A01=François Le Roux
A01=Romain Raynaldy
Age Group_Uncategorized
Age Group_Uncategorized
Author_François Le Roux
Author_Romain Raynaldy
automatic-update
Category1=Non-Fiction
Category=AVA
Category=AVGC9
Category=AVL
Category=AVLF
COP=United States
Delivery_Delivery within 10-20 working days
eq_art-fashion-photography
eq_bestseller
eq_isMigrated=2
eq_music
eq_nobargain
eq_non-fiction
Language_English
PA=Available
Price_€20 to €50
PS=Active
softlaunch
Product details
- ISBN 9780190884185
- Weight: 567g
- Dimensions: 178 x 251mm
- Publication Date: 30 Sep 2021
- Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Paperback
- Language: English
Secure
checkout
Fast Shipping
Easy returns
In this translation of the groundbreaking Le Chant Intime, internationally renowned baritone François Le Roux, in conversation with journalist Romain Raynaldy, presents a master class on French art song, with a thorough analysis of 60 selected songs that deviate from the traditionally narrow repertoire of the mélodie genre.
Taking an approach that goes far beyond the typical limiting conventions, Le Roux and Raynaldy adhere to composer Francis Poulenc's principle that a song should always be "a love affair, not an arranged marriage." Neither theoretical nor purely academic, this guide instills in its readers a deep appreciation for the historical and artistic context of each piece by enriching each analysis with the full text of the lyrical poem and several musical examples, as well as fascinating details of historic premieres, concert halls, singers and poets. Paired with intensive and practical notes related to the nuances of melody and vocal delivery, each analysis provides an essential reference for performers and listeners alike. The translation is due to the expertise of musicologist and pianist Sylvia Kahan, Professor of Music at the Graduate Center and College of Staten Island, CUNY.
François Le Roux is recognized as one of the best-known French opera singers of our time. Internationally known as 'Mister Mélodie', Le Roux instructs masterclasses on French operatic and recital repertoire all over the world.
Romain Raynaldy is a journalist specializing in the arts, particularly music and cinema.
