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Power performance for singers

transcending the barriers

by Shirlee Emmons

Published 1998320 pagesISBN 978-0-1951-1224-5

This is the ultimate self-help performance manual for all singers, designed to teach them how to experience elite performance at their level. Consistently competent performances do not depend solely upon superior vocal skills, nor are they a matter of luck. On the contrary, mental attitude and performing skills are factors so powerful that they can actually make a greater difference in a singer's results than technical know-how. The mental skills outlined in this book are the easily learned key to maximizing performance. They will help singers to use what they have, to enjoy their voices during performance, and to perform consistently to the best of their present ability. All singers can improve their performance by using the techniques set forth in Power Performance for Singers - even those naturally gifted with performing flair, and those who have learned how to cope in performance through much experience.

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Reading lengthA standard-length read320 pages in this edition
Publication eraModernFirst published or edition dated 1998
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978-0-1951-1224-5
Language
English
Edition record
OL684893M
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A comfortable full-length choice for steady daily reading.

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