The Vocal Athlete
by Wendy D. LeBorgne, Marci Daniels Rosenberg
3rd Edition
Publisher: Plural Publishing, Inc.
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9781635506730 |
| eText ISBN | 9781635504552 |
| Publisher | Plural Publishing, Inc. |
| Publishing Year | 2024 |
| Edition | 3rd Edition |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 528 |
The Vocal Athlete, 3rd Edition is an academic textbook that connects contemporary commercial music (CCM) vocal art with scientific principles of voice production. Published by Plural Publishing, Inc., the text offers vocal pedagogy students and practicing voice teachers an integrated approach to anatomical function, technique, and studio instruction.
The content develops through several thematic arcs, linking foundational anatomical systems with functional voice training. It connects respiratory kinematics, laryngeal physiology, and vocal acoustics to established principles of exercise physiology and motor learning. The text further addresses commercial singing traditions by integrating historical perspectives, pedagogical strategies, and research on belting mechanics.
To assist with curriculum planning and certification preparation, the volume features a reference grid displaying alignment with NATS vocal pedagogy curriculum recommendations and PAVA-RV exam topics. This inclusion offers speech-language pathologists and singing voice specialists a structured reference for coursework and interdisciplinary clinical practice.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: The Singer’s Body: Alignment, Movement, and Intention
- • Introduction
- • Kinesthetic Awareness and the Mental Rolodex
- • Tension Versus Release
- • Tensegrity
- • Posture and Alignment
- • Skeletal Structures
- • Performance Demands and Alignment
- • Muscular Structures of the Neck
- • Research Considerations for Extrinsic Laryngeal Muscles
- • Deep Muscles of the Neck
- • Targeting Posture and Alignment in the Voice Studio
- • Beyond Posture
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
Chapter 2: Neurological Control of Voice Production
- • Introduction
- • Working From the Top Down: From the Singer’s Brain to the Singer’s Body
- • Central Nervous System
- • Peripheral Nervous System
- • Autonomic Nervous System
- • Summary of Neuromotor and Neurosensory Pathways for Voice Production
- • Musical Performance Anxiety and Emotional Aspects of Singing
- • The Efficacy of Mindfulness and Meditation Practices for Vocal Athletes
- • References
Chapter 3: Foundations of Motor Learning: Application to Vocal Teaching and Learning
- • Introduction
- • How We Learn
- • Implicit Versus Explicit Learning
- • Motor Performance Versus Motor Learning
- • Stages of Motor Learning
- • Establishing Training Goals
- • Structuring a Lesson
- • The Forgetting Hypothesis
- • Feedback and Cueing
- • Reducing Learner Dependency
- • Directing the Learner’s Focus
- • Attention and Monitoring
- • Future Considerations
- • Nurturing a Growth Mindset
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
Chapter 4: Exercise Physiology Principles for Training the Vocal Athlete
- • Introduction
- • Muscle Fibers and Laryngeal Function
- • Basic Training Principles for Exercise Science
- • Research on Exercise Science for Voice
- • Application of Exercise Physiology Principles for Training Vocal Athletes
- • Research on Vocal Warm-Ups and Cooldowns
- • Monitoring Vocal Effort
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
Chapter 5: Respiratory Kinematics
- • Introduction
- • Historical Overview of Respiratory Pedagogy
- • Contemporary Respiratory Pedagogical Training
- • Anatomy and Physiology of the Respiratory Mechanism for the Singer
- • Primary Muscles of Inspiration
- • Respiratory Kinematics for Vocal Athletes — What the Research Tells Us
- • Emerging Respiratory Findings in Diverse Populations
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
Chapter 6: Laryngeal Anatomy, Physiology, and Function During Singing
- • Introduction
- • Role of the Larynx
- • Basic Laryngeal Anatomy and Physiology
- • Voice Production
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
Chapter 7: Resonance and Vocal Acoustics
- • Introduction
- • Labeling and Notation
- • Resonators and Resonance
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
Chapter 8: Phonotrauma: Impact on Vocal Health and Singing
- • Introduction
- • What Is Phonotrauma?
- • Wound Healing and the Vocal Folds
- • Voice Rest and Vocal Fatigue
- • Management of Phonotrauma
- • Managing Voice Demands During an Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
- • Medical and Surgical Management
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
Chapter 9: Common Vocal Pathologies in Vocal Athletes: A Medical Perspective
- • Introduction
- • Muscle Tension Dysphonia
- • Laryngitis
- • Vocal Fold Lesions
- • Other Laryngeal Disorders
- • Evaluation and Diagnosis of Vocal Pathology: What to Expect During a Visit
- • Treatment
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
Chapter 10: Laryngopharyngeal Reflux: What the Singer Needs to Know
- • Introduction
- • Symptoms
- • Complications
- • How Do I Know if I Have Reflux?
- • Treatment
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
Chapter 11: Multidisciplinary Care of the Vocal Athlete
- • Introduction
- • The Voice Care Team
- • The Voice Evaluation
- • Roles and Responsibilities of the Voice Care Team
- • Collaborative Interaction and Decision-Making
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
Chapter 12: The Singer’s Guide to Anesthesiology and Voice
- • Introduction
- • Basics of Anesthesia
- • Procedures That Require Airway Devices
- • Singer Concerns
- • Other Common Airway and Vocal Tract Complications and Preventive Considerations
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
Chapter 13: The Life Cycle of the Singing Voice
- • Overview
- • The Pediatric Performer: Considerations for Vocal Performing in Children Through Adolescence
- • Aspects of the Aging Voice and the Nonclassical Singer
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
Chapter 14: Medicine, Myths, and Truths
- • Introduction
- • Medications and the Voice
- • Reflux Medications
- • Herbal Supplements and Vitamins
- • Myths and Truths About Dryness
- • Hydration
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
Chapter 15: Perceptions, Aesthetics, and Registration in the Commercial Vocal Athlete
- • Introduction
- • Perceptions and Aesthetics
- • History and Evolution of Vocal Registers
- • Voice Typing in Musical Theater Vocal Athletes
- • Sound Types Within the Musical Theater Genre
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
Chapter 16: History of Classical Voice Pedagogy
- • Overview
- • Classical Vocal Pedagogy
- • Early Vocal Pedagogues
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
- • Appendix 16–A. Western Classical Vocal Pedagogy Resources
Chapter 17: Overview of Black American Music: History, Pedagogy, and Practice
- • Introduction
- • Conceptual and Philosophical Approaches to Black American Music
- • History and Development of Black American Music
- • Pedagogical Parameters, Training Strategies, and Cultural Understanding When Teaching Black American Music
- • Conclusion
- • References
- • Recordings
- • Book Recommendations
Chapter 18: Overview of Belting: History, Pedagogy, and Practice
- • Introduction
- • Increasing Demand for Commercial Pedagogy and Belting
- • Overview of History and Pedagogical Approaches to Belting
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
Chapter 19: Physiology of Belting: Research and Theory
- • Introduction
- • Belting — Perceptual Research
- • Laryngeal Muscle Activity and Action During Contemporary Commercial Music Singing
- • Voice Source Information on Belting
- • Formants and Harmonic Findings/Singer’s Formant/Formant Tuning
- • The Science Behind the Singing: Inertance and Compliance Theories
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
Chapter 20: The Art of Perfection: What Every Singer and Voice Teacher Should Know About Audio Technology
- • Introduction
- • Understanding Microphones
- • Signal Processing
- • Teaching With Audio Equipment
- • Chapter Summary
- • References
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