We often hear of cancelled shows by well-known singers due to vocal damage. Voice is of course, the essential tool of their trade. What is less acknowledged is the fundamental importance of voice in teaching. Yet it must be nurtured and protected.
The Health and Safety Executive estimates that one in five teachers have missed work due to voice problems in any one year, five times the rate for the workforce as a whole. Those whose initial training included advice on the care of their voice appear to have fewer problems during their careers than some of their peers.
As winter begins, it’s a good time to remind ourselves of the importance of protecting our voices. The cold air of the season is bad for the vocal chords and increases the risk of throat infections.
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