Twenty-Five Works for the Dramatic Soprano Voice and Orchestra

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Focusing on the dramatic soprano voice, this study guide features twenty-five diverse works for soprano and orchestra, spanning from 1787 to 2004. It includes various forms such as song cycles, monodramas, and symphonic rhapsodies, selected based on criteria like range and dramatic intensity. Each entry offers insights into the composer and the work's context, along with a brief overview of the dramatic soprano voice's evolution in operatic history. The book is tailored for professionals in the performing arts, educators, and students.