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What does it mean?
Elvis directed his vocal vibrations to specific resonant cavities, like the teeth, to shape his sound.
In plain terms
He aimed his voice at his teeth to create a distinctive sound.
What can you take from it?
Use vocal resonance points to modify tone.

Where it applies

  • vocal training
  • recording studio
  • live singing

Putting it to work

  • experiment with mouth cavity placement
  • focus on dental resonance

Questions to consider

  • How does resonance affect vocal color?
  • What are safe ways to explore resonance?

Another view

Overemphasis on technique can sound mechanical.

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