Don’t Sweat the Technique

Name: Don’t Sweat the Technique
Brand: Bloomsbury Publishing PTY Ltd
SKU: 9781538167175
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A Performer’s Guide to Hip-Hop and Rap

By Melissa L. Foster

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Don't Sweat the Technique is a practical guide for aspiring rappers and musical artists seeking to improve their craft. The book offers clear explanations and numerous exercises to build essential skills such as breath control, diction, rhythm, flow, storytelling, delivery, and mic techniques. It also provides insights into hip-hop history, culture, and subgenres, helping readers to find their authentic voice in rap. Featuring exclusive advice from experienced MCs, this book empowers readers to overcome common challenges and express themselves confidently through their music.
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Ideal for aspiring rappers, musical artists, singers, educators, and hobbyists interested in hip-hop culture and technique. Suitable for those wanting to deepen their understanding of the genre while improving performance skills and personal expression.

Don't Sweat the Technique equips aspiring performers with the tools and knowledge needed to become a better rapper. Written in easy-to-understand language, this book helps build techniques and unlocks solutions to common stumbling blocks. It includes exclusive advice from doze...

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Don't Sweat the Technique equips aspiring performers, musical artists, singers, and hobbyists with the tools and knowledge needed to become a better rapper. Written in simple language and filled with many exercises, this book helps build techniques and unlocks solutions to common stumbling blocks that make people afraid to rap.

It includes exclusive advice from dozens of MCs who share their approaches and give further insight into mastering the craft.

Part one provides an introduction to hip-hop history—the birth of the genre, how it reflects African American experience and culture, major influencers in the industry, different subgenres and styles, and checkpoints towards finding your authentic self in rap.

Part two offers a tapestry of exercises, methods of practice, and practical tips that help with breath support, posture, diction, rhythm and flow, storytelling and delivery techniques, mic techniques, vocal health, and much more.

After reading this book, you’ll not only improve your rapping, but you’ll also have something to say that will make people want to listen.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Reviewers praise Melissa L. Foster for creating an inclusive and insightful exploration of hip-hop, blending historical context with practical techniques. The book is described as an invaluable resource for students, teachers, and performers, offering accessible drills grounded in vocal function. It is noted for recognising the deep cultural impact of hip-hop and for inspiring a respectful, authentic engagement with the genre.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781538167175

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 November 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield

Illustration: 7 b/w illustrations; 25 tables

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 149.0mm

Height: 223.0mm

Weight: 485g

Pages: 380

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About the Author

Melissa L. Foster is a Charles Deering McCormick Distinguished Professor of Instruction in the Department of Theatre at Northwestern University and is on the faculty of The CCM Summer Vocal Pedagogy Institute at Shenandoah University. She is an educator, voice coach, theatre artist, researcher, and speaker. As a voice teacher, she specializes in musical theatre, pop-rock styling, the history and performance of hip hop, and opera/musical theatre crossover. Visit her website: melissafostervoice.com.