Now in one convenient volume, "Vocal Health and Pedagogy: Science,
Assessment, and Treatment, Third Edition" answers every question
you've ever had about the voice, from the physics of sounds, to
vocal technique, to medications, to performance anxiety. It
presents anatomical, physiological, and neurological
considerations, as well as covers critical issues related to
patient history, laryngeal function, the physical examination, and
historical perspectives of vocal pedagogy.The first part of the
book introduces basic concepts of voice science, assessment, and
training. It focuses on the science behind the common problems that
afflict voice users and enables understanding of the medical
approach to problem analysis. The second part of the book contains
additional information on the specific health and performance
conditions that affect the voice and their assessment and
treatment. It considers the medical and non-medical issues
affecting the human voice, including diagnosis and treatment of
voice problems, the effects of physical injury, posture, pollutants
and irritants, psychological effects, voice therapy, medication,
and more." Vocal Health and Pedagogy: Science, Assessment, and
Treatment, Third Edition" is ideal for courses in vocal pedagogy
and speech-language pathology. Additionally, it is a valuable
resource for professional and amateur performers and their
teachers.New to this edition:*New chapters on topics such as
pedagogy for children, the importance of studying music, laryngeal
issues involving wind instrument performance, high-speed digital
imaging, the evolution of technology, pediatric voice disorders,
thyroid disorders, the vocal effects of birth control medications,
and autoimmune disorders.*Many chapters have been extensively
revised to update previous content and add new information on
material such as choral pedagogy for geriatric singers, World Trade
Center Syndrome, and laryngeal effects of asbestos
exposure.*Chapters on medications for performers have been revised
to delete medications no longer used frequently and to add various
medications and drug classes that were not included previously, as
well as information on alternative and complimentary medicines.*
References have been updated throughout to include discussion of
new studies and a review of the latest literature, while also
retaining the classic literature.*Includes the most recent
practices and techniques, the latest information on surgical and
adjunctive therapy, and important changes in criteria and strategy.
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