Department
College of Adult and Professional Studies
Location
Bethel University
Document Type
Presentation
Start Date
2-25-2026 3:00 PM
End Date
2-25-2026 5:00 PM
Abstract
Singers often experience voice challenges that lead to poor vocal performance, laryngeal discomfort, and emotional stress and anxiety. Studies indicate that education about vocal health and physiology can help singers prevent vocal disorders and help establish optimal singing and speaking behaviors. The purpose of this study was to explore the use of vocal hygiene strategies by novice singers and students majoring in vocal music. The study focused on the analysis of vocal habits, symptoms, and use of vocal hygiene strategies in a sample of 26 novice singers. Laryngeal endoscopic screening test results of all participants were compared to their self-perceptions of vocal quality and discomfort. Results of this study warrant for enhanced collaboration among speech-language pathologists, vocal pedagogues, and medical professionals in the education of novice singers on vocal health and hygiene.
Recommended Citation
Ray, Jayanti, "Self-Reported Vocal Hygiene Practice in Novice Singers" (2026). Wednesday, February 25, 2026. 8.
https://spark.bethel.edu/dayofscholarship/spring2026/spr2026/8
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Self-Reported Vocal Hygiene Practice in Novice Singers
Bethel University
Singers often experience voice challenges that lead to poor vocal performance, laryngeal discomfort, and emotional stress and anxiety. Studies indicate that education about vocal health and physiology can help singers prevent vocal disorders and help establish optimal singing and speaking behaviors. The purpose of this study was to explore the use of vocal hygiene strategies by novice singers and students majoring in vocal music. The study focused on the analysis of vocal habits, symptoms, and use of vocal hygiene strategies in a sample of 26 novice singers. Laryngeal endoscopic screening test results of all participants were compared to their self-perceptions of vocal quality and discomfort. Results of this study warrant for enhanced collaboration among speech-language pathologists, vocal pedagogues, and medical professionals in the education of novice singers on vocal health and hygiene.