This classic test first published in 1966 has withstood the test of time as a teaching aid for English-speaking singers, coaches, and accompanists, in order that their art may be more communicative to the public. This word-by-word translation allows the artist to properly interpret and express the feelings and emotions that the words require at the proper time.

About the Author
The late Berton Coffin's teachings and writings established him as an international authority on vocal pedagogy. Professor Emeritus, University of Colorado, Boulder, he also lived and taught in Europe from 1976 to 1983-in his private studio in Vienna; during summers with the American Institute of Musical Studies in Graz, Austria; and in twenty-one opera houses in Austria, Denmark, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland. He presented master classes in the United States and in Europe and served as a visiting professor of voice at U.S. universities. Dr. Coffin, baritone, held academic and professional music degrees from Columbia University, Eastman School of Music, Chicago Musical College, and Earlham College.

Reviews
There is no way to estimate the clock-hours that have been released to teachers and students with this publication...a must for the bookshelves of every college and university... * Nats Bulletin *



Book Information
ISBN 9780810801493
Author Berton Coffin
Format Hardback
Page Count 620
Imprint Scarecrow Press
Publisher Scarecrow Press
Weight(grams) 891g
Dimensions(mm) 228mm * 149mm * 42mm