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I know two people who got really into the Alexander Technique, and two more who simply practiced it via books.
Here's what you need to know about it:
1. It is "Alternative medicine."
2. It's about as effective as you would expect from a semi-vitalistic practice a guy made in the 1890s that uses lingo like 'Psycho-physical Unity.'
3. As far as these things go, the Alexander Technique is actually pretty honest when it comes to using it as posture correction for oratory/acting purposes, dance form, etc. It is not devoid of important lessons and potential benefit, especially if you're a chronic sloucher.
4. If, however, the motivation for Alexander Technique perusal comes from lower back pain or physical malady, look right past it to orthopedic masseuses and physical therapy.
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Are you in school? I know in my theatre program there was a class on Alexander Technique and Yoga for the Acting majors. You might be able to find something.
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Several music major colleagues of mine explored the Alexander Technique in their studies. I suppose the idea was to reduce tension, thereby increasing one's ability to efficiently use air. Also, the decreased tension would likely go a long way towards increasing technical facility. Or rather, tension can cause some rather serious issues therewith.
p.s. is 'therewith' a word? hm...
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