A Dictionary for the Modern Singer

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Titles in the Dictionaries for the Modern Musician series offer both the novice and the advanced artist key information designed to convey the field of study and performance for a major instrument or instrument class, as well as the workings of musicians in areas from conducting to composing. Unlike other encyclopedic works, contributions to this series focus primarily on the knowledge required by the contemporary musical student or performer. Each dictionary covers topics from instrument parts to playing technique, major works to key figures—a must-have for any musician's personal library. A Dictionary for the Modern Singer is an indispensable guide for students of singing, vocal pedagogues, and lovers of the art of singing. In addition to classical singing, genres, and styles, musical theatre and popular and global styles are addressed. With an emphasis on contemporary practice, this work includes terms and figures that influenced modern singing styles. Topics include... Foreword by Donald SimonsonThe DictionaryEssaysClassical and Contemporary Commercial Music: A Comparison by Jeannette LoVetriCriteria for Selecting Repertoire by John NixPracticing 101: Ten Tips for Making the Most of Your Time Between Lessons by Dean SouthernCoping with Musical Performance Anxiety by Heather HunnicuttWhat Every Singer Needs to Know About Audio Technology by Matthew EdwardsAppendicesAppendix 1. IPA Vowel Chart, Consonant Chart and Symbol ChartAppendix 2. Anatomy DiagramsAppendix 3. Fach ChartAppendix 4. Bel Canto: A DefinitionAppendix 5. Timeline: The History of SingingAppendix 6. The Pulitzer Prize and Grawemeyer Award: Vocal WorksAppendix 7. The Tony Award for Best MusicalAppendix 8. 100 Operas to KnowAppendix 9. Major Song Cycles, Collections, and SetsAppendix 10. Listening to SingersAppendix 11. Top Ten Steps to WellnessAppendix 12. Medications and Their Effects on the Voice