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Vocal Performance

A guide to key resources for both performers and researchers interested in the history and practice of singing

Vocational guides

The 21st-century singer: Making the leap from the university into the world by Susan Mohini Kane
Call Number: ML3795.K18 2015
The private voice studio handbook, Rev. ed. by Joan Frey Boytim
Call Number: MT820.B79 2014
Covers such topics as mission and policy statements; studio equipment and organization; auditioning and accepting new students; practice agenda for students; the importance of teaching music reading; repertoire for beginners; planning recitals; vocal techniques; teaching styles; advising young singers; teaching adult students; teaching voice to children; taxes, insurance and retirement; networking; ethics in the voice studio
The opera singer's career guide: Understanding the European Fach system by Pearl Yeadon McGinnis
Call Number: Online
The art of auditioning: A handbook for singers, accompanists, and coaches. Rev. ed. by Anthony Legge
Call Number: MT892.L43 2001

Online resources

Opera America's Career Guide for Singers
Lists member companies, schools, and conservatories; young artist programs; competitions and grants; and artist managers and producers

Directories

Musical America
Call Number: ML12.M88
An annual publication listing American, Canadian, and international artist managers, performing arts companies, festivals, educational programs, and other music-related businesses
British and international music yearbook
Call Number: ML21.M89484 MUSIC Reference
Lists contact information for agents and performers, competitions and festivals, performing arts organizations, educational programs, and other music services with a focus on Britain and Europe

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Subjects: Music

Tags: diction, IPA, opera, oratorio, performance, song, voice