The 7 Basic Elements of Voice Training

This compact workbook for singing teachers, students of singing, and singers offers a comprehensive summary of classical voice training, based on the voice-training qualities of German speech sounds (with IPA symbols).

The rich store of vocal exercises from the teachings of the renowned German pedagogue Franziska Martienßen-Lohmann (1887–1971) is systematically organized according to the three functional areas of the voice – stimulation of phonation, voice production, shaping of sound. The clear layout also makes it possible to find exercises for specific tasks. The book will help students of singing find ways to practice on their own. Experienced singers and teachers of singing will find here ideas for structuring and expanding their own repertoire of vocal exercises.