With a Voice of Triumph

John Dowland was unsurpassed in his day as a lute virtuoso and the composer of 88 lute songs. Since the early twentieth century Dowland's excellence as a songwriter has been well established; many of his compositions for lute- long shrouded in obscurity have become well known. This collection of 45 songs includes all the works in his third and fourth collection. Transcribed for voice and Guitar by David Nadal including Dowland's original lute tablature.

The OperAria repertoire anthology was much applauded when it came on stage with three baritone volumes in 2015. The successful baritone debut was followed in 2017/18 by the appearance of the four soprano volumes, also conquering hearts in no time. Now, another performance: The curtain rises on the bass volumes, the foundation of the vocal family for heavier, darker voices, though nevertheless brilliant and full of radiance. The protagonists have such well-known names as Bartolo, Don Basilio, Colline, Don Pasquale, Falstaff, Figaro, Kecal, Osmin, Sarastro. Other heroes less often in the limelight, such as Dulcamara, Sancho Pansa, Phanuel, and Sir Morosus, can certainly also count on much applause. 'It is my aim to give students a modern, systematically structured, well-informed vocal coach that meets the demands of present-day stage practice. And, of course, a cohesive repertoire and logical presentation of audition arias for every vocal genre. ' (Peter Anton Ling) OperAria is the ideal ?vocal coach? for all voice types. Edited by Peter Anton Ling, the books address all singers and are conceived above all for training and auditions. In addition, through their careful selection, they offer valuable inspiration for opera recitals. OperAria ? repertoire anthology of opera arias according to vocal criteria (range, tessitura, specifics, type of aria) with due regard to practical aspects of musical and theatrical nature (style, era, role type, national provenance) with comments on the arias information on the composer, the librettist, the work, the range and of versions or casting a short synopsis of the contents illuminating the basic dramatic constellation in the context of the opera?s plot an evaluation from the singer?s point of view with ?phonetic assistant? and ?text assistant? aria texts in the original language spoken by native speakers as an audio file (mp3) aria texts in German and English translations as a text file (pdf) available for download / Date parution : 2019-09-06/ Recueil / Basse Lyrique-Dramatique

The series continues with the fifth installment in this vocal jazz triumph. The inimitable Greg Jasperse creates a fresh 6/8 a cappella magic of harmonies and melodic turns as only he can do. Vibrant vocal textures fill thischoral work. A must for all vocal jazz groups to really shine!

Basso - Bass - A cura di - Edited by Ilaria Narici-A selection of 38 arias for voice and piano with plot synopses and translations in Italian and English.

Unsurpassed in his day as a lute virtuoso, John Dowland (1563–1626) today continues to delight singers, musicians, and music lovers alike. This collection of 45 songs includes all the works in Dowland's original third and fourth books of lute songs, the composer's contributions to his son's anthology of 1610, and a dance for solo guitar. Content : THE THRID AND LAST BOOKE I. Farewell too fair II. Time stands still III. Behold a wonder here IV. Daphne was not so chaste V. Me, me and none but me VI. When Phoebus first did Daphne love VII. Say Love if ever thou didst find VIII. Flow not so fast ye fountains IX. What if I never speed? X. Love stood amaz'd XI. Lend your ears to my sorrow XII. By a fountain where I lay XIII. Oh what hath overwrought XIV. Farewell unkind farewell XV. Weep you no more, sad fountains XVI. Fie on this feigning XVII. I must complain XVIII It was a time when silly bees could speak XIX. The lowest trees have tops XX. What poor astronomers are they XXI. Come when I call (for two voices and two lutes) A PILGRIMES SOLACE I. Disdain me still II. Sweet stay awhile III. To ask for all thy love IV. Love those beams V. Shall I strive with words to move (Mignarda, a galliard is Dowland's title for the solo lute version of the lyre Shall I strive with words to move. VI. Were every thought an eye VII. Stay Time awhile thy flying VIII. Tel me true Love (with chorus) The next three with treble and bass viols ofr violin and cello: IX. Go nightly cares X. From silent night XI. Lasso vita mia XII. In this trembling shadow XIII. If that a sinner's sighs A three-part work: XIV. Thou mighty God XV. When David's life XVI. When the poor cripple XVII. Where sin sore wounding XVIII. My heart and tongue were twins The next with chorus: XIX. Up merry mates XX. Welcome black night XXI. Cease these false sports THREE AYRES FROM A MUSICALL BANQUET Far from triumphing Court Lady if you so spite me In darkness let me dwell GALLIART TO LACHRIMAE A lute solo from A Pilgrimes Solace, transcribed for guitar

Par MASSENET JULES. Cendrillon (Cinderella), with a libretto by Henri Cain based on Perrault's fairytale, premiered in 1899 in Paris. Best known for composing over thirty operas, the composer, Jules Massenet (1842-1912) purposely did not attend the premiere, but received a telegram the following day from baritone Fugère recording its triumph. Incorporating the composer's sense of humour and wit, the use of recurrent motifs is subtle and often thought to be inspired by Richard Wagner. Cendrillon contains musical echoes of the 18th century, incorporating gallant music, the use of the Lute and Viola D'Amore and a series of Balletentrees. The Opera is in four acts with 19 characters and a chorus. The role of Prince Charming is a breeches role whilst the melody lines of the Fairy Godmother are characterised by trills and arpeggios. Massenet 's Cendrillon remains popular to this day and was notably performed at the Royal Opera House in 2011. / Opéra-opérette / Répertoire / Chant et Piano

Vocal Score-Bizet died on 3rd June 1875 exactly three months after the first performance of his Carmen which had met with a cool reception. This caused the already undermined composer to fall into a depression which most probably led him to take his own life. The following October Carmen was a triumph in Vienna and ever since this opera has been considered an all-time classic. Inspired by the tale of the same name by Prosper Mérimée (1845) the opera tells the story of the gypsy girl Carmen: a free passionate spirit she generously gives herself in love yet fights off all attempts to tie her down. Bizet invented music to suit her character: impetuous and passionate. Andhe turns Spain (a country he never actually visited) into a land of violent passion. Speaking of this opera the philosopher Nietzsche said 'When we listen to Carmen we too become a masterpiece'.

Uses: General Concert Easter AdventScripture: Isaiah 40:5; Revelation 5:13Raw power characterizes the opening of this festival anthem from the Cathedral Series. Massive chords sweep forwardbringing in fanfare-like choral acclamations of praise. Use of a solo reed adds shine and the martial like theme is a confident call to worship and invitation to prepare the way of the Lord with praise. The church was made forsong and the middle contrasting section celebrates this legacy of praise by increasing intensity until breaking forth with jubilant alleluias. A final canon caps this majestic offering!

For two solo voices (tenor and baritone) and mixed chorus interspersed with hymns to be sung by the congregation. This work depicts the last few days of the Saviour's life. The rejoicing of the multitude with hosannas and palms the view of Jersusalem from the steep of Olivet and the lament over the city the dispersal of the money changers in the Temple and the sad nocturnal walk on the Mount of Olivet are all portrayed in the First Part. Part Two opens with the Last Supper at which Jesus washed His disciples' feet and commanded them to love one another. Then follows the agonizing prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane the sudden appearance of the hostile crowd theabandonment of Jesus by His deciples His utter loneliness among ruthless enemies the turmoil before Pilate when Barabbas is released the tragedy of the Cross and the triumph of Calvary.

Uses: Reflection ConcertScripture: Isaiah 40:31Once you begin hearing this piece you are drawn in...you want to sing it. The “eagle's wings” text is one of the most frequently set tomusic and yet this one sounds like it has always been there but not revealed until now. The essence of “wait” is captured in the opening section which gives way to a new tempo building with the “mounting onwings.” The true soaring takes place with a 12/8 meter the voices building in triumph. A final return to the “waiting” theme provides an assurance that has permeated the entire composition. Excellent for churchand school.

Now available for men's voices “Behold the Savior ” discusses the events surrounding the Lord's death. The solemn and legato nature of the piece combined with the rich TTBB harmonies help to add a deeper emotionalaspect to Samuel Wesley's powerful text. It does not end in tragedy however. The glory and triumph of the Lord is projected in the bold finale of the piece. Available for SATB and TTBB