The Singer Acts, the Actor Sings: A Practical Workbok for Living Through Song, Vocally and Dramatically

"The Singer Acts, the Actor Sings" is a practical workbook for singers and actors of all disciplines, from musical theater through classical repertory to popular performance styles. This book addresses the needs of both students and professionals, helping them to face the challenges of musical performance undaunted and to achieve the exhilarating feeling of living through song.

Paired with online video exercises and demonstrations, "The Singer Acts, The Actor Sings" is an essential resource for actors and singers alike, helping them master both art forms and gain deeper insight into their own strengths.

Whether you're a singer seeking a straightforward approach to acting, an actor who wants to sing, or a singing actor desiring to take your performances to the next level, this book will prove invaluable in achieving your goal.

CONTENIDO:

Foreword

Introduction

Section One. The Singer Acts
1. What is Acting?
2. Analyzing the Scene
3. Physical Acting, or 'Committing'
4. The Four Moments ? Understanding the 'Beats' of the Scene/Song
5. Your Partners
6. Awakening the Imagination
7. Repetition and the Psychology of Acting

Section Two. The Actor Sings
8. What is Singing?
9. Resonance
10. Color
11. Support
12. Range
13. Passaggios
14. Warm-up
15. Repetition and the Psychology of Singing

Section 3. Putting It Together
16. Fusion
17. Stakes
18. Crawl, Walk, Run, Fly