The Book: Vocal Yoga
“Mindful voice use is a yoga unto itself.”
— H. Lyle
Lyle reveals many of the secrets voice teachers know, but don’t share with their students. All of the mysteries of the voice are unveiled!
Vocal Yoga: The Joy of Breathing, Singing and Sounding is more than a book — it is an invitation to breathe more deeply, sing more freely, and live more fully.
Whether you are a professional performer, a yoga lover, or someone searching for deeper connection and authentic expression, this book offers a joyful and empowering path home to your voice.
This book contains a wealth of information and exercises for breathing, singing and speech, never before combined in one book! 100 exercises for the voice! Whether you are a singer, actor, yogi, or public speaker, this book will give you a better understanding of your voice, and how to become one with it.
Lyle’s book was recently mentioned in the National Association of Teachers of Singing’s academic journal in an article in the May/June 2017 issue, Volume 73, No. 5, pp. 511–518: Vocal Yoga: Applying Yoga Principles in Voice Therapy by Adam Lloyd, Bari Hoffman-Ruddy, Erin Silverman, and Jeffrey L. Lehman. “Heather Lyle incorporates voice pedagogy, yoga postures and principles, directed breathing exercises, and voice science in her work, Vocal Yoga: The Joy of Breathing, Singing, and Sounding. Lyle’s work focuses on respiratory exercises for speech and singing, and also provides examples of speech and singing exercises to achieve a balanced voice production. She incorporates aspects of other popular body alignment techniques and programs in her work including Feldenkrais, Alexander technique, and Tai Chi, among others.”
Your Voice Is Sacred
Your voice is more than sound. It is the vibration of your breath, your emotions, your energy, and your spirit moving through the body. In Vocal Yoga: The Joy of Breathing, Singing and Sounding, internationally respected voice teacher Heather Lyle guides readers through a deeply transformational practice that combines yoga, breathwork, voice science, movement, and sound healing.
This groundbreaking book is designed for singers, yoga lovers, speakers, healers, actors, teachers, and anyone longing to reconnect with the joy and freedom of authentic vocal expression.
Through 100 exercises, readers learn how to:
- Release tension in the jaw, neck, shoulders, and diaphragm
- Increase breath capacity and vocal resonance
- Calm the nervous system through yogic breathing
- Develop a freer, stronger, healthier singing and speaking voice
- Experience sound as vibration, healing, and emotional release
- Awaken confidence, creativity, and presence
Heather Lyle’s unique Vocal Yoga Method® blends:
- Yoga and Pranayama
- Somatic Voicework
- Fitzmaurice Voicework®
- Bel Canto Singing Technique
- Alexander Technique and Feldenkrais®
- Sound Healing and Chakra Awareness
- Modern Voice Science and Fascial Anatomy
- Roy Hart Theatre
- Chi Gong
- Classical Speech Training and more to unblock the breath and free the voice.
This is not simply a voice book. It is a holistic path toward embodiment, expression, and inner freedom.
Who This Book Is For
Perfect For:
🎶 Singers seeking freedom, resonance, and emotional connection
🧘 Yoga practitioners who want to awaken their voice
🎤 Public speakers and actors developing confidence and presence
🌿 Therapists, healers, and sound practitioners
💫 Spiritual seekers exploring breath, vibration, and self-expression
Why Readers Love Vocal Yoga
✔ Over 100 practical exercises and guided explorations
✔ Beautiful integration of ancient wisdom and modern science
✔ Accessible for beginners and inspiring for professionals
✔ A daily practice for grounding, creativity, healing, and joy
✔ Helps readers feel more connected to themselves and others
Meet Heather Lyle
Heather Lyle, NCVS Vocologist, M.M., F.V., ERYT-200, is a highly sought-after voice teacher, somatic educator, and creator of the patented Vocal Yoga Method®.
Her credentials include:
- Master’s and Bachelor’s Degrees in Voice Performance (Summa Cum Laude)
- Certification in Vocology from the National Center for Voice and Speech
- Associate Teacher Certification in Fitzmaurice Voicework®
- Extensive training in yoga, breathwork, and somatic movement
Heather has taught at USC, UCLA Anderson School of Management, Santa Monica College, LA Mission College and internationally throughout Europe, India, and Hong Kong. She operates a private studio in Los Angeles. Her students include Grammy-winning singers, actors, yoga teachers, therapists, spiritual seekers, and public speakers. She presently has three students on television, Maude Apatow, Iris Apatow and Alyssa Diaz.
Her work bridges science and spirituality, helping people reconnect with the wisdom of the body and the healing power of the human voice.
“Your voice is the sound of your life force. When the breath flows freely, the voice becomes radiant, expressive, and alive.” — Heather Lyle
Testimonials
I now know I do have a singing voice, and can sing… You were such a warm, welcoming, encouraging spirit in my life. Tammy Herchfeld
This book changed the way I breathe, sing, and experience my body. Jennie Gold
The breathing techniques and posture work significantly empowered my voice. Rob Manriquez
It’s the first time my voice held up the entire night. Tim Jordan, Kirtan Leader
Excellent!!! Every Singer needs this. Every Yoga instructor needs this. Jake Blue
Your work bridges science and spirituality. Ira Green
I have been a singer my whole life and a yoga teacher for 18 years. This book is the best resource I’ve found for how to simply and dynamically train the voice and sing with a whole body awareness. Some of the exercises are recognizable from yoga and pranayama but are modified, explained and described in a way that gives a singer greatest access to their full body singing potential. I am thrilled to have this book and have recommended it to many people. A must if you love yoga or singing! Terra Green Gold / Loyola Marymount University Yoga Teacher Certification Program Director
Heather’s techniques are derived from a vast array of influences, ranging from chanting to opera to theatrical speech training. This broad palate of methods allows each learner to come at voice training in a way that works for them and that meets their needs. The usefulness of these techniques is not limited to singers who want to have a more beautiful voice. They are also directly applicable to people who simply want a stronger and more resonant speaking voice. Dr. Gail Greendale, UCLA Faculty
Vocal Yoga is an excellent resource for anyone looking to gain greater control over their voice. This book contains many vocal and bodily exercises to release tension and sing without straining. Drawing from a variety of vocal techniques such as those found in Pranayama, Chi gong, and Classical Speech Training, “Vocal Yoga” is an innovative and comprehensive method for maximum vocal control. As a student of the author and a musician, I have found this method to be effective, intuitive and fun. The book is filled with clear and informative visuals and the exercises apply to singers and speakers alike. As an educator of music, I have used some of these techniques with kids and found them to be very successful. The kids enjoyed the exercises and I did too. I highly recommend this book. Alan Weintraub Columbia University
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