Practical Vocal Acoustics

ebook Pedagogic Applications for Teachers and Singers · National Association of Teachers of Singing Books

By Kenneth Bozeman

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Scientific knowledge of vocal acoustics has grown exponentially in the last eighty years. With sophisticated yet inexpensive sound analysis technology, more voice teachers are curious about the value of vocal acoustics for the studio and see the need to understand it for more efficient, science-informed pedagogy.

Kenneth Bozeman distills the most important vocal acoustic principles and insights for contemporary teachers and singers. With concise and easy-to-understand language, the book takes these complex concepts and imparts practical tips and strategies that anyone can use in their teaching and singing. Unlike many other singing texts, this book focuses on the voice as an acoustic phenomenon. Bozeman addresses a myriad of topics including:

Bozeman addresses a myriad of topics including:

  • Theories of vocal resonance
  • The pedagogic implications of tube acoustics
  • Formants and their interaction with harmonics
  • Vocal registration
  • Passaggio training
  • The acoustics of belting
  • Acoustic technology useful for the studio
  • Also included are vocal exercises implementing these concepts.

    Practical Vocal Acoustics