Scarecrow Press A Singer's Guide to the American Art Song: 18701980

Product Description Considers the lives and contributions of 144 significant composers in the field. Includes a general discography, bibliography, and indexes for both titles and poets. Review ...a much needed compilation...thorough research and perceptive comments...writing style is clear and enjoyable, the information she supplies about the songs pertinent and helpful...extremely useful to singers, voice teachers, coaches and musicologists in planning programs and in obtaining information about American art song repertoire.--Dr. Lori N. White, Taylor University ...unique and invaluable--an island of care and culture in a Philistine ocean. Obviously every vocal teacher (not to say vocal student) should have a copy, and every music library in the land.--Ned Rorem Villamil's remarkable book should go a long way toward providing a really useful tool, and should provide a source and a model for years to come...Not only is this an invaluable book for both the singer and the record collector; it is beautifully written and fun to read. I've spent hours browsing around in it compulsively. I urgently recommend it to anyone with the slightest interest in its subject.--David Mason Greene About the Author Soprano Victoria Etnier Villamil performed in opera and concert throughout the United States and Europe for over 25 years. A seasoned recitalist, Miss Villamil has been praised not only for her musicality and artistry but also for her thoughtful and imaginative programming, receiving special acclaim for her programs of American and British song.