Understanding Nasality and Perception in the Singing Voice

Alexa Terry is joined by Dr Nicholas Perna to talk about nasality in Ep.167. They discuss and unravel the mysteries of the nose’s role in vocal production. From debunking myths about nasal resonance to exploring the benefits of nasal airflow, Dr Perna’s insights will challenge your assumptions and expand your understanding of vocal technique. Whether you’re a singing teacher or a curious vocalist, this episode offers a fresh perspective on an often misunderstood aspect of voice production.
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Spectrum Effects of VPO in Singing by Gill, Lee, La, Sundberg: www.jvoice.org/article/S0892-...
Effects of Nasalance on the Acoustics of the Tenor Passaggio and Head Voice by Nicholas Perna
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Tenor Nicholas Perna’s voice has been hailed by the Houston Chronicle as “an impressive sound,” and the South Florida Sun Sentinel praised his “emotionally driven performance.” Perna was a recent finalist for the American Prize for men in opera, and has appeared multiple times in recent seasons with Opera Mississippi. Perna was twice selected as a Santa Fe Opera Apprentice Artist singer. Additional stage credits vary from opera roles such as Don José in Carmen and Rodolfo in La Bohème to Musical Theatre roles such as Ravenal in Show Boat, and Archie in The Secret Garden. Symphonic appearances include Mahler’s Das Lied von der Erde and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9.
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