The Singer's Guide to Complete Health

Author: Anthony F. Jahn
Publisher: OUP USA
ISBN: 0195374037
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 485

Book Description
Anthony Jahn, M.D., internationally-acclaimed for his work as an "opera doctor" with some of the most prestigious opera companies in the world, brings together some of the profession's greatest doctors, performers, and instructors in a thorough and comprehensible guidebook on all aspects of health and disease that affect the voice.

The Complete Book of Men's Health

Author: Men's Health Books
Publisher: Rodale
ISBN: 9781579542986
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 292

Book Description
Provides information on health-related topics, exercise, diet, and personal grooming

Practical Vocal Acoustics

Author: Kenneth Bozeman
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1538174650
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 157

Book Description
Scientific knowledge of vocal acoustics has grown exponentially in the last eighty years. With sophisticated yet inexpensive sound analysis technology, more voice teachers are curious about the value of vocal acoustics for the studio and see the need to understand it for more efficient, science-informed pedagogy. Kenneth Bozeman distills the most important vocal acoustic principles and insights for contemporary teachers and singers. With concise and easy-to-understand language, the book takes these complex concepts and imparts practical tips and strategies that anyone can use in their teaching and singing. Unlike many other singing texts, this book focuses on the voice as an acoustic phenomenon. Bozeman addresses a myriad of topics including: Bozeman addresses a myriad of topics including: Theories of vocal resonance The pedagogic implications of tube acoustics Formants and their interaction with harmonics Vocal registration Passaggio training The acoustics of belting Acoustic technology useful for the studio Also included are vocal exercises implementing these concepts.

Complete Vocal Fitness

Author: Claudia Friedlander
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1538105454
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 203

Book Description
Complete Vocal Fitness: A Singer’s Guide to Physical Training, Anatomy, and Biomechanics is a primer on sport-specific training for vocal athletes. Elite athletes apply cutting-edge research in movement and physiology to customize fitness regimens that ensure peak performance. The principles of sports science that enable them to fine-tune strength, flexibility and dynamic stabilization to meet the requirements of a given sport are invaluable for preparing the body to meet the physical demands of singing. This book will teach you to: Optimize alignment by identifying and resolving postural distortions Balance strength and flexibility throughout your torso to facilitate full breathing and promote coordinated breath management Improve oxygen consumption to enhance your stamina and ability to sustain long phrases Stabilize your spine and major joints in order to continue performing with solid technique while meeting the demands of stage movement Musicians of all kinds benefit from understanding the basics of how their instruments work. This book is also a guide to how the vocal instrument functions. You will find accessible descriptions of the fundamental components of vocal anatomy – laryngeal function, articulation and resonance – explaining their movements, their interaction with one another, their integration with the anatomy of breathing and alignment, and relating them to common non-anatomical terminology often used in the voice studio.

American Medical Association Complete Guide to Men's Health

Author: Angela Perry, M.D.
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
ISBN: 0470314648
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 489

Book Description
"Men are often reluctant to discuss issues that are important to their general health and well-being. This one-of-a-kind guide provides helpful information, in an easy-to-read format, on major health concerns including diet and nutrition, exercise, sexuality, and emotional health. This guide should help men make better decisions about their health."--Jeffrey P. Koplan, M.D., M.P.H., Director, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) * Guidelines for staying healthy at any age * Overviews of the body's systems and organs--heart and lungs, reproductive system, brain and nervous system, urinary system, bones and joints, and the immune system * Explanations of the major diseases and their treatments, including heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, cancer, drug abuse, and depression * Sensitive discussions of sexuality and reproduction, including sexual dysfunction, prostate health, stds, birth control, and age-related changes to sex and sexuality * Diet and exercise guidelines * Dozens of tables, boxes, and charts on key topics * Quick-reference format for finding the answers you need

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Singing

Author: Phyllis Fulford
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592570867
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 276

Book Description
The human voice is the most popular musical instrument, and vocal singing is like any other musical endeavour- it takes discipline, practice (and some talent) to do it well. CIG to Singingoffers readers an easy-to-use guide to the process of becoming a singer. Readers will learn how to find their ideal singing range, how to improve their basic technique, how to stand and breathe properly, how to sing in different musical styles, and the book is filled with numerous illustrations, musical examples and singing exercises. An audio CD includes examples of different techniques and accompaniments for the exercises, letting the reader hear the way they're supposed to sound and practice along. The book also contains a glossary of terms, singer's pronunciation reference, vocal problems troubleshooting guide, and a list of resources.

Positive Living and Health

Author: Mark Bricklin
Publisher: Rodale Books
ISBN: 9780878578542
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 532

Book Description
Positive living and health; the complete guide to brain/body healing and mental empowerment.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Managed Health Care

Author: Sophie M. Korczyk
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780028621654
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 326

Book Description
Managed health care is one of the most confusing areas any consumer can deal with. Rules and regulations are constantly changing, providers are always merging and changing their offerings, and paperwork abounds. In easy-to-understand language, this book explains how to understand options, how to get treatment for chronic and long-term illnesses, how to get the most care for the least cost, and more.

Finding the Good Life.

Author: Eugene L Antenucci
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
In Finding The Good Life, you will discover the seven steps to being the person you were born to be through proper nutrition, fitness, knowing how to balance life's daily stresses, and setting the goals you need to make your life whole.

Family Health, Nutrition and Fitness

Author: Paul C. Reisser
Publisher: Focus on the Family Publishing
ISBN: 9780842361811
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A one-stop reference guide for family health, this guide helps readers take an active role in improving the health and well being of their families by offering authoritative and current medical information.