O.k I'm in big trouble because i have that coughing cold that's going around and NEXT WEEK i have a solo at a really important choir concert. The director said that if i'm not better in a week he's going to have to give the solo to someone else. I went to the doctor and they said that I just need rest and liquids, but that's not going to cut it in a week. I need to be unconjested, and able to sing, what can i do for my voice?
2007-02-21 02:47:10 · 4 answers · asked by musicislife 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
My music director asks us to vehmently avoid anything which could make our throats numb, etc., because you can really really hurt your vocal cords while trying to sing that way. He and the rest of our choir swear by Ricola drops. In the days leading up to your solo, try Mucinex-D (for the cough and congestion) and Vitamin C or similar (airborne, etc) to kick your immune system in. SLEEP! it will do wonders to help you get better. In a pinch, I use dextromethorphan (Robitussin DM -they make it in a pill form) which suppresses coughs but make sure you drink lots of liquids when you take it because I've noticed it makes my mouth really dry when I'm singing. You might ask your director if he knows any "miracle" cures, I'm sure he's been in your situation before; all singers have!
2007-02-21 09:43:25 · answer #1 · answered by Ashley 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Okay, same thing happened at Seussical for me.
1. Theraflu works well. Yeah, that powdery tea stuff. Drink it as directed, and have a cup at least an hour before your performance.
2. If your throat can stand spicy food, it clears sinuses right out!
3. Vick's isn't bad, even if you do smell quite unpleasant when you put it on. It will work for some congestion.
4. Drink plenty of hot tea. This isn't bad, even when you're perfectly healthy. I like Celestial Seasonings peppermint and chamomile flavors. You might want to do a caffeinated black tea before your performance, though. Look for "breakfast" in the name. This stuff packs a good punch!
Sleep about an hour longer, even two, than you normally do, and be sure to keep sipping that water! Take cold medicine that works with Theraflu. (check the ingredients!) I found that hot stage lights do wonders for colds, too. Remember to have a pack of tissues waiting as soon as you're done!
2007-02-26 14:10:50 · answer #2 · answered by Leafy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
is the congestion in your chest? Try Musinex-D it will loosen the phlegm from your lungs.....but DO rest and drink lots of liquids. Also you could try Tylenol Severe Congestion if it is in your head and sinuses.
Good luck!
2007-02-21 02:52:03 · answer #3 · answered by ntouchspa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
drink a hot tottie ....wiskey,lemon and honey mixture...don't talk unless really necessary...write everything down on a note pad...and get plenty of rest and yes plenty of fluids...
2007-02-25 06:33:33 · answer #4 · answered by Sterling D W 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋