The Essentials of CoreSinging: A Joyful Approach to Singing and Voice Pedagogy

by Meribeth Dayme

The Essentials of A Joyful Approach to Singing and Voice Pedagogy presents an innovative outlook by one of the most important voice pedagogues in modern times. CoreSinging, developed by Meribeth Dayme, offers a universal approach applicable and complementary to any style, system, or level of singing—the ultimate result transforms fear into joy and ease. For the first time, Cynthia Vaughn and Matthew Hoch have compiled and edited this culminating work of Meribeth Dayme. CoreSinging is formed on five elements present in all stages of singing from beginner to energy, awareness, imagination, practice, and performance. Concepts of energy—physical, metaphysical, mental, emotional, psychological, psychic, and spiritual—help singers transform themselves, their sound, and performance into an experience of healing. Contributors offer case studies and targeted strategies for further implementation and select writings of Dayme are also included.

300 pages, Paperback

Published April 14, 2022

Reviews

[Molly · Rating 5 out of 5]

CoreSinging has changed my teaching.

I had the pleasure of being trained by the founder and author, Dr. Meribeth Dayme.

There is nothing like CoreSinging out there, and this book will prove it. Whether your method of choice is bel canto, Estill, or something else...CoreSinging is meant to complement all of that, and more.

This book will inspire you to think outside of the box, and to incorporate imagination, playfulness, curiosity and movement into your teaching .

If you're feeling stuck in your ways as a singer OR teacher, pick up this book! So many other vocal books go on and on about the little things, when in reality it's the simplicity that makes for authentic singing, and CoreSinging is proof of that.

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s been wonderful to read Maribeth Dayme’s excellent text based on her life’s work. As she progressed as a pedagogue, she developed a much more holistic, free vocal technique to share with her students and other aspiring teachers. This is a wonderful read from beginning to end: I ordered it from the library and about 50 pages in realized I needed my own copy. I will reference it for years to come. I enjoyed the essays by other teachers who have worked with her, especially practical application of her approaches. The Teens and Tweens chapter was one of my favorites.