Sotto Voce, Readings in Voice Pedagogy

This festschrift, to mark Richard Miller’s 100th birthday, is a fitting tribute to one of the most important voices in early modern vocal pedagogy. Drawing upon his remarkable legacy, this who’s who list of distinguished contributors illuminates the evolving intersections of art, science, and teaching, offering fresh perspectives for today’s singers, teachers, and scholars while ensuring Miller’s impact resonates for generations to come. -- Diana Allan * President of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (2022-24); Chair of Performing Arts and Professor of Voice, Missouri Southern State University, USA *
Richard Miller was a visionary pioneer who helped make voice science not only acceptable but also fundamental in the studio. His influence on the evolution of voice pedagogy was profound. This book is a fitting tribute, and Richard would have been delighted with it. -- Robert T. Sataloff * Professor and Chair, Department of Otolaryngology and Senior Associate Dean for Clinical Academic Specialties, Drexel University College of Medicine, USA *
It is appropriate that Richard Miller is acknowledged by this gathering of today’s most recognized vocal pedagogues for the contributions he made over many decades to the betterment of the profession. This book reminds everyone of his significant contributions and allows those who never had the pleasure of knowing him personally to have a clear sense of who he was as a passionate singing teacher and human being. It is important that new generations are made aware of his life and work and this book does exactly that. -- Jeannette LoVetri * Creator, Somatic Voicework (TM) *
A collection of essays that illuminate and celebrate Richard Miller’s ongoing impact as arguably the most significant voice in singing and voice pedagogy of his generation, highlighting the wide-ranging influence of his career. It is a seminal work on the direction voice pedagogy study has taken. -- Donald Simonson * Emeritus Morrill Professor, Iowa State University, USA; former President, National Association of Teachers of Singing *