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A Sexy Voice Starts With A High DEB number ... A Forgotten Muscle (The Diaphragm)

Acoustics is the interdisciplinary science that deals with the study of sound, ultrasound and infrasound (all mechanical waves in gases, liquids, and solids). There are formulas that exist for sound intensity, sound pressure, particle velocity and acoustic impedence.

Measurement of sound to determine diaphragm enhanced breathing (DEB) vs. non-diaphragm enhanced breathing (non-DEB) when evaluated with wound care has yielded incredible results. It has been shown that there is a direct correlation with the individual's health specifically healing rates (already a measure of time) vs. time indicates that the healing acceleration is increased.

This was accomplished using our company'sintellectual property: GY-DCAL (Dr. Gordon & Yourself Solutions Together: Directed Combinatorial Algorithmic Library). This has generated a wide array of data that is difficult to comprehend for many ( example -as can be seen in the comments). =D

Using GY-DCAL in DEB research has provided an enormous level of +ve data and the necessity of voice training beyond stage performance or public speaking but instead for the everyday person! We've found that the phrase: "Having the wind knocked out of you!" is physiologically correct. When the wind (or air) is not able to flow deep into the lungs, the amount of proper exchange time is decreased considerably. The lungs both intake air to support life but also detoxify the living system by allowing air (CO2) to be removed. By increasing your DEB rating, you will experience dramatic changes in weight, complexion, and your voice will 'sound' dramatically different. To be able to show this impact has been very fascinating for myself and our team since the mathematics part is often the part no one wants to work on. I have literally 'heard' the difference in people who have increased their DEB rating and they even sound better over the telephone.

Note: Yoga and Pilates both teach breathing exercises using the diaphragm. Like many systems that teach utilizing the diaphragm, they don't allow the customer to instantly see the measurement of the +ve benefits as a mathematical number. With GY-DCAL, the data is real time and each session can be evaluated on how much improvement took place between sessions. Regular yoga and pilates training does not mean your DEB number will be increased. In fact, you can tell by asking someone to sing. The GY-DCAL data shows unless your breathing is matched with your ability to project sound, it doesn't qualify as a higher DEB unit.

For readers who are interested in measuring sound, microphone distortion is also a huge problem. We insist on Neumann Berlin microphones ( corporate website) with polar pattern of super/hypercardiod condenser microphone operating on phantom power.

High quality microphones serve to "capture" the voice. The mixer, interface and output (i.e. Bang & Olufsen) should not be neglected but where much data is missed/lost due to distortion is at the input. A poor selection of the microphones (i.e. karaoke microphones) to pick up sound can ruin your music or in our case the GY-DCAL DEB data.

The private interview doesn't go into DEB research (that would be too boring unless you had difficulties trying to sleep) but it does allow you to get a first hand glimpse into the life of a professional and multi-talented singer: Shairah. According to GY-DCAL: Her intense number of followers and her sexy voice has a high correlation with her high DEB rating. She's fun and interviews well!! Her own previous traumatic experience (listen on clip#3/4) is another example of how a higher DEB rating can help you rebound and heal quickly. No one can know when an accident can happen to them but having a higher DEB rating is like having insurance for a rainy day. If it storms, you definitely want to have banked on positively increasing your DEB number. BTW: Interestingly, the wrong exercises and poor singing methods can also lower your DEB number.

Here are some references if you'd like to know how extensive a role Shairah has in the field as a Songwriter, Composer and Producer. Shairah created music for not only herself but Feature Films, TV, Video Games and many more:

  1. My Space Community
  2. Facebook Community
  3. AnD Community

Interview clips (online/offline with Shaira):

Shairah Interview Part 1 - Dr. Gordon Chiu

Shairah Interview Part 2 - Dr. Gordon Chiu

Shairah Interview Part 3 - Dr. Gordon Chiu

Shairah Interview Part 4 - Dr. Gordon Chiu

Shairah Interview Part 5 - Dr. Gordon Chiu

about 15 years ago 0 likes  13 comments  0 shares
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nice knew there was more to the diaphram then just learning to speak up and take deeper breaths.
about 15 years ago
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To Shairah, Artists & Musicians: Thank you for making music with me. Your presence has allowed me to appreciate the algorithms in a different light!! You sound so wonderful and now we are seeing how this shows up in DCAL of DEB numbers! Keep up the great work!!! AnD visitors: Please click on the IMEEM links so that you can listen to Shaira and provide your support!!! You made it fun!!! Thanks ...
about 15 years ago
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It is possible to increase your DEB #. Here is a partially detailed version. If you want more, let me know. #1. Get a good microphone that doesn't distort your voice. #2. Record your voice when you sing a song. Pick songs that are more difficult to reach and compare the differences. #3. Classic Songs like: Love Me Tender, Unchained Melody will not sound good with low DEB numbers. #4. One easy way to increase your DEB # fast is by doing situps where you elevate only your legs while your back is flat. You want to hold your breath while you elevate your legs and as you lower the legs slowly, you want to sing phrases of a song. Remember, breathing must occur using the diaphragm. You can test if you are using your throat or diaphragm by using a DEB metering device (it will show 0 even though your screaming at the top of your lungs if you are not using your diaphragm) #5. Record various clips as .wav rather than .mp3 files using an interface. Computer latency issues can also distort the output. -this is important only if you're trying to compare changes to your voice over time. Alternatively, you can get your DEB # measured and then go for voice lessons. If your DEB # goes up ... keep going until it stops improving. If your DEB # goes down, you should get a refund. Most importantly, enjoy!!
about 15 years ago
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My friends and I have noticed, after working with the professionals, your voice and speaking becomes fuller and more dynamic. As an aside, if I really believed in the lyrics that I was singing, the song would also sound better and more convincing (this wasn't as easy and it took lots of watching certain movies to get the emotional hang of it). I learned from the professionals that while expression is not part of a DEB value it is important to convey the message of the song you're singing. In fact, songs like Love Me Tender without emotion can sound monotonous if it lacks feelings that match the lyrics. There are plenty of clips over the past 8 years that are stored here (free membership) of my days when I spoke on stage without increasing my DEB value -I sounded much more nasal because I too was using my throat. Speaking with low DEB values can also affect your negotiation skills and job interviews since the other party has to strain to hear your voice. So while DEB values are not the major driver for sounding sincere, nasal sounds can detract from a conversation, lecture or negotiation. http://www.gordonyourself.com/version5/en/museum-login.php
about 15 years ago
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Ah yes, AnD was how we met and that is why the interview is posted and included here. I do think that AnD is a most wonderful site for artists to career match in any opportunity or event. If there is anything that can be done to include artists in my line of work, I'll be happy to do so ... =D -G
about 15 years ago
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Thank you Dr. Gordon for inviting me on your show. I had a great time! And many thanks to AnD for providing a great platform for us to have met! All the Best ~Shairah~
about 15 years ago

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