The Singer's Companion Contributor(s): Stohrer, Sharon L. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415976979 ISBN-13: 9780415976978 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $171.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: February 2006 Annotation: "The Singer's Companion" is a basic text aimed at college-level students of singing covering all the basic issues faced by vocalists in all styles of music. The book begins with the nuts-and-bolts issues of finding a good teacher and basic steps in learning a song. Then, the author addresses the issue of how to practice, work with a score, audition and perform. Vital issues of vocal health are addressed, as well as career issues facing all singers. The book concludes with some issues in the philosophy of singing, including the psychology of singing. Throughout, the author offers practical advice, step-by-step instruction, and graded exercises that will guide even the novice singer to better understand her or his instrument. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Music | Instruction & Study - Voice - Music | Reference |
Dewey: 783 |
LCCN: 2005036480 |
Physical Information: 0.59" H x 6.14" W x 9.32" (0.77 lbs) 134 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: "The Singer's Companion" provides both beginning and advanced students of singing with a basic, reliable, and readable introduction to the many issues focusing on training and maintaining a healthy voice. It covers all the fundamental issues faced by vocalists in all styles of music, including how to find a good teacher, work with a score, audition, and perform. Stohrer has written an essential text for students of singing, offering up-to-date, accurate, and accessible information that will be invaluable to singers and their teachers. |