Vocal Technique : a Physiologic Approach / Jan E. Bickel.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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Intro; Preface: How to Use This Book Effectively; Acknowledgments; Singer Information Sheet; 1 Some Answers to Questions Before We Begin Developing a Vocal Technique; 2 Anatomy of the Singer's Instrument: Design and Function; 3 Establishing Correct Posture for Singing; 4 Breath Management for Singers; 5 The Physiology of Vocal Tone Production; 6 An Introduction to Articulation and Lyric Diction for Singers; 7 Developing Beautiful Tone Quality, Resonance, and Freedom; 8 Keeping Your Voice Healthy; 9 Beyond Vocal Technique: Becoming an Artistic Performer.

10 Science and Technology in the Voice StudioAppendix I. Musical Terminology for the Voice Student; Appendix II. Music Reading Skills for Beginning Singers/Musicians; Appendix III. Vocal Performance Evaluation; Appendix IV. Practice Record Sheet for Voice Students; Appendix V. Sources for Art Song and Aria Repertoire for the Singer; Bibliography of Selected Reference Materials; Index.

This text provides the essential information on anatomy, posture, breath management, physiology of tone production, achieving resonance, the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), classification of voices, health care for singers, a logical method for learning repertoire, stage deportment, and technology. It is the ideal text for voice classes and lessons at the university level as well as for voice lessons in the independent studio.

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