Exploring Female Broadway Performers' Experiences of Singing in Mix
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Paper/Presentation Title | Exploring Female Broadway Performers' Experiences of Singing in Mix |
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Presentation Type | Presentation |
Authors | McAllen, Regina, Forbes, Melissa and Hughes, Diane |
Year | 2025 |
Place of Publication | United States |
Web Address (URL) of Paper | https://voicefoundation.org/view/2025-abstracts/entry/2850/ |
Web Address (URL) of Conference Proceedings | https://voicefoundation.org/view/2025-abstracts/ |
Conference/Event | 54th the Voice Foundation Annual Symposium |
Event Details | 54th the Voice Foundation Annual Symposium Delivery In person Event Date 28 May 2025 to end of 01 Jun 2025 Event Location Philadelphia, United States Event Venue The Westin Philadelphia Event Web Address (URL) |
Abstract | In contemporary musical theatre, the ability of performers to sing in “mix” is paramount. This skill enables performers to seamlessly transition their singing voice between the chest and head registers, ensuring vocal consistency and preventing noticeable breaks or shifts in tone. Teaching “mix” can be challenging due to a lack of agreed terminology and understanding, compounded by a dearth of research on contemporary musical theatre voice, particularly research that involves professional performers as participants. This study investigated the lived experiences of female Broadway performers’ experiences of singing in a mix. A qualitative survey of 36 singers who self-identify as skilled in mixed voice yielded detailed descriptions and personal accounts. Using reflexive thematic analysis, survey data were systematically analyzed and interpreted to highlight patterns of meaning, foregrounding participants’ perceptions and experiences. Themes were constructed around technical adjustments, affective responses, and external influences. These findings shed light on the multifaceted nature of the “Broadway mix“ within contemporary musical theatre and its crucial role in shaping the expressive capabilities of performers at the highest professional levels. |
Contains Sensitive Content | Does not contain sensitive content |
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 360304. Music performance |
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Byline Affiliations | School of Creative Arts |
Centre for Heritage and Culture | |
Macquarie University |
https://research.usq.edu.au/item/zy4z2/exploring-female-broadway-performers-experiences-of-singing-in-mix
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