(Vocal Collection). More great theatre songs for singers in a continuation of this highly successful and important series, once again compiled and edited by Richard Walters. As is the case with the first volume, these collections are as valuable to the classical singer as they are to the popular and[...]
A Beginning Singer's Guide is a vocal pedagogy with four practical uses. First, it can be used as a collateral text for studio voice lessons. The teacher can conserve time by assigning relevant reading in the book instead of making lengthy expositions during the lesson. Second, it can be used as a p[...]
A timeless classic. Includes 8,200 songs in 818 lists for nine voice classifications; indexed by composer, title, vocal range, and publisher. The complete work represents the living song repertoire of today drawn from recital programs, recordings, broadcasts, telecasts, and other sources, and is com[...]
Any singer longing to have a career in opera, particularly in Europe, should be familiar with the European system of classifying voices know as Fach. The Opera Singer's Career Guide: Understanding the European Fach System presents valuable information to help readers learn, understand, and use the F[...]
One of the most iconic and endlessly fascinating figures of the 20th century, Winston Churchill has been the subject of any number of books, but none of them have analyzed his lifestyle as a way to really understand the man. This book features a vivid and entertaining timeline of his public history,[...]
T Singer begins with thirty-four-year-old Singer graduating from library school and traveling by train from Oslo to the small town of Notodden, located in the mountainous Telemark region of Norway. There he plans to begin a deliberately anonymous life as a librarian. But Singer unexpectedly falls in[...]
One of the leading ethical thinkers of the modern age, Peter Singer has repeatedly been embroiled in controversy. Protesters in Germany closed down his lectures, mistakenly thinking he was advocating Nazi views on eugenics. Conservative publisher Steve Forbes withdrew generous donations to Princeton[...]
'"Symmetry in Mechanics" is directed to students at the undergraduate level and beyond, and offers a lovely presentation of the subject...The first chapter presents a standard derivation of the equations for two-body planetary motion. Kepler's laws are then obtained and the rule of conservation laws[...]
Licia Fiol-Matta traces the careers of four iconic Puerto Rican singers-Myrta Silva, Ruth Fernandez, Ernestina Reyes, and Lucecita Benitez-to explore how their voices and performance style transform the possibilities for comprehending the figure of the woman singer. Fiol-Matta shows how these musici[...]
The "Draw 50" series has sold more than 3 million copies. It is aimed at children aged 5 and upwards. "Draw 50 Animal 'Toons" teaches aspiring artists how to draw with ease by following simple, step-by-step instructions. Celebrated author Lee J. Ames helps readers bring to life a skateboarding croco[...]
Calvin Miller retells the story of Christ in this heartwarming allegorical poem.
An affordably priced companion to the exhibition catalog Sargent: Portraits of Artists and Friends. An ideal introduction to the work of this popular American artist, John Singer Sargent: Painting Friends features a selection of forty of the artist's portraits of his close circle, including artists,[...]
Even the most contemporary fabric decorations embrace skills handed down through the ages in many cultures. In fact, this variety of techniques and approaches gives textile design a wonderful stylistic richness. Enhance your own pieceswhether embroidery, appliqué, tie-dyeing, or batikwith these[...]
The Illustrated Manual of Sex Therapy reviews the nature and causes of male and female sexual dysfunctions, and describes and portrays the various erotic techniques and exercises employed in sex therapy. This highly practical manual is an indispensable guide to the nature and causes of the six major[...]
How to Overcome Premature Ejaculation discusses male sexual response and the cause of its disorders, and provides advice on leading a more normal sex life. Based on the same therapeutic methods that have proven clinically effective for 90% of men suffering from premature ejaculation (PE), this strai[...]
Berklee Book TradeThe vocal workouts in this much-anticipated follow-up to Peckham's bestselling The Contemporary Singer are based on Berklee College of Music's highly effective vocal method. This volume will help vocalists develop the voice through good vocal health, warm-up exercises, advanced tec[...]
The second edition of this bestselling, comprehensive guide contains improved vocal workouts and additional topics, including performance anxiety and healthy singing. The companion CD makes this guide an ideal tool for creating a singing course for students of almost any age or gender, who can pract[...]
Make professional-sounding recordings of your songs in your home studio. Learn the essential techniques and processes of recording and mixing. Get the best sound quality from the tools studio space you have. Choose the right mics and other gear for your style. Understand what home studio tools exist[...]