[Harp-L] TMJ / hearing

["John F. Potts" <hvyj@xxxxxxx>]

Chris,

To create an appropriately large and  open oral resonance chamber  
when plating (which is essential for good tone), your lower jaw  
should be dropped (as if you were in the middle of a yawn)  and  
RELAXED while you are p laying.  Your lower jaw should NOT be thrust  
out or tight--which, btw, will also inhibit deep embouchure.  if you  
are creating air pressure from your diaphragm, (as you should) your  
jaw and other facial muscles should be open and relaxed while you are  
playing.  So, FWIW, it may help if you try modifying your playing  
technique.


JP