CONTENTS

PAGE
[Prefatory Note] [v]
[Introduction] [vii]
[Chapter I: Elements of Vocal Training] [1]
[Emission of Voice] [2]
[Chapter II: The Value of Technique] [7]
[Chapter III: Analysis of Style] [12]
[Colour] [14]
[Accent] [21]
[Intensity] [27]
[Phrasing] [32]
[Portamento] [37]
[Variations of Tempo] [41]
[Chapter IV: Tradition] [44]
[Pointage] [61]
[Chapter V: Répertoire] [91]
[Chapter VI: Conclusion] [98]

STYLE IN SINGING


CHAPTER I
Elements of Vocal Training

IF the practical education of the singer be analyzed, it will be found to comprise four fundamental elements:

(1) POSE: or Emission of voice;