A Handbook of Diction for Singers

A Handbook of Diction for Singers
Author: David Adams
Publsiher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 345
Release: 2022-08-30
Genre: French language
ISBN: 9780197639504

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Now in its third edition, A Handbook of Diction for Singers is a complete guide to achieving professional levels of diction in Italian, German, and French. Combining traditional approaches in the teaching of diction with new material not readily available elsewhere, author David Adams presents the sounds of each language in logical order, along with essential information on matters such as diacritical marks, syllabification, word stress, and effective use of the variety of foreign-language dictionaries. A Handbook of Diction for Singers places particular emphasis on the characteristics of vowel length, the sequencing of sounds between words, as well as the differences between spoken and sung sounds in all three languages, all while taking care to clarify concepts typically difficult for English-speaking singers. This revised third edition offers significantly expanded coverage of each language as well as a new chapter that introduces readers to the specific sounds unique to those languages. The result is a concise yet thorough treatment of the three major languages of the classical vocal repertory, and an invaluable reference for vocalists and voice teachers.

A Handbook of Diction for Singers

A Handbook of Diction for Singers
Author: David Adams
Publsiher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 248
Release: 2008-01-28
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780198043669

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Now in its second edition, A Handbook of Diction for Singers is a complete guide to achieving professional levels of diction in Italian, German, and French, the three major languages of the classical vocal repertory. Written for English-speaking singers and offering thorough, consistent explanations, it is an ideal tool for students and an invaluable reference for voice teachers, vocal coaches, and conductors. The book combines traditional approaches proven successful in the teaching of diction with important new material not readily available elsewhere, presenting the sounds of each language in logical order, along with essential information on matters such as diacritical marks, syllabification, word stress, and effective use of the variety of foreign-language dictionaries. Presented in an attractively concise format, the book goes into greater detail than comparable texts, providing specific information to clarify concepts typically difficult for English-speaking singers. Particular emphasis is placed on the characteristics of vowel length, the sequencing of sounds between words, as well as the differences between spoken and sung sounds in all three languages. Featuring significantly expanded coverage of each of the three languages and illustrated with numerous examples, this second edition of A Handbook of Diction for Singers is an exceptional text for courses in diction and a valuable reference source for all vocalists.

Diction for Singers

Diction for Singers
Author: Joan Wall
Publsiher: Ingram
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2009
Genre: Singing
ISBN: 1934477702

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A concise reference and text for undergraduate classes in diction

English and German Diction for Singers

English and German Diction for Singers
Author: Amanda Johnston
Publsiher: Scarecrow Press
Total Pages: 311
Release: 2011-02-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781461658405

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Often underestimated, lyric diction is a portal to powerful performance. It is through lyric diction that singers are able to communicate the wishes and desires of the poet, as well as the composer. Amanda Johnston takes a modernized approach in English and German Diction for Singers, making German increasingly accessible through the recognition that English and German are related languages, and thus have many things in common with regard to lyric diction. This comprehensive resource includes a thorough analysis of the German and English languages, as well as lists, tables, charts, musical examples, and even tongue twisters. Designed for both undergraduate and graduate courses in German and English lyric diction, this book is an invaluable resource for classical singers, vocal coaches, and voice teachers alike.

Diction for Singers

Diction for Singers
Author: Joan Wall
Publsiher: Pst Records
Total Pages: 296
Release: 1990
Genre: Singing
ISBN: UOM:39015023737599

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German for Singers

German for Singers
Author: William Odom,William McBride Odom
Publsiher: MacMillan Publishing Company
Total Pages: 198
Release: 1981
Genre: German language
ISBN: UOM:39015009770556

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Singing and Communicating in English

Singing and Communicating in English
Author: Kathryn LaBouff
Publsiher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 345
Release: 2007-12-21
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780195311389

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In Singing and Communicating in English, internationally renowned diction coach Kathryn LaBouff provides singers with an accessible guide to the principles of English diction they need to communicate the text successfully. In addition to standard American and British English, a variety of regional dialects and accents are covered in depth. A companion website features a full range of vowel/consonant drills, poems read aloud by the author and veteran theater and voiceover actor John Keating, as well as an instructor's answer key, and publishers' lists to help the singer locate a vast array of English language works for performance.

Singers Italian

Singers  Italian
Author: Evelina Colorni
Publsiher: Cengage Learning
Total Pages: 184
Release: 1996
Genre: Italian language
ISBN: UOM:39015064225124

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Preface. Introduction. PART I: THE ITALIAN VOWELS. PART II: THE ITALIAN VOWELS IN LYRIC DICTION. PART III: THE CONSONANTS. PART IV: THE SEMICONSONANTS. PART V: DIPHTHONGS AND TRIPHTHONGS. PART VI: SYLLABIFICATION. PART VII: WORDS IN CONTEXT. Appendices: I. Unstressed e and o. II. Intervocalic s. III. The Semiconsonant{j} IV. Dictionaries. Bibliography. Index.