Deke Sharon's Blog
October 31, 2017
Deke Sharon's Books - a guide
I get asked from time to time what my books contain. Here's a cheat sheet:
A Cappella Arranging, with Dylan Bell (2012):
• For beginners through experts
• Ten step method to get you started right away
• Creative process: “The dreamer, the editor, and the critic”
• Advanced sections on bass lines, textures, rhythm, writers block, much more
• Many music examples throughout, short phrases through full songs
A Cappella, with Brody McDonald and Ben Spaulding (2014):
• Comprehensive book for newcomers and seasoned pros
• Creating a group, from concept through auditions to first performances
• Publicity and promotion for groups and singers
• Insights and perspectives for seasoned groups
• + sections on history, arranging, live sound & electronica, vocal percussion, etc.
The Heart of Vocal Harmony (2016):
• How to perform with consistent, unified emotional expression
• Concrete techniques to bring emotion out of songs and singers
• Creating the proper environment in rehearsal and on stage
• Considerations from song choice through arrangement to staging
• Insights from 20 experts: Eric Whitacre, Pentatonix, Straight No Chaser, Manhattan Transfer +
A Cappella Warmups for Pop and Jazz Choirs, with JD Frizzell (2017):
• 40+ warmups in 3 to 6 part harmony, many styles
• focus on rhythm, syllables, tone, intervals, dynamics, intonation, blend, balance, etc
• options for improvisation and soloists as well as group sound
• One copy of book = legal copies for entire group
• includes code for downloadable content
So You Want To Sing A Cappella (2017):
• Comprehensive book for singers of all levels and ages
• In-depth vocal technique, vocal health, blend, vocal percussion & instruments, audio tech
• 20+ career options, including touring, recording, coaching, production, etc.
• Interviews with experts throughout a cappella community
• +sections on styles, traditions, modern history, rehearsal techniques, much more
A Cappella Arranging, with Dylan Bell (2012):
• For beginners through experts
• Ten step method to get you started right away
• Creative process: “The dreamer, the editor, and the critic”
• Advanced sections on bass lines, textures, rhythm, writers block, much more
• Many music examples throughout, short phrases through full songs
A Cappella, with Brody McDonald and Ben Spaulding (2014):
• Comprehensive book for newcomers and seasoned pros
• Creating a group, from concept through auditions to first performances
• Publicity and promotion for groups and singers
• Insights and perspectives for seasoned groups
• + sections on history, arranging, live sound & electronica, vocal percussion, etc.
The Heart of Vocal Harmony (2016):
• How to perform with consistent, unified emotional expression
• Concrete techniques to bring emotion out of songs and singers
• Creating the proper environment in rehearsal and on stage
• Considerations from song choice through arrangement to staging
• Insights from 20 experts: Eric Whitacre, Pentatonix, Straight No Chaser, Manhattan Transfer +
A Cappella Warmups for Pop and Jazz Choirs, with JD Frizzell (2017):
• 40+ warmups in 3 to 6 part harmony, many styles
• focus on rhythm, syllables, tone, intervals, dynamics, intonation, blend, balance, etc
• options for improvisation and soloists as well as group sound
• One copy of book = legal copies for entire group
• includes code for downloadable content
So You Want To Sing A Cappella (2017):
• Comprehensive book for singers of all levels and ages
• In-depth vocal technique, vocal health, blend, vocal percussion & instruments, audio tech
• 20+ career options, including touring, recording, coaching, production, etc.
• Interviews with experts throughout a cappella community
• +sections on styles, traditions, modern history, rehearsal techniques, much more
