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The Ear and the Voice
Alfred A. Tomatis
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Description for The Ear and the Voice
Paperback. This book reveals the benefits of Dr. Alfred A. Tomatiss revolutionary listening training techniques. Tomatiss training is directed primarily at singers and artists, though it has been seen to have profoundly theraputic effects on those who suffer from hearing loss and psychological problems. Translator(s): Keeping, Francis; Sollier, Pierre; Prada, Roberta. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: AVS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 152 x 13. Weight in Grams: 236.
Tomatis was one of the earliest pioneers in the field now known as psychoacoustics, and his book L'Oreille et la Voix is considered a classic by many in that field. Although Tomatis initially applied his theories to vocal performance, it soon became clear that the principles he uncovered could also have a profoundly beneficial influence on actors, painters, writers, and those suffering from physical and psychological disabilities. This translation makes Tomatis's discoveries accessible for a broad audience, and is divided into three parts that can be read separately or together. Part I introduces Tomatis's general concepts as they ... Read more
Tomatis was one of the earliest pioneers in the field now known as psychoacoustics, and his book L'Oreille et la Voix is considered a classic by many in that field. Although Tomatis initially applied his theories to vocal performance, it soon became clear that the principles he uncovered could also have a profoundly beneficial influence on actors, painters, writers, and those suffering from physical and psychological disabilities. This translation makes Tomatis's discoveries accessible for a broad audience, and is divided into three parts that can be read separately or together. Part I introduces Tomatis's general concepts as they ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Condition
New
Number of Pages
158
Place of Publication
Lanham, MD, United States
ISBN
9780810851375
SKU
V9780810851375
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About Alfred A. Tomatis
Alfred A. Tomatis (1920-2001) practiced as an ear, nose, and throat doctor in Paris, and specialized in the treatment of singers. Contralto Roberta Prada is president of Vox Mentor, LLC and is an active concert and recital performer. Baritone Francis Keeping is a performing and graphic artist, who teaches voice in New York. Pierre Sollier trained with ... Read more
Reviews for The Ear and the Voice
The concept of the listening posture in Chapter 12 is a remarkable one involving both the posture of the whole body and the posture of the ear itself. I was astounded to read the step-by-step instructions on how to attain the listening posture in the ear by positioning the head and moving various facial muscles. I was even more surprised ... Read more