Training Soprano Voices

by Richard Miller

Training Soprano Voices provides a complete and reliable system for training each type of soprano voice. Designed as a practical program for singers, teachers, and voice professionals, it couples historic vocal pedagogy with the latest research on the singing voice, emphasizing the special nature of the soprano voice and the proper physiological functioning for vocal proficiency.

Renowned singing teacher Richard Miller supplies a detailed description for each of the nine categories of soprano voices. For each category he then surveys the appropriate literature and provides an effective system for voice building, including techniques for breath management, vibratory response, resonance balancing, language articulation, vocal agility, sostenuto, proper vocal registration, and dynamic control. The book concludes with a daily regimen of vocal development for healthy singing and artistic performance. It also features dozens of technical exercises, vocalization material taken from the performance literature, and numerous anatomical illustrations. Unique in its focus on a single voice, Training Soprano Voices is likely to set the standard in voice training for years to come.

Genres: Music, Nonfiction

192 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2000

Reviews

[Alexandra Fratu · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very good manual that helped me identify what I do well in my singing technique and what I need to improve.
It gives very good explanations on the physiology of singing, as well as on sound physics.
It also gives very good examples of vocalizing exercises for improving all aspects of the singing instrument.
I highly recommend it!

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

An outstanding resource for teachers and singers. Miller is extremely meticulous in his explanations of the science behind the techniques that work for excellent classical singing. Tons of incredibly helpful vocal exercises included. A must-read for anyone who works with sopranos.