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ISBN: 9781472566560
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2016
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Description:
Arming the present generation of musical theatre performers with the wide-ranging skill-set required for success in the competitive environment of musical theatre is more vital than ever. The musical theatre performer of today must not only deliver his/her art winningly, but must do so while being thoroughly skilled in the diverse varieties of vocal and performance styles in use today. He or she must choose song material wisely, and deftly prepare it, to emphasise his or her individuality. Moreover, the musical theatre performer must interpret lyrical text with prowess (acting the song) and understand the art of presentation. On top of all of this, today's musical theatre performers must appreciate, and immerse themselves in, the history of the musical theatre.
In this new book, Broadway and West End vocal and audition coach Stephen Purdy maps out the requirements of today's complex musical theatre scene, suggesting sensible strategies for success in song work for those looking to succeed in the industry. He draws from his many years of experience as a musical director and coach at the highest levels, and as an accomplished college professor in New York City and abroad.
ISBN: 9781472566560
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2016
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Description:
Arming the present generation of musical theatre performers with the wide-ranging skill-set required for success in the competitive environment of musical theatre is more vital than ever. The musical theatre performer of today must not only deliver his/her art winningly, but must do so while being thoroughly skilled in the diverse varieties of vocal and performance styles in use today. He or she must choose song material wisely, and deftly prepare it, to emphasise his or her individuality. Moreover, the musical theatre performer must interpret lyrical text with prowess (acting the song) and understand the art of presentation. On top of all of this, today's musical theatre performers must appreciate, and immerse themselves in, the history of the musical theatre.
In this new book, Broadway and West End vocal and audition coach Stephen Purdy maps out the requirements of today's complex musical theatre scene, suggesting sensible strategies for success in song work for those looking to succeed in the industry. He draws from his many years of experience as a musical director and coach at the highest levels, and as an accomplished college professor in New York City and abroad.