The Heart of Vocal Harmony : Emotional Expression in Group Singing

THE HEART OF VOCAL HARMONY: EMOTIONAL EXPRESSION IN GROUP SINGING

Most choirs spend their rehearsal time focusing on notes rhythms and precision. They rarely if ever discuss a song''s meaning and feeling even though those elements are precisely what draws people to the music in the first place. Thousands of books have been written about choral technique teaching people how to sing technically well. What sets ÊThe Heart of Vocal HarmonyÊ apart is its focus on honest unified expression and the process of delivering an emotionally compelling performance. It delves into an underdeveloped vocal topic ä the heart of the music and the process involved with expressing it.ÞÊThe Heart of Vocal HarmonyÊ is not just for a cappella groups ä it is also for vocal harmony groups ensembles and choirs at all levels with or without instruments. In addition to the process the book features discussions with some of the biggest luminaries in vocal harmony: composers arrangers directors singers and groups ä including Eric Whitacre Pentatonix the Manhattan Transfer and more!