ABSTRACT

This book is an unique resource which directly addresses all performers who sing and act, whether in opera, musical theatre or music-theatre. By looking beyond the separate acts of singing and acting the performer builds up a greater awareness of how the two interrelate to form a single powerful expression.
Using games, exercises and discussion, The Singing and Acting Handbook takes a stimulating approach to the demands made upon today's performers, and will equip both the experienced professional and the student to take full advantage of rehearsal and performance. With advice on approaches to learning music, interpreting scores, and building characters, it provides a long-awaited innovative resource for performers, directors, workshop leaders and teachers.

part One|23 pages

Introduction

chapter 1|21 pages

Singing and acting in performance

part Two|163 pages

The Exercises

chapter 2|54 pages

The fundamental disciplines

chapter 3|29 pages

Rhythm, pulse and time

chapter 4|36 pages

Music, text and the score

chapter 5|39 pages

Character, emotion and sound

chapter 6|3 pages

Conclusion