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Jeannie Deva, The Deva Method***The Contemporary Vocalist Improvement Course – Book & 4 CD Edition + 2 CD BONUS***This easy and inexpensive course contains techniques designed specifically for the kinds of sounds and demands that are particular to singing Popular Music from Rock to Rap, Folk to R&B, Broadway to Blues. The Contemporary Vocalist by Jeannie Deva is a fully illustrated 174-page book and four vocal exercise CDs plus a 2 cd Advanced Course cd’s. Contained in The Contemporary Vocalist Volume 1: 1A) Breath and SupportJeannie Deva coaches you through the steps of four vital exercises that reveal to you the secrets of breath support and the success of this method. 1B) Developing ControlThe second half of the first CD, you apply your new found method of breath support to vocal exercises. You will discover that this method gives you greater control and ease of singing. 2) Range and ControlFree your range as you relax and energize the natural and automatic functions of your voice. This CD limbers your vocal muscles giving you smoothness, flexibility and expansion of your useable range. For best results, alternate with the first tape of The Contemporary Vocalist Vol. 2, Tape 1- “Eliminating the Break”. 3) Tone and PowerThis third CD focuses on volume, relaxed power, enhanced resonance and sustain. The exercises are arranged to warm-up your voice first and cool you down at end, while being fun, creative and freeing. Tapes 2 and 3 of The Contemporary Vocalist Vol. 2 support and complete this achievement. 4) Working with WordsThe final tape of this series consolidates your vocal advancement with correct use of vowels, consonants and words in general while singing. An understanding of how words affect your voice will give you freedom from the pit falls of over stressing consonants. The CDs and book are interactive and never leave you wondering what to do next. Some of the book chapters include, “Natural Breathing, Freeing Your Natural Voice, Falsetto: Myth-Fear-Fact, How to Sing Hard and Avoid Vocal Blow -Out, Working on a Song” and much more. Regardless of your current level of vocal ability, Jeannie Deva expertly guides you step-by-step through a process of vocal enhancement and discovery. She empowers you with the knowledge and tools that help you sing with confidence and control. Even if you are an experienced singer, it is recommended that you work with The Contemporary Vocalist Vol.1 before using The Contemporary Vocalist Vol. 2. This is because the method by which the exercises are done is more important than what notes or scales are sung. The method you use to practice the exercises in Vol. 2 is taught in Vol. 1 and you will get better results that way. BONUS CD’s1. Eliminating the BreakAchieve a multi-octave, full sounding voice with no strain or break between registers. The exercises focus on developing the natural inner muscle movements necessary to eliminate register break. 2. Precision and FlexibilityThis CD stretches your range with exercises that work the speed, precision and muscle flexibility of your voice. The result is professional command over your voice without having to think about technique. ***Editorial Reviews***Magic Dick, The J. Geils Band, 1994Combining over thirty years of performance and teaching experience with extensive research in vocal mechanics, Jeannie has produced an innovative approach for teaching the non-classical use of the voice, which covers all forms of popular-music. She explains with great clarity why we must avoid physical tension in the throat and how to achieve this relaxation with out compromising our choice of style. No matter what your level of singing, Jeannie has the answers for you, clearly explaining what is required and how to achieve your best on a gig or in the recording studio. –This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Steve Davdison, Northeast Performer Mag. May, 1994If you are like me, you may wish Jeannie was a brilliant surgeon that could miraculously implant a golden throat. Since that is not possible, you might want to pick up this course and follow the instructions carefully, and practice, practice, practice. The Deva Method is the closest thing to getting cosmetic surgery for your voice. –This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Dave Frangioni, MIDI Specialist for Aerosmith, Winger, Elton John, April, 1996Jeannie Deva is a total asset to anyone serious about their vocals. They should get involved with her right away- the sooner the better. –This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Dede Nibler, Sweet Adelines International Instructor, June, 1997A “non-classical approach” for singers which uses rib cage expansion as the method for breath support, control and vocal freedom. Audio tapes have vocalises which range from simple to very challenging. This is worth buying- audio tapes are an eye opener for me! –This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. MJ Topolewski, Editor’s Choice, April, 1999Anyone can benefit from the skills and techniques acquired by using the Deva Method without compromising their style. I personally am thrilled with my vocal growth and advancement since starting this course. –This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Charisse Arrington, MCA Recording Artist, May 1995The best vocal coach in the entire world. You are and will continue to be an inspiration to me. –This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. 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