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ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY
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tinning a singing career. The discussion is general. Methods o£ voice training are not considered.
§00. --------- "'The Singer's Equipment/' (An interview.) Etude, Philadelphia,
1937, Vol. 55, p. 788.
Having a good natural vocal organ is only a small part of a singer's equipment. There are other essential mental, physical and musical qualifications that determine a successful career.
601.  Tapper, Thomas. "High Spots in Learning to Sing." Etude, Philadelphia,
1942, Vol. 60, p. 593. The value of interpretation in learning a song is discussed.
602.  Taylor, Bernard U. Group Voice. G. Schirmer, New York, 1936.
Vocal teaching materials are applied to class work. Elementary drills are added that can be used for individuals or groups.
603.  Ten Haff, P. A- " 'Mixing* Registers." Etude, Philadelphia, 1931, Vol. 49,
p. 885. The author theorizes on overcoming register "breaks."
604.--------- "Vocal Resonance, Its Sources and Effects." Etude, Philadelphia,
1931, Vol. 49, p. 582. The violin analogy is used to describe vocal resonance.
605.  Thibault, Conrad. "The Scientific Approach to Singing." (An interview.)
Etude, Philadelphia, 1942, Vol. 60, p. 244. The singer is advised to forget self entirely.
606.  Thomas, Clare John. "Automatic Breath Action." Etude, Philadelphia,
1934, Vol. 52, p. 314. Relaxation is considered most important in vocal control.
607. --------- "Equalizing the Vowels." Etude, Philadelphia, 1933, Vol. 51, p. 122.
An attempt to classify vowel formations by the sensations involved
in their production. Five vocalises are given.
608. --------- "Legato of Song/' Etude, Philadelphia, 1930, Vol. 48, p. 736.
There can be no legato unless beauty of tone is given strict atten­tion. Breath repose and a sense of good cheer are contributing fac­tors. Five vocalises are given.
§09.--------- "Studies in Vocal Release.** Etude, Philadelphia, 1935, Vol. 53, p.
366.
The author believes that good singing is an automatic response of the voice to the inspired thoughts of the singer. Complete vocal free­dom and flexibility are necessary. Eight exercises are given.
610.  Thompson, Oscar. (Editor) Article on "Singing'* in The International
Cyclopedia of Music and Musicians. Dodd, Mead and Company, New York, 1939.
A brief synopsis of vocal history and theory.
611.  Thorborg, Kerstin. "The Building and Use of a Vocal Instrument," (An
terview.) Etude, Philadelphia, 1939, Vol. 57, p. 295. Advice to beginners by a prima donna.
612. --------- "How to Improve Vocal Practise." (An interview.) Etude, Phil­adelphia, 1942, Vol. 60, p. 82.
Methods of warming up and improving tone quality are discussed. All practicing should begin with work on tone.