ABIGAIL WHITMAN
Abigail Whitman is a professional vocalist and Alexander Technique Teacher in the Greater Los Angeles area. Her work centers around the voice as a whole body instrument, exploring how to blend the traditions of classical vocal music with the extended techniques and experimental voice practices in new music today. She both composes and collaborates with current composers to premiere new works.
The Alexander Technique
The Alexander Technique is a mind-body unity work that uses a combination of non-manipulative physical contact and language to help students learn how they can change their habitual movements and how they can be more aware of their body as a whole, connected entity, not just as a group of limbs moving independently. Lessons can either be taught virtually or in person.
Performance
Due to the limitations on in-person performing during the pandemic, I have been exploring new ways to perform via social media and recording platforms. I enjoy collaborating with other artists and believe in the policy of “yes and…” when working on music. I compose my own music as well as perform other works. Click the button to check out my Youtube channel.
Die Alte
Composed by Carola Bauckholt
Performed virtually for CalArts “Made in Lockdown: CalArts Voices Behind the Curtain” event