Vocal Repertoire for the Twenty-First Century, Volume 1: Works Written Before 2000

Described as the "life and soul of British contemporary music", Jane Manning is an internationally celebrated English concert and opera soprano.In this new follow-up to her highly regarded New Vocal Repertory, Volumes I and II, she provides a seasoned expert's guidance and insight into the vocal genre she calls home. Vocal Repertoire for the Twenty-First Century spans the late middle-20th century through the second decade of the 21st.Manning's comprehensive selection of contemporary art songs ranges from the avant-garde to the more easily accessible, including substantial song cycles, shorter encore pieces, and songs suitable for auditions and competitions.The two-volume guide presents expertly-informed selections tailored to particular voice types.Each of the 160 selections is accompanied by a highly detailed performance guide, music examples, levels of difficulty, and a brief encapsulation of vocal characteristics or challenges contained in the piece.A supplemental companion website