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ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY
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437. Ortmann, Otto. "Notes on Recent Music Research.'* Music Teachers Na­tional Association Proceedings for 1934, Oberlin, Ohio, 1935, Vol. 29,
p-94-
Parts III and V give authentic summaries of experimental findings on the attributes of good voice quality and some principles of phy­siologic movement used in practicing.
,3.38. ---------Problems in the Elements of Ear-dictation. Peabody Conservatory
of Music, Baltimore, 1954.
An experimental study in the causes of typical pupil errors in writing music from dictation. Pedagogical corrective procedures derived from these studies are applicable to voice training. 439- Orton, James Louis. Voice Culture Made Easy. Thorsons, London, 1938. A simple but thorough treatment of fundamental principles from the teacher's viewpoint. The importance of the false vocal cords is vaguely introduced. Otherwise informative and useful.
440.  Otero, Emma. "Practical Steps toward Better Singing." (An interview.)
Etude, Philadelphia, 1942, Vol. 60, p. 151.
The distinguished Cuban soprano discusses breath support, relaxa­tion and methods of practicing.
441.  Owsley, Stella. Helpful Hints to Singers. Dealey and Lowe, Dallas, 1937.
Sensation and ear are the two bases of self-criticism in this theoretical discussion for beginners. A few vocal exercises are included.
44s. Parrish, John. "Voice Training in the Junior College." Junior College Journal, Washington, D. C, November, 1933, Vol. 4, p. 87.
Initial voice teaching problems are discussed. They are generally applicable in school or studio.
443.  Passe, E. R. Garnett. The Singing Voice. Pitman and Sons, Limited, Lon-
don, 1933.
The physiology of voice is briefly discussed. Pedagogical problems are not considered.
444.  Patterson, Dr. Annie. "Enunciation in Singing." Etude? Philadelphia, 1930,
Vol. 48, p. 53.
Enunciation is too often left to chance in the singer's voice training program. Consonant study should not be subordinated to vowel study since verbal combinations include both types of sounds.
445.  Patton, John A. and Rauch, Mabel T. "Returning to Vocal Fundamentals.*,
Etude, Philadelphia, 2942, Vol. 60, p. 154.
A generalized consideration of bel canto methods.
446.  Philip, Frank. Philosophy of Vocal Culture. Scribner's, New York, 1930.
A beginner's book. Every detail of voice training is considered and appropriate exercises given. But advice on breathing is misleading and many techniques of placement are obscure. The use of a pitch graph for song selection is unique.
447.  Pierce, Anne Elsie. Class Lessons in Singing. Silver Burdett, New York,
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A repertoire of thirty-two good songs with brief instructional text and vocalises relating to the technical requirements of each song. Sug­gestions by Estelle liebHng are included.