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Bel Canto: A History Of Vocal Pedagogy
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In This Well Documented And Highly Readable Book, James Stark Provides A History Of Vocal Pedagogy From The Beginning Of The Bel Canto Tradition Of Solo Singing In The Late Sixteenth And Early Seventeenth Centuries To The Present. Using A Nineteenthcentury Treatise By Manuel Garcia As His Point Of Reference, Stark Analyses The Many Sources That Discuss Singing Techniques And Selects A Number Of Primary Vocal 'Problems' For Detailed Investigation. He Also Presents Data From A Series Of Laboratory Experiments Carried Out To Demonstrate The Techniques Of Bel Canto.The Discussion Deals Extensively With Such Topics As The Emergence Of Virtuoso Singing, The Castrato Phenomenon, National Differences In Singing Styles, Controversies Regarding The Perennial Decline In The Art Of Singing, And The Socalled Secrets Of Bel Canto.Stark Offers A New Definition Of Bel Canto Which Reconciles Historical And Scientific Descriptions Of Good Singing. His Is A Refreshing And Profound Discussion Of Issues Important To All Singers And Voice Teachers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Bel Canto: A History of Vocal Pedagogy' about? A: This book provides a comprehensive history of vocal pedagogy from the bel canto tradition of the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries to modern times, analyzing singing techniques and vocal problems.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is James Stark, a notable figure in the field of vocal pedagogy.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book discusses the emergence of virtuoso singing, the castrato phenomenon, national singing styles, controversies in singing art, and the secrets of bel canto.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 352 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Bel Canto: A History of Vocal Pedagogy' published? A: It was published on March 28, 2003.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in vocal training? A: Yes, the book is well-documented and highly readable, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced singers.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the 2nd edition of the book.
- Q: Does the book include scientific analysis of singing techniques? A: Yes, it includes data from laboratory experiments to demonstrate bel canto techniques.
- Q: What makes this book unique in its field? A: Stark offers a new definition of bel canto that reconciles historical and scientific perspectives on singing.