Review: So you want to be a professional singer? You have seasoned your singing britches and are feeling confident enough to realize this incredible dream you have chased since childhood. This is the survival manual to take with you to the land of limelight. Gloria Rusch is a singer, actress, published lyricist and vocal coach who has been a mentor to many award-winning and successful artists. Co-Founder of the School of the Natural Voice, Gloria is one of the most sought-after vocal coaches in the music industry. Though topics of performance, ear training and vocal pedagogy are touched upon, please keep in mind that this manual is NOT a handbook to teach you the techniques of singing. This guidebook focuses on issues that will rise post training such as; microphone technique for both studio and stage, sound equipment, recording studio etiquette, working with record companies, understanding contracts, finding management, health and treatment, stage fright and many other tips necessary for success in the music business. Do not leave the practice room without The Professional Singer's Handbook!

Chapters: Getting Started!, How To Select A Vocal Coach, The Basics of Singing, The Basics of Singing Continued, Singing For An Audience: Performance Basics, Staying Healthy and Sane, Working With Sound Equipment, Studio Singing, The Finishing Touches, The Business Side of the Business, The Business Side of the Business Continued, Interviews, Now I'm a Star! Where Do I Go From Here?