Singing for dummies

Phillips, Pamelia S. (Pamelia Sue) (Author).

Summary:

This practical guide gives singers step-by-step instructions and lots of helpful tips, hints, vocal exercises, and reminders. The updated CD features new tracks and musical exercises, as well as demonstrations of popular technique, scales and pitch drills, and practice songs.

Record details

ISBN: 9780470640203
ISBN: 0470640200
Physical Description: xviii, 340 pages : illustrations, music ; 24 cm + 1 audio disc (71 min. : digital ; 4 3/4 in.).
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Hoboken, N.J. : Wiley Publishing, ©2011.

Content descriptions

General Note:

Includes index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Exploring singing basics. Preparing to sing ; Determining your voice type ; Aligning your body for great singing ; Breathing for singing ; Toning up the voice -- Improving your singing. Acquiring beautiful tone ; Exploring resonance ; Shaping your vowels for clarity ; Exercising consonants for articulation ; Crafting a practice routine -- Advanced techniques to improve your voice. Developing the parts of your singing voice ; Expanding your vocal flexibility and range ; It's a cinch : belting out your song ; Training for singing ; Finding the right voice teacher -- Preparing to perform. Selecting your music material ; Mastering a new song ; Acting the song ; Confronting your fear of performing ; Auditioning a song -- Part of ten. Ten performers with good technique ; Ten frequently asked questions about singing ; Ten tips for maintaining vocal health ; Ten tips for performing like a pro.