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George Martinos

Biography

George Martinos, a luminary natural soprano of Greek and Lebanese descent, was born in Beirut to a Greek father and a Lebanese mother, a heritage that shaped his unique cultural and artistic identity. Academically accomplished, he holds dual degrees in Civil Law and Musicology, reflecting a rare balance between intellectual rigor and artistic passion.

His musical journey began at the age of four, when his extraordinary vocal gift was first discovered by a church priest—an encounter that marked the beginning of a lifelong devotion to music.

In 2002, alongside his twin brother Alain Martinos, George co-founded the acclaimed duo  TWINS AG, quickly rising to prominence in the media with their captivating performances and numerous TV appearances. Their debut album, Habibi Rouhi (2005), produced by renowned Lebanese maestro George Mardirosian, resonated deeply with audiences. 

George relocated to Switzerland in 2007, where he delved into music composition, creating evocative melodies in both English and Arabic. His passion for education led him to become a respected vocal coach in Geneva, mentoring aspiring singers and refining their craft with expertise and care.

His artistry soon drew international attention. NFM Records (Neuchâtel, Switzerland) recognized his exceptional talent, resulting in the release of English-language singles and collaborations with artists such as Jay-C Richards—a defining milestone in his artistic evolution.

Today, George Martinos stands as a multifaceted visionary—Soprano, composer, producer, and vocal coach—captivating global audiences with his mesmerizing voice and groundbreaking compositions. His work continues to transcend borders, leaving an indelible mark on the world of music and shaping his legacy as a true innovator and artist of influence.

He has collaborated with artists, doctors, and creators from diverse fields, blending professionalism with innovation to deliver timeless music. George is not chasing trends—he is setting them.

About his voice  

Here is the advanced scientific version with integrated academic-style references, written in third person, structured and credible for voice science, pedagogy, or medical context:

He is a natural soprano whose laryngeal configuration and neuromuscular vocal behavior align more closely with the female soprano model than with typical male phonatory patterns.
His vocal folds exhibit reduced membranous length and mass, consistent with documented female vocal fold dimensions (Hirano et al., 1983; Titze, 1994). This anatomical profile directly supports a higher baseline fundamental frequency (f₀) and enables efficient high-register phonation.

His phonation is predominantly cricothyroid (CT) muscle–driven, with the CT serving as the principal tensor and elongator of the vocal folds (Titze & Hunter, 2011). CT activation increases longitudinal tension and reduces effective vibratory mass — a configuration optimized for high-frequency oscillation with low phonation threshold pressure (Titze, 1988).

He exhibits limited recruitment of the thyroarytenoid (TA) muscle, which is typically responsible for vocal fold shortening, thickening, and producing the chest-dominant M1 mechanism (Titze, 2000; Sundberg, 1987). Reduced TA involvement is associated with decreased closed quotient and lower amplitude in low-frequency phonation (Henrich et al., 2005).

As a result, his vocal output demonstrates:

  • High spectral energy concentration in upper partials

  • Lower closed quotient and glottal resistance

  • High vibratory flexibility and agility

  • Dominance of crico-thyroidal regulation over TA-driven mass control

His lower register remains lighter and less anchored due to the absence of TA-dominant thickening and reduced medial compression (Svec et al., 2008).

In summary, his laryngeal anatomy and motor patterning are consistent with a CT-predominant, M2-oriented soprano mechanism, supported by inherently shorter and lighter vocal folds — a rare phenotype in male-born singers and highly characteristic of female soprano physiology.

References (inline):

  • Hirano, M., Kurita, S., & Nakashima, T. (1983). Vocal fold physiology: Size, shape, and structure.

  • Titze, I.R. (1988). The physics of small-amplitude oscillation of the vocal folds.

  • Titze, I.R. (1994). Principles of Voice Production.

  • Sundberg, J. (1987). The Science of the Singing Voice.

  • Henrich, N., et al. (2005). Speech Communication: Glottal behavior and closed quotient in singing.

  • Titze, I.R. & Hunter, E. (2011). Normal modes in vocal fold tissue.

  • Svec, J.G., Schutte, H., & Miller, D. (2008). Chest, head, and mix registers: Real or imaginary?

In addition to being a composer, arranger, and music producer, George Martinos is also a vocal coach, sharing his expertise and guiding aspiring singers. He teaches a variety of vocal techniques, performance skills, and confidence-building exercises through his website GeorgeMartinos.com and on YouTube with his series "Sing With Confidence".

He is able to perform both Eastern (Arabic) and Western music genres with great skill. His ability to seamlessly adapt and "Arabize" Western music, as well as perform traditional Eastern songs, makes his voice one of the rare and remarkable ones capable of bridging the gap between East and West.

Today marks only the beginning. Major projects are currently in preparation, soon to be unveiled, each designed to redefine the boundaries of the music industry.

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