In this episode, Alexa welcomes Genevieve Tawiah – a specialist in vocal physiotherapy. Genevieve shares her insights on how different elements of physiotherapy can aid vocalists and performing artists. They discuss the importance of personalised care, from addressing neck, shoulder, and respiratory issues to managing restrictive costumes
that impact vocal performance. Genevieve also explores the importance of self-awareness, and how she assists her patients in building connection with their bodies.
About the presenter click HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
- Singing Teachers Talk Ep.120 Understanding Singing and Fitness with Duncan Rock
- Singing Teachers Talk Ep.40 Integrated Skills: Teaching Singing to Dancers with Jennie Morton
- Singing Teachers Talk Ep.97 Elevate Your Performance Through Anatomical Efficiency with Jennie Morton
- Singing Teachers Talk Ep.149 Part One: Finding the Best Posture and Alignment for Singing with Jennie Morton
- Singing Teachers Talk Ep.150 Part Two: Finding the Best Posture and Alignment for Singing with Jennie Morton
- Chris Johnson’s Teach Voice
ABOUT THE GUEST
Genevieve Tawiah is a Performance Physiotherapist with a specialism in vocal physiotherapy. She is passionate about improving her patients’ awareness and understanding of their bodies. Originally from Derby in the midlands, she moved to Manchester to study physiotherapy before moving to London to pursue her interest of working in the performing arts industry. Since graduating she has attained experience working in the NHS as well as private sector; worked on West End shows such as Wicked, Harry Potters Cursed Child, The Drifters Girl musical and more; supported various TV shows; and provided vocal and general physiotherapy support for singers both at schools, in show, on their tours and in clinic. She is currently in the midst of writing her first article on vocal physiotherapy collaborating with colleague Lucie Rayner. Genevieve enjoys treating people from a range of different backgrounds and is keen on taking a whole body/whole person approach and collaborating with her patients.
Guest Website: tawiahphysio.co.uk
Guest Email: g.tawiah@hotmail.com
Social Media: @tawiaphysio
