The Oratorio Anthology: The Vocal Library Soprano [Paperback]

Richard Walters (Author), Hal Leonard Corp. (Creator)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 1994

This is the most serious and useful collection yet published of solo arias from oratorios, masses and cantatas. The literature was confined to work by major composers, and by-passes the dated oratorio literature found in previous collections. The most famous music is here, and so is interesting and less famous music by masters. There are new music engravings for each aria, and extensive historical notes and translations. Solo instrumental obbligato parts, which can be cut from the book, are included on appropriate selections.

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About the Author

Founded in 1947, Hal Leonard Corporation has become the worlds largest print music publisher, representing some of the greatest songwriters and artists of all time. We are proud to publish titles of interest to all musicians as well as music lovers, from songbooks and instructional titles to artist biographies and instrument price guides to books about the music industry and all the performing arts.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation (October 1, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0793525055
• ISBN-13: 978-0793525058
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #35,181 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A very helpful anthology! Lots of arias are suitable for students or advanced singers!, November 6, 2007

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Chen, "Love Eden" (Taipei, Taiwan) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Oratorio Anthology: The Vocal Library Soprano (Paperback)

I like this anthology. It has a very good selections from various kinds of sacred arias and I am sure it is suitable for singers in different levels. And the price is very resonable too. I would also recommend it to my vocal students!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Must Have for Voice Majors, August 6, 2009

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Tara N. U. Ren "operateacher" (Denver, CO) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Oratorio Anthology: The Vocal Library Soprano (Paperback)

This book is a well planned anthology, making it standard for every collegiate voice major. I would include this anthology in my list of "Top 10 Must Have" books for every serious voice student.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great anthology and wonderful publisher, February 4, 2011

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This review is from: The Oratorio Anthology: The Vocal Library Soprano (Paperback)

I am a classical singer and vocal coach and I love this set of Oratorios. A MUST HAVE for students and vocal coaches!