Acoustics is the interdisciplinary science that deals with the study of sound, ultrasound and infrasound (all mechanical waves in gases, liquids, and solids). There are formulas that exist for sound intensity, sound pressure, particle velocity and acoustic impedence.
Measurement of sound to determine diaphragm enhanced breathing (DEB) vs. non-diaphragm enhanced breathing (non-DEB) when evaluated with wound care has yielded incredible results. It has been shown that there is a direct correlation with the individual's health specifically healing rates (already a measure of time) vs. time indicates that the healing acceleration is increased.
This was accomplished using our company's intellectual property: GY-DCAL (Dr. Gordon & Yourself Solutions Together: Directed Combinatorial Algorithmic Library). This has generated a wide array of data that is difficult to comprehend for many (example -as can be seen in the comments). =D
Using GY-DCAL in DEB research has provided an enormous level of +ve data and the necessity of voice training beyond stage performance or public speaking but instead for the everyday person! We've found that the phrase: "Having the wind knocked out of you!" is physiologically correct. When the wind (or air) is not able to flow deep into the lungs, the amount of proper exchange time is decreased considerably. The lungs both intake air to support life but also detoxify the living system by allowing air (CO2) to be removed. By increasing your DEB rating, you will experience dramatic changes in weight, complexion, and your voice will 'sound' dramatically different. To be able to show this impact has been very fascinating for myself and our team since the mathematics part is often the part no one wants to work on. I have literally 'heard' the difference in people who have increased their DEB rating and they even sound better over the telephone.
Note: Yoga and Pilates both teach breathing exercises using the diaphragm. Like many systems that teach utilizing the diaphragm, they don't allow the customer to instantly see the measurement of the +ve benefits as a mathematical number. With GY-DCAL, the data is real time and each session can be evaluated on how much improvement took place between sessions. Regular yoga and pilates training does not mean your DEB number will be increased. In fact, you can tell by asking someone to sing. The GY-DCAL data shows unless your breathing is matched with your ability to project sound, it doesn't qualify as a higher DEB unit.
For readers who are interested in measuring sound, microphone distortion is also a huge problem. We insist on Neumann Berlin microphones (corporate website) with polar pattern of super/hypercardiod condenser microphone operating on phantom power.
High quality microphones serve to "capture" the voice. The mixer, interface and output (i.e. Bang & Olufsen) should not be neglected but where much data is missed/lost due to distortion is at the input. A poor selection of the microphones (i.e. karaoke microphones) to pick up sound can ruin your music or in our case the GY-DCAL DEB data.
The private interview doesn't go into DEB research (that would be too boring unless you had difficulties trying to sleep) but it does allow you to get a first hand glimpse into the life of a professional and multi-talented singer: Shairah. According to GY-DCAL: Her intense number of followers and her sexy voice has a high correlation with her high DEB rating. She's fun and interviews well!! Her own previous traumatic experience (listen on clip#3/4) is another example of how a higher DEB rating can help you rebound and heal quickly. No one can know when an accident can happen to them but having a higher DEB rating is like having insurance for a rainy day. If it storms, you definitely want to have banked on positively increasing your DEB number. BTW: Interestingly, the wrong exercises and poor singing methods can also lower your DEB number.
Here are some references if you'd like to know how extensive a role Shairah has in the field as a Songwriter, Composer and Producer. Shairah created music for not only herself but Feature Films, TV, Video Games and many more:
1. My Space Community
2. Facebook Community
3. AnD Community
Interview clips (online/offline with Shaira):
Shairah Interview Part 1 - Dr. Gordon Chiu
Shairah Interview Part 2 - Dr. Gordon Chiu
Shairah Interview Part 3 - Dr. Gordon Chiu
Shairah Interview Part 4 - Dr. Gordon Chiu
Shairah Interview Part 5 - Dr. Gordon Chiu
