Vocal Music and the Voice: A Guide to Research and Resources

An indispensable resource for stylish singing from every period, by our very own Professor Martha Elliott. A must-read for all classically-trained singers.

Organized in two parts: (1) the principles of bel canto (detailed investigation of its characteristics, such as phrasing, ornamentation, rubato, vibrato, and dramatic action), and (2) examples drawn from the vocal literature (Handel, Gluck, Sarti, and Mozart).

Focusing on music from the 17th and early 18th centuries, this book offers guidance on style and ornamentation, working with vocal and instrumental colleagues, reading manuscripts and edited editions of scores.