The demand for literature in Spanish is a reflection of our changing American culture. Here are twelve songs in two keys that can serve as an introduction to art songs in Spanish for a voice student. International PhoneticAlphabet is included for each song text as are translations for study. Laura Ward has recorded wonderful informed piano accompaniments on the companion CD. Before the accompaniment a excellently instructive pronunciationlesson recorded by a native Spanish speaker (a university Spanish professor) is heard. The songs are by Manuel de Falla Enrique Granados and Fernando Obradors with an additional two Mexican folksong arrangements. A beautifulVelasquez painting is seen on the cover.

Favorite Wedding Classics for Solo Singers features arrangements of nine beloved masterworks representing a wide variety of eras and styles, and some of history's best-loved composers. This inspired collection includes solo arrangements of popular favorites not found previously in other wedding collections. It offers information about each composer and his work, as well as foreign language pronunciation guides. Four songs include optional trumpet or flute obbligato (parts included). Available in both medium high and medium low voicings, with or without CD recordings of the accompaniments.

The ability to sing in foreign languages is a much-needed skill for singers but few vocal training resources tackle this aspect comprehensively in one book. With this in mind ABRSM examiners and professional singers Heidi Pegler and Nicola-Jane Kemp have written The language of song a graded series of songbooks that provide classic song repertoire carefully selected to develop the vital skills required to sing in a foreign language. An invaluable resource for all singing students and teachers each song gives both a literal and poetic translation of each text a detailed pronunciation guide using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) guide andbackground information on the songs as well as technical and musical teaching points. The accompanying CD provides the text for each song spoken by a native speaker - expert language consultants who specialise in coaching singers - as well as a recording of each song accompaniment by international pianist Iain Harrington. Not just ideal for those taking graded singing exams these are invaluable for singers of any age exploring international song repertoire up to university and college level. Learn to sing this wonderful foreign language repertoire confidently and effectively and celebrate the Language of Song!