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== Introduction  ==
== Introduction  ==


Singing is found in all human cultures around the world; it often occurs in social settings such as religious ceremonies and even some sporting events such as football matches, and of course there are many dedicated communal singing groups/choirs in every country.
Singing is found in all human cultures around the world; it often occurs in social settings such as religious ceremonies and even some sporting events such as football matches, and of course there are many dedicated communal singing groups/choirs in every country. Parents sing to their babies, people sing birthday greetings, the new year is often welcomed with a communal song, so there is no doubt that singing and music is embedded within all societies.


== Physical/Physiological Effects of Singing ==
== Physical/Physiological Effects of Singing ==

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Introduction[edit | edit source]

Singing is found in all human cultures around the world; it often occurs in social settings such as religious ceremonies and even some sporting events such as football matches, and of course there are many dedicated communal singing groups/choirs in every country. Parents sing to their babies, people sing birthday greetings, the new year is often welcomed with a communal song, so there is no doubt that singing and music is embedded within all societies.

Physical/Physiological Effects of Singing[edit | edit source]

Respiratory Function[edit | edit source]

Posture[edit | edit source]

Muscle Tension[edit | edit source]

Cardiac Function[edit | edit source]

Immunological Effects[edit | edit source]

Psychobiological Effects of Singing[edit | edit source]