Episode #4: How To Make It Through The Cold & Flu Season When You're A Singer

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It's not easy when your body is your instrument. Other musicians get sick too, but their instruments don't wheeze or get clogged up with mucus when attacked by an infection.

In this podcast episode, you'll learn how to stay healthy during the cold and flu season, what to do when you're sick, and how to decide when it's time to cancel a performance.

Learn to listen to your body. It’s your most precious resource. Give it the love and support it deserves. Get professional help and advice if you need it. Then, when you walk on stage, you’ll be able to trust that it will be there for you, giving voice to all that you are.
— Valerie Day
 

Here's a simple exercise you can use to regain vocal cord flexibility after you’ve been sick or trashed your voice from overuse or talking. It’s simple and safe to use no matter what kind of shape your voice is in.


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Links mentioned in today’s episode:

The National Center For Voice And Speech: Check Your Meds

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Transcript

You can find an easy-to-read transcript of this episode of the podcast right here on my website in this blogpost.


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Valerie Day

Musician, educator, and creative explorer. On a mission to help singers create a sustainable life in music.

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