circular breathing
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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He taught students the special technique of circular breathing to play the didgeridoo, a method that’s transferable to other wind instruments.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 19, 2020
Gripping a harmonica and microphone at the same time, Mr. Cotton practiced a technique called circular breathing, in which he inhaled through his nose while continuing to play long, energetic lines on his harmonica.
From Washington Post • Mar. 18, 2017
Dickson's playing has been helped by use of "circular breathing".
From Reuters • Aug. 19, 2014
The Qi Gong circular breathing practice goes great with When the Levee Breaks.
From Slate • Jun. 9, 2014
Playing bass saxophone and occasionally alto, he uses fingers, breath, extended techniques — including circular breathing, overblown multiphonics and vocalizing while playing — and sheer astonishing stamina to perform.
From New York Times • Apr. 17, 2011
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