Book description
Elizabeth's book is clear validation of our profession's health and vitality. It fills a void that needed to be filled, and I am proud to have this opportunity to say, "brava" ' From the Foreword by Elizabeth Louise Blades'A welcome and wonderful resource for all singers and teachers of singing'. Jeanie LoVetriIf, like many singing teachers, you are seeking to improve your knowledge of CCM pedagogy in order to meet market demand and to expand your practice, this is a book you should read Elizabeth Ann Benson has interviewed 26 expert CCM pedagogues working with leading CCM and musical theatre singers around the world, incorporating established teaching methodologies (including, among others, Speech Level Singing(TM) (SLS); Somatic Voicework(TM) The LoVetri Method; and Lisa Popeil's Voiceworks(R)) as well as eclectic and independent pedagogical approaches.Their expertise is shared here, with responses organized into four sections, with commentary by the author, covering: - teaching methods or approaches, teaching philosophies and the interviewee's own training and performing;- approaches to teaching elements of vocal technique, including posture and alignment, breathing, support, tension, - registration, (in)consistency, belting, vowels, and expression;- special demands from the industry, including training beyond the voice studio, the roles of voice science and audio technology, improvisation, and working with young singers;- discussions on admirable professional singers, and teachers' perceptions of 'success' and 'excellence' in commercial singingThis is not so much a 'how to' but more of a 'how I'; it gives you, in a single volume, the collective wisdom of some the world's very best pedagogues - in studio and in academe - and helps you apply best practices in your teaching. It is equally valuable for those beginning to explore CCM in their teaching and for those looking to deepen their current knowledge of CCM pedagogy. The commentary examines the responses within each topic to reveal pedagogical trends, both common and contrasting. Analysis of these data provides the first broad perspective on the field as a whole. At an elite level, diverse pedagogical approaches yield successful results in the voice studio and provide a veritable menu of options for the contemporary commercial singing teacher.The singing teachers contributing here are: Irene Bartlett, Mark Baxter, Tracy Marie Bourne, Dane Chalfin, Kim Chandler, Matthew Edwards, Robert Edwin, Cate Frazier-Neely, Marcelle G. Gauvin, Marcelle G. Elisabeth Howard, Gillyanne Kayes, Wendy DeLeo LeBorgne, Jeanette LoVetri, Edrie Means Weekly, Kathryn Paradise, Lisa Popeil, Jeff Ramsey, Seth Riggs, Trineice Robinson-Martin, Marci Rosenberg, Cathrine Sadolin, Mary Saunders Barton, Jan Shapiro, Kimberly Steinhauer, Margareta Svensson Riggs, Kevin Wilson
Twiddle Twix
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Silent
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Pigeon Woman
Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. I've recommended ListenBook to all my fellow bookworms. It's a true companion for audiobook lovers. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my audiobook library look neat and professional.
Twinkle Cocoa
ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent user experience sets a new standard in audiobook apps. Kudos to ListenBook for the intuitive design and easy-to-use controls. It's evident that they've put a lot of thought into user experience. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a thoughtful and enjoyable way to share my favorite stories with friends and introduce them to new worlds of literature. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
SWAT Honey
The ListenBook app has become an indispensable part of my daily routine, helping me learn and relax simultaneously. ListenBook's clean interface and organized layout make it a pleasure to browse through my audiobooks. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Scare Stone
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Sun Washer
With ListenBook, my iPhone and iPad have become a gateway to a world of captivating stories. Audiobook joy made simple β this app's ease of use is commendable. Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off. The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Poppy Coffee
ListenBook's dedication to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every aspect of the app. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for enjoying clear audio in any environment. With this app, audiobook listening has become a convenient and enjoyable part of my everyday life. πΆπ Enriching my environment with the power of storytelling β audiobooks infuse my home with literary magic. π§π Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
Blistered Outlaw
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WittyWordsmith
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New York Winder
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White Dragon
I've found hidden gems in genres I never thought I'd be interested in. I can't imagine my audiobook routine without ListenBook's intuitive and user-friendly design. ListenBook's compatibility with different formats ensures I never have to worry about file conversions.
Whistler
π§ββοΈβ Sipping tea and getting lost in stories β the ultimate way to unwind! π΅π Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
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ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make every listening session a pleasure. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. Finally, an app that turns my daily commute into an adventure through literature. My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch. Listening stats feature keeps me on track with my audiobook goals. Love it!
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ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super convenient! The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience