(Vocal Collection). For well over a century, the G. Schirmer edition of 24 Italian Songs & Arias of the 17th and 18th Centuries has introduced millions of beginning singers to serious Italian vocal literature. Offered in two accessible keys suitable for all singers, it is likely to be the first publication a voice teacher will ask a first-time student to purchase. The classic Parisotti realizations result in rich, satisfying accompaniments which allow singers pure musical enjoyment. For ease of practice, carefully prepared accompaniments are also recorded on CD by John Keene, a New York-based concert accompanist and vocal coach who has performed throughout the United States for radio and television. Educated at the University of Southern California, Keene has taught accompanying at the university level and collaborated with Gian Carlo Menotti and Thea Musgrave on productions of their operas.
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By Ken Rabow
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As someone studying to lead prayer service (a Sheliach Tzibbur) I had begun a journey to find my voice. I am very lucky to have ended up fining an outstanding Voice teacher as well as great Cantorial teacher. The Cantors in the city have get-to-gethers on a monthly basis (I promise I am getting to the point about this book) and recently had an eminent Canadian Tenor come speak to us. He first did a very challenging Cantorial piece and then proceeded to say: "Remember when you started and you did Italian songs and arias as part of your training? I've got news for you. This is something you should do every day for the rest of your singing career. This and proper vocal technique will allow you to sing for many years past the time when most people can no longer sing". This is the best of those books. My voice teacher always chooses this version as the best choice of Italian and the best version. The piano cd is an enormous help (unless you are such a diva that you have a live-in rehearsal pianist). Enjoy!!!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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Excellent price for standard vocal practice volume. CD is great!
September 3, 2010
By Jean Cottel
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Teacher said this would cost me $24. but apparently he doesn't shop Amazon. Great price for standard vocal text with accompaniment CD.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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I was very pleasantly surprised at the quality of the piano accompaniment CD that came with this purchase. Definitely makes it worth the price,
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Perfect
The product was received very timely in perfect condition and was exactly what I needed.Although i thought vocals were on the cd also. very satisied.
Published 2 months ago by Shelia O Collins
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Great Book
This is my third copy of this book. I use it so often they begin to fall apart and I have to get another one!
Published 2 months ago by Emily DuBord
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Good investment
My daughter will use this for the next 4 years as she studies voice for the all state competitions. Good buy for the money.
Published 4 months ago by William Yanovitch
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Every singer classically trained needs this book...it's just a must have!! Medium Low and Medium High are both good to have.
Published 5 months ago by C. Cuthbert
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The standard
Useful CD of piano accompaniment. It will certainly give your voice a work out. Accurate renditions of these beautiful arias.
Published 5 months ago by M. Barry
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The bible for singers
These are the 24 classic Italian songs, with perfect CD accompaniment. Great for singing loudly in the car with the windows open. Read more
Published 6 months ago by DStan58
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Exactly what I was looking for
What else is there to say. The book is precisely what I wanted. The CD however is a bit fast tempo for what I like, but that's a personal preference.
Published 7 months ago by Jamie
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Love it, Great Price
I love this book and I have been using the medium high version two years before. As a college student, this price is GREAT, compared to some of the other books I have purchased. Read more
Published 14 months ago by cass
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AWESOME!!
I love this book as it will help me prepare for solos in school as well as the love of the songs and having the CD is amazing!!
Published 16 months ago by Kara
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I love love LOVE this book (:
Singing in Italian is so much fun, and this book just makes it funner! I like pretty much every song in here, but my absolute favorites are Caro Mio Ben, Sebben Crudele, and Gia... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Murph
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