If your breath in makes a high sound instead of a low one, you're only taking a sip of air. Here's the shark fin trick that lets you hear the difference.
Ever run out of air at the end of a phrase, or felt your shoulders tighten up after hours of rehearsal? In this course, John Turman shares his go-to breathing and mobility strategies for wind players. You’ll learn deep-breathing drills like the “shark fin breath,” targeted stretches to unlock your ribs and neck, and resistance band movements to help protect your shoulders from repetitive strain injuries. With tips drawn from marching band hacks and orchestra-tested endurance routines, this session will help you build a warmup that supports both your sound and your long-term physical health.
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