Overtone singing for amateurs

Description

The benefits of singing have been well documented in areas of mental health (e.g. Judd & Pooley, 2014), and simultaneous increase in blood plasma oxytocin and reduced adrenocorticotropic hormone (Keeler et al., 2015). Amongst musicians, there have been studies investigating group phenomena (e.g. Hart & Di Blasi, 2015), leading to collective flow experiences and enjoyment. In this presentation, we explore overtone singing – a technique where one person is singing two notes simultaneously. Being able to hear overtones hones a singer’s perception of group intonation. Through vowel overtone singing, this presentation explored how amateurs can use their own voice in the creation of unique musical soundscapes and colours with other singers, and be a source of enjoyment, well-being, or spiritual connection.

Reference music compositions:
Sarah Hopkins, Past Life Melodies (1994)
Kenneth Tay, Flowers of the Forest (2017)

Period	31 May 2023
Event title	Creative Health Symposium
Event type	Conference
Location	St Andrews, United KingdomShow on map