The Alexander Technique

Alexander Technique Videos

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Promotional Video about AT


Walter Carrington Demonstrates Chair-Work

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Notes:

  • Walter trained with FM Alexander from the outset. He was the head of what is termed the "Carrington School" of teaching.
  • He smashed both of his hips in a plane crash in the War and consequently had artificial hip joints. He was approximately 85 when this was filmed.
  • As always, the movement is preceded by freeing the neck so that the head can go forward and up and the back can lengthen and widen.
  • Using his hands to make minor corrections here and there, Walter waits until the pupil is ready before stimulating him into activity.
  • He riminds the pupil not to "do" anything.

Elisabeth Walker Teaches The Lunge

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Notes:

  • Watch how Elisabeth moves! I think she was in her eighties when this film was recorded.
  • As always, the movement is preceded by freeing the neck so that the back can lengthen and widen.
  • Notice how freely the pupil moves once he has freed-up


BMJ article about the ATEAM Medical Study

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Notes:

  • This paper was produced by the British Medical Journal in 2008.
  • The clinical study of the effectiveness of AT in relieving lower back pain was undertaken by Professor Paul Little.

The Whispered 'Ah' Vocal Exercise

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Notes:

  • Ron Murdock explains in easy steps how to perform this simple exercise
  • He points out that it is a VOCAL exercise and not primarily a BREATHING exercise
  • The key to it is don't try too hard!

 

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