The Art Of Singing And Vocal Declamation (1908)

by Charles Santley and Sir Charles Santley

Book Overview

The Art of Singing and Vocal Declamation is a comprehensive guide to the art of singing and public speaking, written by Charles Santley in 1908. Santley was a famous English baritone who performed in operas and concerts throughout Europe and America during the late 19th century.The book is divided into three parts. The first part covers the basic principles of singing, including breathing, tone production, and diction. Santley provides detailed instructions on how to develop a clear and resonant voice, and how to use it to convey emotion and meaning in song.The second part of the book focuses on vocal declamation, or the art of speaking in public. Santley discusses the importance of posture, gesture, and facial expression in conveying meaning and emotion to an audience. He also provides tips on how to overcome stage fright and other performance anxieties.The final part of the book includes a series of exercises and vocal warm-ups designed to help singers and speakers improve their technique and performance skills. Santley emphasizes the importance of practice and perseverance in achieving success as a singer or public speaker.Overall, The Art of Singing and Vocal Declamation is a valuable resource for anyone interested in developing their vocal skills and performing abilities. It is written in a clear and accessible style, and is filled with practical advice and insights from one of the greatest singers of the Victorian era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164861727
• ISBN13: 9781164861720
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"