Publisher's Synopsis
Are you a terrible singer?Have you been told that you're tone-deaf? Were you asked to mime in the school choir?
Do you avoid singing carols at Christmas because you don't want to be laughed at? Would you love to join a choir, but you don't think you could ever be good enough to do so? If you've answered yes to any of those questions, this book is aimed specifically at you.
Here is a fact; if you can recognise melodies, you're highly unlikely to be tone-deaf, and therefore you have the potential to learn to sing. It doesn't matter how many people have told you that you can't sing, the truth is that you probably can be taught how to do so. This is a massively misunderstood area, even in musical circles. In reality, only a very small percentage of people are truly "tone-deaf" - they have a condition called amusia, akin to colour-blindness but for music. Richard Swan, director of the large UK-based choir London City Voices, explains the reasons why people needlessly opt-out of singing from an early age, and shows you how to go about gaining control over your voice. With over 40 supporting videos on the accompanying website, this book is entirely unique and completely groundbreaking in its approach. Richard's gentle method will rewire your understanding of your own voice. You will listen to music in a different way, and you will start to appreciate how singing in tune in the near future is a very real possibility for you. PRAISE FOR THE BOOK'Singing is one of the most deeply rewarding and uplifting life experiences anyone can have. Anyone who feels that this has been denied to them should read this book.' ANNIE LENNOX 'Richard's insightful explanations and targeted exercises are sure to help you discover your voice! 'I wish I'd read this years ago! What a difference it would have made.' 'This book is uncanny. It feels like it's talking directly to me. It focuses in on all my insecurities about my voice which stop me
from trying to sing, and it's made me believe I really can overcome them' 'This is a wonderful book for anyone who has ever been put off singing' 'The "can't sing" myth banished for good' 'An encouraging, no-nonsense and achievable approach to the art of singing' 'Joyous and kind, a singing handbook like no other' 'This is like a conversation with your favourite teacher - insightful, challenging and encouraging' 'This is a must-read for anyone wanting to find their voice, gain confidence and, most importantly, enjoy singing' 'Give this book a go if you are even a little curious about your voice' 'This book is like a chat with a friend. Lots of friendly encouragement to help you find your singing voice'
