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The Child-Voice in Singing / Treated from a physiological and a practical standpoint and especially adapted to schools and boy choirs

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About This Book

A practical manual for teaching children's singing bridges anatomical and pedagogical perspectives by explaining the larynx and vocal mechanism and deriving safe principles for tone production. It surveys vocal registers and range, describes breathing, posture, attack, and tone formation, and offers exercises for clear vowel and consonant articulation. Guidance is included on voice mutation and managing alto parts in male choirs, with emphasis on cultivating a soft, healthy head-voice and avoiding harsh strain. Instruction is tailored to classroom realities and non-specialist teachers, promoting scientifically grounded, gradual methods to develop musical habit, accuracy, and vocal health in schools and choirs.

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Francis E. Howard

Francis E. Howard was an educator and author known for his contributions to the field of music education, particularly in vocal training for children. His notable work, "The Child-Voice in Singing," addresses the physiological aspects of singing and offers practical guidance tailored for schools and boy choirs. Through this book, Howard emphasizes the importance of understanding child development in relation to vocal performance, making significant strides in how music educators approach teaching young singers.

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