Overview
"The song translations by Stanley Appelbaum are excellent. Stark's commentaries are concise, intelligent, highly readable . . . Laymen and specialists alike will find [this book] a useful reference book to have on their shelves." --Fontes Artis Musicae"This book would be a warmly welcomed addition to the library of any lover of art song." --American Music Teacher"It is informative, insightful, illuminating, an invaluable resource for singers, teachers, coach-accompanists, highly recommended for anyone having anything to do with Brahms lieder." --Journal of Singing"Stark's understanding and affectionate discussion of the relationship between music and text draws the reader to examine more of Brahms's songs." --ChoiceLucien Stark analyzes in detail more than 200 solo songs by Brahms and gives us translations of the texts. For performers, students, and teachers, this is a treasure-house of information and insight about a rich and varied repertoire.
- | Author: Paul Stark
- | Publisher: Indiana University Press
- | Publication Date: Oct 22, 1995
- | Number of Pages: 392 pages
- | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
- | ISBN-10: 0253328918
- | ISBN-13: 9780253328915
