The heart of vocal harmony : emotional expression in group singing /
Sharon, Deke.
The heart of vocal harmony : emotional expression in group singing / Deke Sharon. - xviii, 254 pages ; 23 cm. - Music pro guides . - MusicPro guides. .
Includes bibliographical references.
Concepts. Basic principles ; Say something ; Singularity -- Preparations. Setting the stage ; Harmony through harmony ; Director ; Intragroup relationships ; Safety ; Openness ; Bravery ; Support ; Size and scope ; Breaking down barriers ; Facial connectedness -- Emotions. Definition ; Joy ; Anger ; Fear ; Sadness ; Emotional complexity -- Choices. Appropriateness ; Song ; Solo ; Presentation ; Arrangement -- Meanings. Depth ; Lyrical analysis ; Context ; Group discussion -- Perspectives. Living the song ; Identification ; Visualization ; Character ; Substitution ; Plot ; Moment ; Triggers -- Techniques. Emotional-technical connection ; Thresholds ; Actor's techniques ; First time ; Purpose ; Singing by memory ; Foreign languages ; Vocal tone ; Syllables ; Repetition ; Autopilot ; The spaces between -- Considerations. Importance of the individual ; Rehearsal consistency ; Empowering language ; The right words ; Eroding inhibitions ; Emotional intelligence ; Inner critic ; Physicality ; Priorities ; Calibration ; Overboard ; Overwhelm ; Recharge -- Motivations. Musical motivation ; Performing as director ; Leading from the front ; Lead vocal ; Powerful moments -- Insights. Composers ; Arrangers ; Directors ; Vocal coaches ; Groups ; Singers.
Most choirs spend their rehearsal time focusing on notes, rhythms, and precision. They rarely, if ever, discuss a song's meaning and feeling, even though those elements are precisely what draws people to vocal music in the first place. Thousands of books have been written about choral technique, teaching people how to sing technically well. What sets The Heart of Vocal Harmony apart is its focus on honest unified expression and the process of delivering an emotionally compelling performance. It delves into this underdeveloped vocal topic: the heart of vocal music and the process involved in consistent emotional expression while singing as a group. The Heart of Vocal Harmony is not just for a cappella groups-it is for all vocal harmony groups, ensembles, and choirs of all levels, with or without instruments. In addition to the process, the book features discussions with some of the biggest luminaries in vocal harmony: composers, arrangers, directors, singers, and groups-including Eric Whitacre, Pentatonix, the Manhattan Transfer, and more!
9781495057830 1495057836
888680603816
HL00156135 Hal Leonard
Hal Leonard Corp, Attn: Joel Aldinger Po Box 13819 7777 W Bluemound rd, Milwaukee, WI, USA, 53213, (414)7743630, 6293 SAN 239-250X
2016011656
Choral singing--Instruction and study.
Emotions in music.
MT 875 / .S515 2016
The heart of vocal harmony : emotional expression in group singing / Deke Sharon. - xviii, 254 pages ; 23 cm. - Music pro guides . - MusicPro guides. .
Includes bibliographical references.
Concepts. Basic principles ; Say something ; Singularity -- Preparations. Setting the stage ; Harmony through harmony ; Director ; Intragroup relationships ; Safety ; Openness ; Bravery ; Support ; Size and scope ; Breaking down barriers ; Facial connectedness -- Emotions. Definition ; Joy ; Anger ; Fear ; Sadness ; Emotional complexity -- Choices. Appropriateness ; Song ; Solo ; Presentation ; Arrangement -- Meanings. Depth ; Lyrical analysis ; Context ; Group discussion -- Perspectives. Living the song ; Identification ; Visualization ; Character ; Substitution ; Plot ; Moment ; Triggers -- Techniques. Emotional-technical connection ; Thresholds ; Actor's techniques ; First time ; Purpose ; Singing by memory ; Foreign languages ; Vocal tone ; Syllables ; Repetition ; Autopilot ; The spaces between -- Considerations. Importance of the individual ; Rehearsal consistency ; Empowering language ; The right words ; Eroding inhibitions ; Emotional intelligence ; Inner critic ; Physicality ; Priorities ; Calibration ; Overboard ; Overwhelm ; Recharge -- Motivations. Musical motivation ; Performing as director ; Leading from the front ; Lead vocal ; Powerful moments -- Insights. Composers ; Arrangers ; Directors ; Vocal coaches ; Groups ; Singers.
Most choirs spend their rehearsal time focusing on notes, rhythms, and precision. They rarely, if ever, discuss a song's meaning and feeling, even though those elements are precisely what draws people to vocal music in the first place. Thousands of books have been written about choral technique, teaching people how to sing technically well. What sets The Heart of Vocal Harmony apart is its focus on honest unified expression and the process of delivering an emotionally compelling performance. It delves into this underdeveloped vocal topic: the heart of vocal music and the process involved in consistent emotional expression while singing as a group. The Heart of Vocal Harmony is not just for a cappella groups-it is for all vocal harmony groups, ensembles, and choirs of all levels, with or without instruments. In addition to the process, the book features discussions with some of the biggest luminaries in vocal harmony: composers, arrangers, directors, singers, and groups-including Eric Whitacre, Pentatonix, the Manhattan Transfer, and more!
9781495057830 1495057836
888680603816
HL00156135 Hal Leonard
Hal Leonard Corp, Attn: Joel Aldinger Po Box 13819 7777 W Bluemound rd, Milwaukee, WI, USA, 53213, (414)7743630, 6293 SAN 239-250X
2016011656
Choral singing--Instruction and study.
Emotions in music.
MT 875 / .S515 2016