Singing and Teaching Singing: A Holistic Approach to Classical Voice, Third Edition, authored by Janice L. Chapman, continues as a cherished resource for singers and their educators, speech-language pathologists, laryngologists, and instructors in voice, singing, and performing arts courses. Published on November 1, 2016, by Plural Pub Inc., the book features 371 pages and now includes videos to enhance its instructional value. Chapman’s teaching technique focuses specifically on classical and opera singing, drawing from her experiences with some of the world’s leading opera companies.

Interspersed throughout the text are personal anecdotes and vignettes that enrich the reader’s experience, guided by Chapman’s conversational and dynamic style. The philosophy presented combines three main aspects: Holistic, Physiological, and Incremental. The Holistic segment underscores the integral involvement of the entire person in singing, encompassing body, mind, spirit, emotion, and voice; the Physiological segment highlights anatomy, muscular function, and the effects of muscular interactions to provide a clear understanding of the functional workings of the torso, larynx, and vocal tract. The Incremental section details how singing can be broken down into manageable components with a natural hierarchy that eventually interlock.

This teaching model offers a structured framework for mastering each element step-by-step, ensuring complete and integrated mastery of technique. It is applicable to rehabilitation work with dysfunctional singers, developing singers, and the ongoing development and maintenance of professional singers. The text includes case studies, exercises, and contributions from renowned voice professionals, further enriching its content.