The Melofonetica Method: A complete guide to clear and expressive Italian diction for singers (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781739262204)

The Melofonetica Method is a transformative approach to Italian diction in opera and classical music. Based on the phonetics of sung Italian, the method pinpoints how singers can achieve clear, resonant and idiomatic singing in a performance space. The product of over a decade of research and coaching, the Melofonetica Method helps singers of all levels and language backgrounds to:

• Rapidly achieve clearer, more expressive, more idiomatic Italian diction
• Enhance vocal quality and breath support
• Recognise the intrinsic rhythms of Italian style
• Strengthen musical and dramatic interpretation
• Feel more self-assured performing Italian repertoire

This book provides a structured approach to teaching and learning Italian lyric diction and will be an invaluable resource for singers, coaches, accompanists, conductors and directors. It includes: 180+ notation examples, 120 vocalising exercises, 4 transcribed arias, access to 340+ audio recordings and fascinating insight into the evolution of Italian as a language built to be sung.

Author: Matteo Dalle Fratte
ISBN-10: 1739262204
ISBN-13: 9781739262204
Publisher: Lyric Arts Press
Language: English
Published: 04/21/2023
Pages: 288
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.60d