The Singer's Guide to German Diction
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.67 (720 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0190238410 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 336 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2018-01-20 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Dr. Valentin Lanzrein is an active performer, ardent voice pedagogue, and native German speaker. He has taught at Mannes College of Music, SUNY Stonybrook, and Juilliard School. Cross currently serves on the faculty of the Yale School of Music.. He currently serves as Associate Professor of Music and Coordinator of the Graduate Voice Program at the Soochow University School of Music in Suzhou, China.For nearly twenty years Richard Cross was the leading bass-baritone of the Fran
"The Singer's Guide to German Diction should be the textbook of every college, conservatory, or university course in German lyric diction After singing in German for many years, this text clarified long-lingering questions I had regarding proper pronunciation." -- W. Stephen Smith, Professor of Voice and Opera, Northwestern University Bienen School of Music"The Singer's Guide to German Diction is the most exhaustive, complete German lyric diction text I have ever known or studied This is a tremendous and important work."-- Margo Garrett, Co
It also places an emphasis on exceptions to the rules, which are crucial in learning the proper pronunciation of any language. A comprehensive companion for teachers, students, and singers alike, The Singer's Guide to German Diction brings German diction to life through its well-structured system of practice and reference materials.. The book's companion website supplements these musical exercises with high-quality audio clips recorded by leading professional singers, providing an invaluable resource for independent study. Written by Valentin Lanzrein and Richard Cross, who each have years of experience on stage, in the voice studio, and in the diction classroom, it provides an all-encompassing and versatile reference for the rules of German diction and their exceptions.Featuring an easily navigable format that uses tables and charts to support a visual understanding of the text, this guide allows the reader to find information on diction rules and quick help with the formation of each sound. The Singer's Guide to German Diction is the essential foundation for a complete course in German diction for singers, vocal coaches, choral conductors, and anyone wishing to