| The Interpretation of French Song Revised Edition Contributor(s): Bernac, Pierre (Author), Radford, Winifred (Translator) |
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ISBN: 1871082633 ISBN-13: 9781871082630 Publisher: Kahn & Averill OUR PRICE: $31.30 Product Type: Paperback Language: French Published: December 2016 Annotation: Detailing the understanding and performance of French song, famous French baritone Pierre Bernac provides insight in this book for singers, accompanists, and concert-goers. Teamed with composer Francis Poulenc for more than 25 years, Bernac and Poulenc became a legend and one of the first duos to be recognized as equals within the music arena. Texts of over 200 songs are given in French with line-for-line translations in English. This comprehensive approach to the French repertoire also includes tips on pronunciation, performance, and interpretation. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Music | Ethnic - Music | Instruction & Study - Voice |
| Dewey: 784.934 |
| Physical Information: 0.77" H x 5.5" W x 7.32" (0.97 lbs) 352 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - French |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: First published in 1970, this work on the art of the French melodie, is suitable for singers, accompanists and concert-goers alike. The book covers 18 composers, including Berlioz, Gounod, Duparc, Chausson, Faure, Debussy, Ravel, Satie and Poulenc. Texts of nearly 200 songs are given in French, and also included are notes on pronunciation, and simple but detailed suggestions for performance and interpretation. |