| Introduction.
Part I: Exploring the Mechanics of Singing.
Chapter 1: So You Want To Sing . . . .
Chapter 2: Getting in the Right Frame of Spine.
Chapter 3: Breathing for Singing.
Chapter 4: Toning Up the Voice.
Part II: Discovering Your Singing Voice.
Chapter 5: Matching Voice Types: More Than Your Average Dating Service.
Chapter 6: Acquiring Beautiful Tone.
Chapter 7: Exploring Resonance.
Chapter 8: Shaping Your Vowels for Clarity.
Chapter 9: Exercising Consonants for Articulation.
Part III: Developing Your Technique.
Chapter 10: Developing a Practice Routine.
Chapter 11: Discovering the Parts of Your Singing Voice.
Chapter 12: Raising the Roof on Your Range.
Chapter 13: Guys and Dolls: What’s Unique about Your Voice.
Chapter 14: Tuning Up Your Speaking Voice for Belting.
Chapter 15: Finding the Right Voice Teacher for You.
Chapter 16: Training for Singing.
Part IV: Singing in Performance.
Chapter 17: Selecting Your Music Material.
Chapter 18: Mastering the Musical Elements.
Chapter 19: Acting the Song.
Chapter 20: Confronting Your Fear of Performing.
Chapter 21: Auditioning a Song for Musical Theater.
Part V: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 22: Ten Performers with Good Technique.
Chapter 23: Ten FAQ about Singing.
Chapter 24: Ten Tips to Maintaining Vocal Health.
Chapter 25: Ten Tips for Performing Like a Pro.
Part VI: Appendixes.
Appendix A: Suggested Songs to Advance Your Singing Technique.
Appendix B: About the CD.
Index.
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