The quality level in Operatic Singing has been repeatedly reported as declining by a number
of academic scholars, music critics, and distinguished opera professionals and teachers …

Contemporary vocal artistry is often discussed in somewhat veiled contexts. The term
'artist'is commonly used to describe a singer in popular culture musics (PCM) and, although …

This chapter discusses a contemporary approach to teaching singing. It focuses on
curricular components that address the complexities of singing in a range of contemporary …

Teaching live electronic music techniques to instrumental performers presents some
interesting challenges. Whilst most higher music education institutions provide opportunities …

The mediated singing voice is a significant consideration for contemporary singers in both
live performance and recording contexts. Developments in technologies have enabled …

The application of technologies to the popular singing voice has enabled it to be conveyed
in a myriad of contexts. In many ways, it is the use of technology (eg reinforced sound …

Audio recording is a much anticipated and integral component in the career trajectories of
contemporary singers. This article discusses research undertaken through three in-depth …

Music education now occurs in diverse settings and often to groups of students. Adopting a
developmental approach to learning, student achievement in group contexts can be realised …

The human voice is able to engender experiences, traditions, emotions, ethnicity and human
existence. Such enculturation can be heard when music and voice combine in singing. Sung …

Using music and voice to express cultural identity is a tradition inherent in musical
communities throughout the world. Today, while traditions can be affected by popular culture …