- Hardcover: 384 pages
- Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing Co Inc (20 Nov 1986)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 002872660X
- ISBN-13: 978-0028726601
- Product Dimensions: 23.9 x 16 x 3.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,116,184 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Combining the physical, technical, and artistic aspects of singing, the author applies current findings in medicine, acoustics, phonetics, and speech therapy to the singer's needs. The text demonstrates the scientific basis of exercises and vocalises, covering all major areas of vocal technique.
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Miller brings together the physical, technical, and artistic aspects of singing. He applies current findings in medicine, acoustics, phonetics, and speech therapy to the singer’s needs and demonstrates the scientific basis of exercises and vocalises, covering all major areas of vocal technique.
Miller brings together the physical, technical, and artistic aspects of singing. He applies current findings in medicine, acoustics, phonetics, and speech therapy to the singer’s needs and demonstrates the scientific basis of exercises and vocalises, covering all major areas of vocal technique.
Richard Miller is internationally known as tenor, teacher, editor, and writer. Professor of Singing at Oberlin College, he has authored English, French, German, and Italian Techniques of Singing.
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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
As a former student of Mr. Miller, I can hardly claim not to have some sort of bias. However, I have yet to encounter a book on vocal technique that is more insightful or more complete. Mr. Miller is one of a number of pioneers who promote the idea that good vocal technique is based on physiology and basic scientific principles (imagine that!). He is a no-nonsense get-down-to-the facts kind of guy when he writes about vocal technique - a welcome contrast to some other works on the subject.
TSOS covers all the major topics in vocal technique in considerable detail - be prepared to look at diagrams and learn terminology. But most of all, be prepared to _understand_. If you find the amount of detail daunting, not to worry - TSOS is well divided into sections, so you can get away with jumping around without too much trouble.
Always entertaining to read and with an unmistakeable style, Miller does not shy away from criticizing certain popular ideas. But more than just criticize, he explains _why_ certain notions are wrong, and what you can do to avoid common pitfalls.
An absolute must-read for the modern singer. Enjoy!
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Richard Miller's book is considered a classic text for singers and teachers. The detail information on the physiology of the voice and the explanation of what happens when one is singing are second to none. The exercises are very useful and the chapter on Healthy Singing gives great advice on what to do when the voice is ill and how to care for the voice generally.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book presents the fundamentals of correct singing in an easy, learned style. Richard Miller is "no-nonsense" and includes serious research to back up all of his assertions as well as examples for the accomplished vocalist. In times where a singer is between good teachers, this book makes a useful and helpful companion. A must have for any serious singer.
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Essential Reading for Teachers of Singing
This book is a fabulous and detailed exposition of vocal technique. The clarity is unmatched and all opinions are backed up with anatomical and scientific expertise and by Richard... Read more
Published 23 months ago by A. Ashworth
The best of Miller's books
I have several of Miller's books on vocal technique and this remains the best. If you have to choose only one (for they are not cheap), this is the one to have. Read more
Published on 17 Jan 2008 by C. Orde
Excellent guide to the understanding of the voice
Richard Miller's "Stucture of Singing" was a step-by-step guide through the human voice. from how it works to vocal disorders. Recomened for teachers or vocal students.
Published on 13 Jan 1999
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