Peggy Weston, author and indie publisher ~
"I have questioned with a deeper curiosity why singing initiates such strong feelings."
"Vocal healing is still a mystery. How does it work?"
Peggy Weston packs a lot in this treasure, exploring the origin of song, the evolution of language to lyrics; how and why sound - thus singing, affects us so deeply on different levels. The diversity of music genres is celebrated, and why their music messengers are to be appreciated. She shares history, science, poetry, and joy in this legacy for all.
REVIEWS
“Soulful, insightful and a beautiful, helpful little gem of a book…..congratulations…
I love the mystery of art…..Herb Alpert." July 28, 2022.
Herb Alpert, "Creator and innovator, musician and producer, artist, philanthropist. American trumpeter who led Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass in the 1960s. During the same decade, he co-founded A&M Records." He continues to create and play trumpet beautifully. https://www.herbalpert.com
"It focuses on many little known secrets about the healing and joyful effects of music on both the musician and listener and should be in the hands of every serious student of song."
Jan Mumma, journalist and former editor of Voice of America. July 2020.
"Wonderful book! It would be a valuable book for incoming university voice students."
Emeritus Professor Richard Lundquist, SUNY Fredonia; jazz musician. July 2020.
"Awesome Book!!"
James 'Saxsmo' Gates, Director of Jazz, VA State University. July 2020.
