The Choral Singer's Survival Guide

The Choral Singer's Survival Guide offers practical instruction and tips to hone your skills and improve your vocal musicianship. Whether you are an experienced choral singer or looking to become involved in a choral organization for the first time, this is the book for you! The Choral Singer's Survival Guide will show you: how to find choral groups in your area; how to prepare for and perform an amazing audition; vocal and sight-reading tips that will make them remember you; everything you ever wanted to know about rehearsals; a score marking system for singers that really works; how to practice to maximize results; diction guides to the five major sung languages; how to truly shine in performance; why parents should involve their children in music at an early age; and the role of the professional choral singer. In addition, the companion CD contains: instructions on proper body alignment for singing; proper breathing techniques; vocal exercises to ensure progress in your regular practice sessions; vocal musicianship exercises to take you to the next level musically.