Sprechstimme in Arnold Schoenberg's Pierrot Lunaire : a study of vocal performance practice / Aidan Soder ; with a preface by Walter B. Bailey.
| Author/creator | Soder, Aidan |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Lewiston : Edwin Mellen Press, ©2008. |
| Description | vi, 120 pages : music ; 24 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Sprechstimme in Pierrot lunaire: Schoenberg's new voice. Introduction ; Origins of Sprechstimme ; What did Schoenberg want? ; Performing Sprechstimme ; Questions of intention and ideals -- Pierrot performances: early interpreters and the first recording. Albertine Zehme ; Erika Stiedry-Wagner ; Marie Gutheil-Schoder ; Marya Freund ; First recording -- Sprechstimme performance styles: an overview. Scope of performance styles -- Discography overview -- Remaining recordings -- Five unique Pierrots. Stylistic overview ; The songs. "Rote Messe" ; "Die Kreuze" ; "Parodie" ; "O alter Duft" -- The beginning of a tradition -- Appendix. Pierrot lunaire discography. |
| Abstract | This study offers a brief history of Sprechstimme and Pierrot Lunaire, Schoenberg's recordings of Pierrot, and the ambiguity inherent in the execution of Sprechstimme. The author provides a thorough discussion of Pierrot's technical vocal requirements and how the sound recordings can assist in the interpretation and performance of the Sprechstimme. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 115-118), discography (pages 107-113), and index. |
| LCCN | 2008004701 |
| ISBN | 9780773451780 |
| ISBN | 0773451781 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Music Stacks | ML410.S283 S58 2008 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |