{"title":"A Conversation with Michael Maliakel","authors":"Melissa Treinkman","doi":"10.53830/sing.00069","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53830/sing.00069","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract: In a video interview with Journal of Singing Associate Editor Melissa Treinkman on March 29, 2024, Michael Maliakel discussed his career and his experience playing the title role in the Broadway show Aladdin . A first place winner of the 2014 NATS National Musical Theatre Competition, Michael talked about the impact of his classical voice training on his Broadway career, the constantly ascending tessitura of musical theatre roles, and why he believes representation matters. A QR code is included at the end of the article which contains the link to the recorded interview with Michael Maliakel, posted on the NATS YouTube channel.","PeriodicalId":511667,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Singing","volume":"81 1","pages":"105-107"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147896820","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Vocal Trills: 18th-Century Performance Practice Considerations Viewed Through the Lens of 19th-Century Methods","authors":"Eric Laine","doi":"10.53830/sing.00040","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53830/sing.00040","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract: Eighteenth-century vocal literature abounds with trills, so approaching this skill methodically is advised. This article includes a literature review of four eighteenth-century vocal treatises (Tosi, Agricola, Mancini, Hiller), which agree about the importance of mastering the trill, but neglect practical suggestions about how to develop it. Four nineteenth-century vocal methods (Vaccai, Panofka, Lütgen, Marchesi) are discussed, including plans for how to practice the trill. Mozart's opera Così fan tutte is utilized as a case study in the synthesis of vocal treatises and vocal method books. Musical examples from each role are complemented with links to recordings of well-produced trills.","PeriodicalId":511667,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Singing","volume":"256 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141028859","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Stop Teaching! And Other Graduation Advice","authors":"Lynn Helding","doi":"10.53830/sing.00038","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53830/sing.00038","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract: The season of this article's publication—spring—brings forth flowers, graduations, joy and student performances. But the season Editor in Chief Lynn Helding calls \"Recital Season\" can also bring farewells, stress, and the psychological phenomenon called \"burnout\" for teachers. Helding suggests a surprising solution based on principles from cognitive science which can blunt teacher burnout while simultaneously enhancing students' learning. By stopping teaching during \"Recital Season,\" teachers may ironically provide singers what they actually need for optimal performance. Helding also announces a new future JOS column and a call for three new JOS writers.","PeriodicalId":511667,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Singing","volume":"49 10","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141035592","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Considering Crossover and the Collaborative Pianist","authors":"Alison d'Amato, Elvia Puccinelli","doi":"10.53830/sing.00049","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53830/sing.00049","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract: The term \"crossover\" in classical vocal music has generally been used to refer to a classically-oriented artist's forays into non-classical styles or genres. In the singers' world, crossover not only exists, but is increasingly accepted as an important part of the twenty-first century singer's training and preparation. But what of the singer's partner, the pianist and/or coach who will work with them side-by-side? How are pianists and voice coaches affected by the new trends in vocal repertoire? The authors talked with coach-conductors Kathleen Kelly and Stephanie Rhodes Russell about navigating crossover trends as pianists and coaches.","PeriodicalId":511667,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Singing","volume":"5 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141031812","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Don't Throw the Baby Out with the Bathwater: The Muscular Basis for Register Adjustment","authors":"Deirdre D. Michael","doi":"10.53830/sing.00042","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53830/sing.00042","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract: Registration in singing has long been considered to have its basis in adjustments of the intrinsic laryngeal musculature, but most pedagogues also agree that there is an acoustic or resonance component to the production or perception of vocal registers. Shifts in thinking about register adjustment may have led some pedagogues to concentrate on resonance adjustments to produce a particular quality, sometimes without adequate attention to balanced muscle use. This article provides some context for pedagogic consideration of pitch/register adjustment and examples of what can happen if muscular balance is not optimized in singing training for all genres.","PeriodicalId":511667,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Singing","volume":"6 11","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141048549","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Using Semi-Occluded Vocal Tract Exercises as a Vocal Tract \"Reset\"","authors":"Brian Manternach","doi":"10.53830/sing.00046","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53830/sing.00046","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract: For decades, the benefits of semi-occluded vocal tract exercises (SOVTEs) in voice training and rehabilitation have been extolled, most especially how SOVTEs impact phonation. However, a second important, yet neglected aspect of SOVTEs identified in numerous research studies is how they affect the shape of the vocal tract. This article highlights how SOVTEs can passively expand the airway, alleviating unintended constrictions, freeing singers from attempting to \"open the throat\" through direct muscular activation. This expansion can serve as a vocal tract \"reset,\" allowing singers to selectively shape the vocal tract, facilitatating the wide-narrow contrasts needed for singing in a variety of musical genres.","PeriodicalId":511667,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Singing","volume":"9 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141047628","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Anatomy of a Bokken Strike: Breaking Through Mental Blocks for Whole Body Breath Support","authors":"Daniel L. Ewart","doi":"10.53830/sing.00039","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53830/sing.00039","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract: This article details a voice training method that stems from a traditional Japanese budo (\"way of war\")\" called Yoshokai Aikido . The method involves safely teaching the use of a bokken (\"wooden sword\") strike to overcome both the mental blocks that produce under-energized breath support in singing, and the fight-or-flight cascade that causes fear and choking. The article describes the physiology of the respiratory and cognitive mechanics affected by the proper use of a bokken strike, and the philosophy of Yoshokai Aikido that can benefit singers.","PeriodicalId":511667,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Singing","volume":"89 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141034141","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Investigative Listening as a Praxis for Technical Evaluation and Corrective Procedure","authors":"Justin John Moniz","doi":"10.53830/sing.00045","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53830/sing.00045","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract: Associate editor Justin John Moniz discusses how investigative listening can support effective teaching practices in the voice studio setting. An emphasis is placed upon the processes surrounding the diagnosis and correction of vocal faults, communicating corrective solutions, and student self-regulation.","PeriodicalId":511667,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Singing","volume":"13 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141045242","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"What a Shame! Limited Understanding of the Effects of Shame on Voice","authors":"Elisa Monti, Lynn Maxfield","doi":"10.53830/sing.00047","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53830/sing.00047","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract: While research is emerging on how the emotional state of voice users can impact voice quality and production, the emotion of shame has been underrepresented in that research. This paper examines what research currently exists regarding shame and offers future directions for future research in this area.","PeriodicalId":511667,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Singing","volume":"8 9","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141055780","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Celebrating Our Volunteer Leaders: A Heartfelt Thank You","authors":"Diana Allan","doi":"10.53830/sing.00037","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53830/sing.00037","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract: Outgoing NATS President, Diana Allan, expresses gratitude to the numerous volunteer leaders who play pivotal roles in the success of NATS. President Allan emphasizes the immense responsibilities shouldered by national officers, region, district, and chapter leaders, and auditions chairs, as well as donors and thought leaders—highlighting their vital roles in upholding the values NATS holds dear. The President celebrates these leaders for their dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment, emphasizing their roles as the backbone of NATS. In conclusion, President Allan looks forward to continuing her service in the role of Past President and supporting new President, Alexis Davis-Hazell.","PeriodicalId":511667,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Singing","volume":"41 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141055329","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}