Singing For Dummies - Softcover

Phillips, Pamelia S.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0470640200 ISBN 13: 9780470640203

Publisher: For Dummies, 2010

Synopsis

Take your voice to the next level and grow as a performer

Whether you're a beginning vocalist or a seasoned songster, Singing for Dummies makes it easy for you to achieve your songbird dreams. This practical guide gives you step-by-step instructions and lots of helpful tips, hints, vocal exercises, reminders, and warnings for both men and women, including advice on the mechanics of singing, discovering your singing voice, developing technique, singing in performance, maintaining vocal health, and performing like a pro. This Second Edition is an even greater resource with additional vocal exercises, new songs, and information on the latest technology and recording devices.

• Covers comprehensive singing techniques, finding one's pitch, the importance of posture and breath control, and taking care of one's voice
• Discover how to sing alone or with accompaniment
• The updated CD features new tracks and musical exercises, as well as demonstrations of popular technique, scales and pitch drills, and practice songs for singers of all levels

Singing for Dummies, Second Edition contains all the information, practices, techniques, and expert advice you need to hone your vocal skills with ease!

Note: DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file. These materials are available for download upon purchase.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Learn to:

• Take your singing skills to the next level
• Grasp the importance of posture and breath control
• Prepare for auditions and performances

Take your voice to the next level and grow as a performer

Whether you're a beginning vocalist or a seasoned singer, this practical guide gives you step-by-step instructions and lots of helpful tips, hints, exercises, and advice on the mechanics of singing, discovering your range, developing technique, singing in performance, and maintaining vocal health.

• Be rock solid — get up-to-speed with the basics of singing and master posture, breathing, and tone
• Get moving and grooving — improve your singing by getting the hang of tone, resonance, vowels, and consonants
• Belt your heart out — move on to more advanced techniques like working with your speaking voice and belting
• Find your musical style — get great suggestions for singing in different genres, including classical, country, jazz, musical theater, opera, pop, or R&B

Open the book and find:

• Techniques for increasing your range
• Tips for overcoming stage fright
• Articulation exercises
• Ideas on developing a practice routine
• Performing tips to improve your confidence
• Strategies to use for acting while singing
• How to choose songs to enhance your technical skills
• Advice on finding a voice teacher and making the most of lessons
• How to determine your voice type

About the Author:

Pamelia S. Phillips, DMA, is the Professional Program Director and Chair of Voice and Music at Collaborative Arts Project 21 (CAP21) in New York. A seasoned performer, her appearances range from contemporary American Opera premieres to guest performances with major symphonies. Pam has taught extensively at such institutions as Arizona State University and Wagner College. She holds degrees in music education and vocal performance.

About this edition

• Publisher: For Dummies
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0470640200
• ISBN 13: 9780470640203
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 368