Your Singing Questions Answered A Handbook for Beginning Singers

by Moore, Jeff; Moore, Crystal Dea

• ISBN13: 9798350920635
• ISBN10: 8350920637
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2024-04-01
• Publisher: BookBaby

Summary

Jeff Moore utilizes his knowledge of music theory, voice science, singing technology, and his experience coaching hundreds of vocalists of all levels to answer the most searched and frequently asked questions about singing in "Your Singing Questions Answered." The answers not only increase reader's knowledge but provide practical applications and exercises. Music is a way of life for Jeff, and each day he sees the power and potential it has to transform people's lives.
Do you have questions about singing? Do internet searches on singing leave you overwhelmed and uncertain which content is trustworthy? This book is written in a question-and-answer format that will help beginning singers learn:
•How do I determine my range?
•What are singing vowels?
•What is a vocal break?
•What is head voice and chest voice?
•What is a key?
•How do I deal with stage fright?
•And much more!
This concise, beginning singers' handbook will increase your knowledge about singing concepts and help you practically apply the answers to your own vocals. It also includes a free companion website with basic vocal exercises to get the beginning singer started on their vocal journey.

Author Biography

Jeff Moore is the co-founder of Peak Music Studios in Latham, New York where he teaches voice to students who are passionate about singing and want to discover their unique vocal style. Jeff had a speech impairment as a child, and singing was utilized to improve his speaking abilities. This prompted a lifelong pursuit of music. He is devoted to discovering, performing, teaching, composing, and recording music. As a specialist in voice and guitar pedagogy, he is skilled at teaching music to accommodate a variety of learning styles. Jeff holds certificates in Vocal Styles and Master Guitar from Berklee College of Music and is a Master Certified Voice Coach and Instructor. He has studied with voice teachers nationally and internationally and is an expert in voice science.

Crystal Dea Moore is the co-founder of Peak Music Studios with her husband, Jeff. Crystal performed gospel in a small church in McFarland, California from the age of 4, and learned how singing can be a powerful force to connect people. In addition to being a vocalist, she plays bass and acoustic guitar, and writes music with Jeff in their upstate New York studio. She holds a certificate in Bass Studies from Berklee College of Music and has over 20 years of teaching experience. A musician and a licensed mental health professional, she specializes in strategies to help performers decrease their anxiety and increase their mindfulness to promote relaxed and joyful musical performances. Crystal recognizes that singing with others promotes healing, connection, and unity, and believes we should all sing our hearts out whenever we can! Jeff and Crystal live in upstate New York with two dogs, a parrot, and a mouse.