Exploring English lyrics : selection and pronunciation of English art song repertoire /

Submitted by Joseph Hafner on 14 February, 2025 - 10:12

Publication Type:

Book

Authors:

Montgomery, Cheri,; Henderson, Allen,

Source:

Rowman & Littlefield,, Lanham, United States, p.xvii, 288 pages ; (2024)

Call Number:

ML54.6

Other Number:

9781538192696

Keywords:

Chansons anglaises, Chant, Diction., English language, Pronunciation., Singing, Songs, English, Textes., Texts.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 283-286) and indexes.Transcription rules -- Pronunciation guide -- Song texts with IPA [International Phonetic Alphabet]."Exploring English Lyrics is the most unified collection of English art texts with transcriptions available. The selections span nearly 500 years of art song history with 790 unique lyrics set by more than 129 composers. The recommended pronunciations enhance the sung delivery of the text while honoring the intentions of the poet and composer"--