Sex Steroid Hormones: An Overview Of Their Impacts On Voice
Thursday 26th May 2022, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (London Time)
The first evidence that there is a relationship between sex steroid hormones and voice quality is found in the historical recordings and descriptions of the voice of the Castrati.
Later on, histological observations of the mucosa of the larynx showed the presence of specific receptors for these hormones, i.e., oestrogens, progesterone and testosterone in several vocal fold mucosal subunits.
Therefore, it is not surprising that voice quality changes during puberty, with the menstrual cycle, during pregnancy and at menopause.
Besides physiological and acoustical changes observed in association with sex steroid hormonal variations, this workshop will show how these changes affect singer’s performance and career choices.
Filipa M.B. Lã
Filipa M.B La (soprano) holds a Ph.D. and Master’s Degree in Music (Singing) and a Licentiate in Biology (Education). The interdisciplinary nature of her background encouraged...
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