Excerpt from Modern Singing Methods, Their Use and Abuse
These simple rules, and others Similar to them, embraced the method of the old Maestro, but his method was not his main reliance. He trusted, above all things, to the power of exercise to develop the voice, just as the gymnast trains himself for feats of strength by attempting first gentle ones and finally those that are more arduous. This exercise was continued for five, six, or seven years, and, at the end of the period of instruction, the pupil was able to execute music, the technical difficulty of which would appal almost all modern singers.
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Excerpt from Modern Singing Methods, Their Use and Abuse
These simple rules, and others Similar to them, embraced the method of the old Maestro, but his method was not his main reliance. He trusted, above all things, to the power of exercise to develop the voice, just as the gymnast trains himself for feats of strength by attempting first gentle ones and finally those that are more arduous. This exercise was continued for five, six, or seven years, and, at the end of the period of instruction, the pupil was able to execute music, the technical difficulty of which would appal almost all modern singers.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Excerpt from Modern Singing Methods, Their Use and Abuse
The most important word in the vocabulary of Modem singing teachers is the word "Method." Every teacher now-a-days has his own peculiar method. Any pupil who has enjoyed six months, or even six hours, of instruction, can talk about his "Method" with as much mysterious self-satisfaction as if he had discovered the Key which was bound to unlock every enigma of vocal training. It is an interesting and, perhaps, amusing fact, that these methods are innumerable. It is also to be noticed that each one is different from every other. True: - All teachers agree, that, out of this crowd of ways for reaching vocal salvation, only one is the true and Catholic path, and all the rest are heresies. When, however, they come to the question of which path is the true one, they differ most emphatically, each teacher going his own way and regarding all others with righteous scorn.
The beginner in the art of singing finds a difficulty in picking out the true faith when all the prophets are equally noisy and equally vituperative; so he often spends years seeking for the right teacher, staying with each master only long enough to upset what the previous one had taught him, and, too often, coming at last to the conclusion that his own unaided good sense is the best teacher, and all singing masters are either theorists or humbugs. This conclusion is a lame and impotent one.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book cogently explores the development of modern singing techniques, revealing their connection to the Old Italian School and the rich history of the art form. It thoroughly examines the major scientific innovations surrounding vocal function, including the role of the vocal chords and breathing methods, that inform present-day techniques. The author draws on the approaches of notable figures like Crescentini, Lablache, Farinelli, and Porpora to illustrate the evolution of vocal instruction and highlight the enduring principles underlying effective singing. Moreover, the author presents a thought-provoking analysis of the changing attitudes towards vocal training, contrasting the intense dedication and gradual progress of the Old Italian School with the modern tendency to seek quick fixes and rely heavily on method alone. Ultimately, this book illuminates the importance of combining scientific understanding with the time-honored practices of the past to nurture and develop exceptional vocal talent. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330013083_0
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