English and German Diction for Singers

English and German Diction for Singers
Author: Amanda Johnston
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
Total Pages: 311
Release: 2011-02-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1461658403

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.

German Lyric Diction Workbook

German Lyric Diction Workbook
Author: Cheri Montgomery
Publisher:
Total Pages: 268
Release: 2004-07-01
Genre: German language
ISBN: 9780975464243

This is the instructor's manual for the German Lyric Diction Workbook. It introduces frequently occurring words from German art song literature in a graded and cumulative order. Units contain enunciation exercises, rules for transcription, classroom application and individually assigned word lists. The course begins with an introduction to the sounds of the German language through the use of IPA in preparation for culminating exercises which aid in developing skills necessary for enunciating lyrics from German art song literature. The instructor's manual includes transcriptions for all exercises.

The Singer's Guide to German Diction

The Singer's Guide to German Diction
Author: Valentin Lanzrein
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 313
Release: 2018-06-26
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0190238445

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 learn the proper pronunciation of High German. 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. It also places an emphasis on exceptions to the rules, which are crucial in learning the proper pronunciation of any language. Exceptions are not only provided with the diction rules, but are also gathered in a specific section for ease of reference. A glossary of difficult words, names, and exceptions is provided in the appendix, along with a section on Latin pronounced in the German manner. Extensive pronunciation exercises, as well as IPA transcription worksheets and short examples from the vocal literature, are used for practical application of the diction rules, and feature musical exercises drawn from art song, opera, and oratorio. 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. 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.

Singing and Communicating in English

Singing and Communicating in English
Author: Kathryn LaBouff
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 345
Release: 2007-12-21
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0195311388

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.

Exploring Art Song Lyrics

Exploring Art Song Lyrics
Author: Jonathan Retzlaff
Publisher: OUP USA
Total Pages: 577
Release: 2012-05-11
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 019977532X

Drawing generously from four centuries of Italian, German and French art song, Exploring Art Song Lyrics embraces the finest of the literature and presents the repertoire with unprecedented clarity and detail. Each of the over 750 selections comprises the original poem, a concise English translation, and an IPA transcription which is uniquely designed to match the musical setting. Enunciation and transcription charts are included for each language on a single, easy to read page. A thorough discussion of the method of transcription is provided in the appendix. With its wide-ranging scope of repertoire, and invaluable tools for interpretation and performance, Exploring Art Song Lyrics is an essential resource for the professional singer, voice teacher, and student.