The National Association of Teachers of Singing announces the appointment of five new members to the NATS Books editorial board, which guides the association’s copublishing partnership with Bloomsbury.

“The NATS Books editorial board helps keep the NATS-Bloomsbury copublishing program focused and relevant to the needs of singers, singing teachers, and industry professionals,” said NATS Executive Director Allen Henderson. “This group’s depth of experience and thoughtful guidance helps ensure we are producing high-quality publications that reflect the values NATS strives to uphold.”

Since the copublishing agreement began in 2022, the partnership has produced nine books. It pairs the expertise and authority of NATS with Bloomsbury’s commercial resources as well as a global marketing and distribution network.

Led by Chair Brenda Smith, the editorial board is composed of experienced scholars and researchers representing a wide range of disciplines. These members support the development of forthcoming titles by soliciting and generating ideas for new works, evaluating proposals, and working with prospective authors to help shape their idea into a proposal that can be successfully published.

NATS Books Editorial Board

*Indicates newest members

• Brenda Smith, Chair
• Diana Allan
• Kenneth Bozeman*
• Karen Brunssen*
• Philip Doucette*
• Amanda Flynn
• Randye Jones
• John Nix
• Tish Oney
• Kari Ragan
• Beverly Stein*
• Matthew Hoch, ex officio (Journal of Singing Editor in Chief)
• Alexis Davis-Hazell, ex officio (NATS President)*
• Allen Henderson, ex officio (NATS Executive Director)
• Michael Tan, (Bloomsbury Acquisitions Editor)

Those interested in submitting a proposal can find guidelines on the book proposal page.

Prospective authors are encouraged to contact Brenda Smith and Michael Tan for additional information.

Published titles

• Student-Centered Voice Pedagogy: Working with Students toward Developing Artistry, Authenticity, and Autonomy edited by Jeanne Goffi-Fynn and Matthew Hoch (2025)
• Everyday Voice Care: The Wellness Guide for Singers, Actors, and Talkers, Second Edition by Joanna Cazden (2025)
• Practical Vocal Acoustics: Pedagogic Applications for Teachers and Singers by Kenneth W. Bozeman (2025)
• Voices of Influence: Exploring the Journey of a Teacher and Student in the Voice Studio by Brian Manternach (2025)
• Unlocking Meaning in Art Song: The Singer’s Guide to Practical Analysis Using Schubert Songs by Beverly Stein (2024)
• The Singing Book, 4th Edition by Cynthia Vaughn and Meribeth Dayme, edited by Matthew Hoch (2024)
• Trauma and the Voice: A Guide for Singers, Teachers, and Other Practitioners by Jaworski Koriath (2023)
• Functional Unity of the Singing Voice, Second Edition Expanded by Barbara Doscher, with a new introduction by John Nix (2023)
• Practical Vocal Acoustics: Pedagogic Applications for Teachers and Singers by Kenneth Bozeman (2022)

Forthcoming titles

• The Art of Vocology: Practicing Science-Informed Voice Pedagogy by Lynn Helding (2026)

Book Discount

Looking to enhance your library or find a thoughtful gift? Browse the full listings on Bloomsbury.com. For 30% off individual books, use discount code NATSBOOKS30 at Bloomsbury.