: Discusses the suspensory muscles of the throat and how they support the larynx during different vocal activities, such as singing in "head voice" or "falsetto".
: Focuses on the anatomy of breathing , covering the ribs, diaphragm, and abdominal muscles. Dimon emphasizes that breathing should be a natural result of correct bodily coordination rather than a forced action. Anatomie van de stem - Theodore Dimon
: Detailed exploration of the "voice box," including its framework (cartilages), the epiglottis, and the intrinsic muscles that control the vocal folds. : Discusses the suspensory muscles of the throat
: The book concludes with a chapter on the evolution and function of the larynx , explaining how its biological development enabled complex human communication. : Detailed exploration of the "voice box," including
: Examines the "mask," the nasal cavity, and the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) . It explains how jaw positioning affects vocal quality.
In Theodore Dimon's book (in Dutch published as "Anatomie van de stem" ), he provides a comprehensive, illustrated guide to the mechanics and physiological systems involved in human speech and song. Dimon, an expert in the Alexander Technique , breaks down the complex "vocal instrument" into five primary systems. Core Content & Vocal Systems
The book is structured into sections that explain how these systems interact to produce sound: