Dear Dr. Jahn, I’ve heard that the water you drink never actually touches your vocal folds. So why does it feel so good to drink water during my gigs, if the water isn’t even coming in contact with them? -Jerry Dear Jerry, You’re absolutely right: the water you swallow does not touch your vocal folds. [...]
Archive for the ‘Doctor’s Corner with Anthony F. Jahn MD’ Category
Please Help My Raspy Voice.
Dr. Jahn, I often wake up with a raspy voice (due to a cold, or acid reflux, or a late night of singing), but I have to talk all day at my job. What are some exercises or tricks to help me get my raspy voice ready for the day? -Kendra Dear Kendra, “Morning voice” [...]
Too Much Mucous
Get to the root cause of the excess “stuff” blocking your singing -says Dr. Jahn
Singing When Sick
The show can still go on – but don’t make singing when ill a habit -says Dr. Jahn
Talk Better, Sing Better
Reap vocal benefits by applying technique to your talking –says Dr. Jahn
Water is My Cure-All
Singing and ice-skating have something important in common –says Dr. Jahn.
Do I Need A Sore Throat?
Have your vocal power come from your abdomen and chest -says Dr. Jahn
The Post-Nodule Singer
Nodules can actually be compared to corns on your toes –says Dr. Jahn
Ugh. I’ve Got A Cold!
Learn the ways to minimize vocal stress and strain when you have to sing with a cold -says Dr. Jahn
My Voice Needs Help – Now.
Know the symptoms that mean a trip to the ENT sooner rather than later…


