: Examines the "mask," the nasal cavity, and the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) . It explains how jaw positioning affects vocal quality.
: 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
: 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". : Examines the "mask," the nasal cavity, and
The book is structured into sections that explain how these systems interact to produce sound: Dimon emphasizes that breathing should be a natural
: Detailed exploration of the "voice box," including its framework (cartilages), the epiglottis, and the intrinsic muscles that control the vocal folds.
: Analyzes the vocal tract, the function of the palate (the "arched palate"), and the role of the tongue in resonance and articulation.