With diction lessons recorded by Irene Spiegelman German diction coach at the Metropolitan Opera and piano accompaniments recorded by Laura Ward this collection of the most often taught Brahms songs is an excellent introduction to lieder. The diction for each song is recorded twice: first recited as an actor would speak it showing flow of the language and mood followed by a slow deliberate lesson allowing time for the student to repeat each line. This experienced language coach adapts the ?R? in German in the slow versions as recommended for classical singers. She is also very sensitive to liaisons between word sounds in the musical settings.

Selection of Songs within Comfortable Range for older Singers-Compiled and edited by Veronica Veysey Campbell & Liza Hobbs Increasing numbers of people are taking to singing in later life driven in part by increasing medical evidence of of the health benefits it brings. Singing aids physical and neurological well-being but above all it brings enjoyment not only to those who have a lifetime experience of singing (both in choirs and solo) but also for those to whom it comes as an entirely new activity. Everlasting Voices compiled specifically for the older singer contains: 24 songs with a modest vocal range in a wide range of styles; backgrouned notes about the songs and their composers; prononciation guides forsinging in Italian German Spanish and French; a guide to keping your voice healthy; performing advice and technical guidance.