Singing in French-French is a language beset with problems especially for non-native speakers. Where should there be a liaison between one word and the next? What mouth shape is needed to produce a tricky vowel sound? What about nasal vowels - or all those silent consonants? This book contains all the tricks of the trade: the singer need never fear singing in French again.The Boosey Voice Coach is an entirely new concept in vocal training. Not a self-teaching manual and not filled with off-putting diagrams this series is a wholly practical guide to singing - learning about technique and interpretation through the repertoire itself.Each volume is devoted to singing in one particularlanguage. In each volume of the series works from the vocal canon have been selected specifically by Mary King for their technical and musical challenges. Each piece is discussed at length starting with the words ('Text' - including a literal translation as appropriate) moving to general advice about how the song might be approached ('Notes') and then addressing the technical difficulties the music presents ('Skills'). Expressed in clear language Mary King's approach is direct practical and not limited to one particular teaching method. Any student will find that these books enrich and complement their vocal studies.

Singing in English-The Boosey Voice Coach is an entirely new concept in vocal training. Not a self-teaching manual and not filled with off-putting diagrams this series is a wholly practical guide to singing - learning about technique and interpretation through the repertoire itself. Each volume is devoted to singing in one particular language. In each volume of the series works from the vocal canon have been selected specifically by Mary King for their technical and musical challenges. Each piece is discussed at length starting with the words ('Text' - including a literal translation as appropriate) moving to general advice about how the song might be approached ('Notes') and thenaddressing the technical difficulties the music presents ('Skills'). Expressed in clear language Mary King's approach is direct practical and not limited to one particular teaching method. Any student will find that these books enrich and complement their vocal studies.Singing in English: Even for native speakers the English language presents singers with particular difficulties. How do you manage diphthongs for example? How do you make consonants clear without spoiling the vocal line? How do you make sense of the story-telling in a strophic folksong? These issues and more are covered in this book which contains songs with texts in the English language from Britain and elsewhere.

This useful inventive collection of sacred solos is a valuable resource for classical singers looking for church service material or the songs are also appropriate for a traditional recital.The collection includes art-song type settings of traditional songs plus more conventional classical material. Contents: Ah Holy Jesus ? Amazing Grace ? Ave Maria ? Balm in Gilead ? Brother James' Air ? The Call ? Deep River ? How Can I Keep from Singing ? Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring ? Just a Closer Walk with Thee ? Sheep May Safely Graze ? Wayfaring Stranger ? Wondrous Love ? We Are Climbing Jacob'sLadder

Description A collection of eight of the finest pieces of classical Christmas music for high voice and piano. Accompanying CD features complete performances with and without vocals. Songlist Ermuntre Dich, Mein Schwacher Geist O Jesulein Suss (Bach) I Stand Here At The Cradleside (Karg-elert) In The Bleak Midwinter [Holst, Gustav] Jesus Of Nazareth [Gounod, Charles] O Holy Night (Cantique de Noel) [Adam, Adolphe] Schlafendes Jesuskind [Wolf, Hugo] Silent Night [Gruber, Franz] Silent Night [Gruber, Franz] [Mohr, Josef] The Birthday Of A King (Neidlinger) The Virgin's Slumber-song [Reger, Max]

High voice book downloadable backing tracks. Par . for high voice and piano This beautiful collection of 14 songs for high voice offers secular pieces by some of Oxford's best-loved composers. Suitable for solo singers and unison choirs alike, each song is presented with piano accompaniment, and high-quality, downloadable backing tracks are included on a companion website. With a wonderful selection of pieces, including favourites such as Bob Chilcott's 'The Lily and the Rose' and John Rutter's 'A flower remembered', this is the perfect collection for use in recitals or for enjoying at home. Also available in a volume for low voice and piano. / Date parution : 2021-11-03/ Recueil / Voix Haute et Piano

This volume contains eight Christmas songs for High Voice and Piano. Songs include: The Christmas Tree 'How gaily decked…'  The Kings 'Three kings have come…  The Shepherds 'Shephards watch in the field'   Simeon 'The infant after eight days' and more.  

The Vocal Library Low Voice-The Vocal Library. Creative stylish art music settings of traditional and familiar hymn tunes by composer Richard Walters appropriate for concert or church. 9 titles are for solo voice 2 are for duets. Solos include: Ah Holy Jesus · Be Thou My Vision · Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing · How Firm a Foundation · Let Us Break Bread Together · Now Thank We All Our God · O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing · Praise to the Lord the Almighty · This is My Father's World. Duets: All Creatures of our God and King · Wondrous Love.

At the turn of the 20th century Vienna was the centre of a surge in artistic creativity that enveloped all the arts and continued for two decades. A celebration of Song showcases songs written by composers of this period well- and lesser-known and explores the diverse musical styles of these Viennese musical elite as well as offering short biographical information on each individual. Thus this album will appeal to any high voice singer wishing to become better acquainted with this vibrant period and will hopefully serve as an introduction to more in-depth study of the featured composers whose vast works can only be touched on here. For English speakingsingers separate literal translations of the songs are provided for the purpose of aiding interpretation.

This volume brings together a collection of Donizetti's songs, some of which were published in several editions during his lifetime and in the years just following, while others have never been in print. Professor Paton has once again produced a collection that will be a valuable tool both for students of singing, and for professionals looking for fresh recital material.

Volume I - Songs 1911-1919-The Peter Warlock Critical Edition series represents a treasure trove of English song.This the first volume focuses upon songs for the High Voice from the period 1911-1919. The songs of Peter Warlock are inspiring and intriguing pieces that rank him with the greatest English composers of all time. This is truly a superb collection of some of the best of his work painstakingly and meticulously edited by Michael Pilkington. This revised Critical Edition is an accurate faithful and exhaustive volume that maintains Warlock’s original keys and intentions. With thirteen songs each featuring an in-depth commentary this is a tremendousacquisition for any enthusiasts of English song.

Volume Iii - Songs 1921-1922-The Peter Warlock Critical Edition series represents a treasure trove of English song.This the third volume focuses upon songs for the High Voice from the period 1921-1922. The songs of Peter Warlock are inspiring and intriguing pieces that rank him with the greatest English composers of all time. This is truly a superb collection of some of the best of his work painstakingly and meticulously edited by Michael Pilkington. This revised Critical Edition is an accurate faithful and exhaustive volume that maintains Warlock’s original keys and intentions. With fifteen songs each featuring an in-depth commentary this is a tremendousacquisition for any enthusiasts of English song.