Singer S Handbook Music Instruction

"This book is an instruction/reference manual for young singers, advanced performers, and singing teachers. Several facets of this book are unique and set it aside from other vocal pedagogy books. It is presented in two coordinated parts. Part One contains specific instruction in how to sing. Part Two offers details in how to teach singing: a wealth of information that is applicable throughout a singing life. Part One offers detailed, illustrated descriptions of the vocal mechanism and its function, as well as related exercises and vocalises. It also incorporates diction rules, information related to aspects of the young voice, the aging voice, audition strategies, and more. Part Two includes specific, practical advice on how to train singers to perform effectively, set up a teaching studio, and create lesson plans. Finally, this book provides an internet bibliography that lists pertinent websites. The continued lifelong relevance of the book is a major aspect. It is a book to be referred to over and again"--

(Berklee Methods). The Berklee in the Pocket Singer's Handbook is a must-have guide that sets a perfect 45- to 60-minute practice routine for you. Use it as your practice manual for a total vocal workout, from warm up to cool down. Covers: breathing exercises, tips for productive practice, mental practicing, breathing for relaxation, cool down techniques and more. Learn new tunes, clarify diction, and improve all aspects of your singing!

"This book is an instruction/reference manual for young singers, advanced performers, and singing teachers. Several facets of this book are unique and set it aside from other vocal pedagogy books. It is presented in two coordinated parts. Part One contains specific instruction in how to sing. Part Two offers details in how to teach singing: a wealth of information that is applicable throughout a singing life. Part One offers detailed, illustrated descriptions of the vocal mechanism and its function, as well as related exercises and vocalises. It also incorporates diction rules, information related to aspects of the young voice, the aging voice, audition strategies, and more. Part Two includes specific, practical advice on how to train singers to perform effectively, set up a teaching studio, and create lesson plans. Finally, this book provides an internet bibliography that lists pertinent websites. The continued lifelong relevance of the book is a major aspect. It is a book to be referred to over and again"--

(Book). This book realistically prepares a singer for life in the world of professional music. Author Gloria Rusch gives candid advice on topics including: getting started, finding a vocal coach, defining one's voice, learning correct breathing, conquering stage fright, microphone techniques, connecting with an audience, common vocal ailments, recording studio pointers, finding a band, landing a record deal, and much more. The book includes extensive interviews with Kevon Edmonds of the group After 7, stage and television producer Ken Kragen, Janis Siegel of Manhattan Transfer, multi-platinum songwriter Andy Goldmark, and other knowledgeable session singers, sound engineers, and arrangers. 212 pages, 9" x 12"

This book provides practical advice on professional jazz singing. Topics covered include getting inside the lyrics, personalising the song, creating an emotional mood, word stress, melodic variation, breathing, rhythm, choosing a key, writing a lead sheet, creating an arrangement, organising a gig book, rehearsing, and playing styles.

The singer-songwriter, someone who writes and performs their own music, is an ever-present and increasingly complex figure in popular music worlds. The Singer-Songwriter Handbook provides a useful resource for student songwriters, active musicians, fans and scholars alike. This handbook is divided into four main sections: Songwriting (acoustic and digital), Performance, Music Industry and Case Studies. Section I focuses on the 'how to' elements of popular song composition, embracing a range of perspectives and methods, in addition to chapters on the teaching of songwriting to students. Section II deals with the nature of performance: stagecraft, open mic nights, and a number of case studies that engage with performing in a range of contexts. Section III is devoted to aspects of the music industry and the business of music including sales, contract negotiations, copyright, social media and marketing. Section IV provides specific examples of singer-songwriter personae and global open mic scenes. The Singer-Songwriter Handbook is a much-needed single resource for budding singer-songwriters as well as songwriting pedagogues.

The full eBook version of The Essential Handbook for Musicians Who Teach in fixed-layout format. The Essential Handbook for Musicians Who Teach is an accessible guide to instrumental and singing teaching with a wealth of practical advice and information. It covers a comprehensive range of topics from employment status, safeguarding and health and well-being to planning, teaching strategies and continuing professional development. Written by experts in the field, this is a blueprint for teaching music that is essential reading for all musicians who teach. Teaching is a very important part of the portfolio careers of professional musicians, and while they have a high level of knowledge about the practicalities of playing their instruments and working with other musicians, they need backup in many other matters. This book fills an important gap in the literature in this area and is a vital guide and companion for all instrumental and vocal teachers.

A FULLY COLOUR ILLUSTRATED MANUAL EXPLAINING IN DETAIL HOW THE VOICE WORKS, HELPING ALL TYPES OF SINGERS, AND THEIR TEACHERS IMPROVE AND MAXIMISE THEIR VOICE QUALITIES. LARGE NUMBER OF VOCAL EXERCISES WITH FULL NOTATION WHEN REQUIRED. 15 PAGE APPENDIX WITH ADVICE ON REPERTOIRE FROM SHOWS, SONG TYPE, GENRE, COMPOSERS AND ARTISTS.