren zu lassen, dass die Atemkontrolle ein spannendes Werkzeug für ihre darstellerische Entwicklung ist.

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