A Guide to the Solo Songs of Johannes Brahms

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. --Choice

Lucien 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
Published: 10/22/1995
Pages: 392
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.59lbs
Size: 9.55h x 6.41w x 1.02d
ISBN: 9780253328915