Queering Vocal Pedagogy - A Handbook for Teaching Trans Genderqueer Singers Fostering Gender

This bookpresents a new vision of gender-affirming vocal music education by exploring the experiences and training of trans and genderqueer singers. It presents practical and theoretical knowledge for teachers, choral directors, and educators, addressing topics such as teaching strategies, inclusive language, impacts of gender identity, and more.

List of contents

List of Figures and Tables
Preface. Locating Myself
Chapter 1. Understanding Gender in Teaching and Learning
Chapter 2. Shifting Perspective: Theoretical Framework & Methodology
Chapter 3. Trans Feminine Singers
Chapter 4. Trans Masculine Singers
Chapter 5. Trans-Nonbinary SingersChapter 6. Pedagogical Considerations for Gender-Affirming Vocal Music EducationChapter 7. Queering as a Teacher's Habit of Mind
Appendix 1. Glossary of LGBTQ+ Terms
Appendix 2. Short List of Songs Written for TGQ Singers or by TGQ Composers
Appendix 3. Musicals & Opera Featuring Gender Expansive Characters
Appendix 4. Gender-Neutral Performance Attire Guidelines
Appendix 5. Sample Affirmation Policy Statement for Studio Teachers and Choral Directors
Appendix 6. Additional Resources
Selected Bibliography
About the Author

About the author

By William Sauerland

Product details

• Authors: William Sauerland
• Publisher: Rowman and Littlefield
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 15.04.2022
• EAN: 9781538166666
• ISBN: 978-1-5381-6666-6
• No. of pages: 306
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Music > Music theory; Music, MUSIC / Instruction & Study / Voice, MUSIC / Instruction & Study / Appreciation, Gay & Lesbian studies, SOCIAL SCIENCE / LGBTQ+ Studies / General, Techniques Of Music / Music Tutorials, Gay & Lesbian studies / LGBTQ studies, Gender studies: transgender, transsexual, intersex people, Gender studies: transgender & intersex, Singing: techniques