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Singing has always seemed to me the most perfect means of expression. It is so spontaneous. And after singing, I think the violin. Since I cannot sing, I paint.
-Georgia O'Keefe
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From "Why These Emphysema Patients Sing," by Linda Tagliaferro. Published by Spirituality & Health Magazine:
Warm-ups included blowing props such as pinwheels for a lighthearted approach to controlling airflow. Then Engen led group sing-alongs to reinforce concepts of deep breathing. A two-week follow-up showed continued use of diaphragmatic breathing and a psychological benefit. "Instead of letting the disease control their breathing, they felt they learned to control it a bit," said Engen. To find music therapists, visit musictherapy.org.