Catalan Diction for Singer: a Practical Guide

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For the first time, singers and voice teachers have access to a comprehensive and practical guide to mastering Catalan diction, unlocking the doors to a rich and extraordinary repertoire of art songs by some of the most important Catalan composers and poets.

Singers and teachers who have already explored art songs in Spanish and Portuguese now have the opportunity to embrace the beauty of Catalan song, a repertoire that remains underrepresented yet deeply expressive, poetic, and historically significant. These songs deserve to be heard on the world’s concert stages, interpreted with the same authenticity and care as any other great vocal tradition.

A Much-Needed Resource for Singers, Voice Teachers, and Coaches

Catalan Diction for Singers: A Practical Guide is designed for singers, voice teachers, and coaches who want to bring Catalan art song to life with clarity, authenticity, and confidence.

This book offers a clear and accessible approach to mastering Catalan pronunciation, providing:
✅ Comparative phonetics between Catalan and English, helping singers navigate pronunciation challenges effortlessly.
✅ International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) transcriptions, ensuring accuracy in vocal delivery.
✅ Simple exercises and practical examples, allowing singers to develop a strong foundation in Catalan phonetics.

With this book, singers will gain the tools and confidence to interpret Catalan art songs with artistry and precision, making this repertoire a vibrant and essential part of their performances.

AVAILABLE NOW!

For the first time, singers and voice teachers have access to a comprehensive and practical guide to mastering Catalan diction, unlocking the doors to a rich and extraordinary repertoire of art songs by some of the most important Catalan composers and poets.

Singers and teachers who have already explored art songs in Spanish and Portuguese now have the opportunity to embrace the beauty of Catalan song, a repertoire that remains underrepresented yet deeply expressive, poetic, and historically significant. These songs deserve to be heard on the world’s concert stages, interpreted with the same authenticity and care as any other great vocal tradition.

A Much-Needed Resource for Singers, Voice Teachers, and Coaches

Catalan Diction for Singers: A Practical Guide is designed for singers, voice teachers, and coaches who want to bring Catalan art song to life with clarity, authenticity, and confidence.

This book offers a clear and accessible approach to mastering Catalan pronunciation, providing:
✅ Comparative phonetics between Catalan and English, helping singers navigate pronunciation challenges effortlessly.
✅ International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) transcriptions, ensuring accuracy in vocal delivery.
✅ Simple exercises and practical examples, allowing singers to develop a strong foundation in Catalan phonetics.

With this book, singers will gain the tools and confidence to interpret Catalan art songs with artistry and precision, making this repertoire a vibrant and essential part of their performances.

The Catalan Art Song: Signat l'amic del cor, a song cycle by Nicolas Gutierrez
The Catalan Art Song: Signat l'amic del cor, a song cycle by Nicolas Gutierrez
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Index of Catalan Diction for Singers: A Practical Guide to Perfect Diction

1️⃣ Prologue – Carles Duarte i Montserrat
An introduction by renowned linguist and poet Carles Duarte i Montserrat, highlighting the cultural significance of the Catalan language and its musical heritage.

2️⃣ Prelude – Patricia Caicedo
The author's insight into the importance of Catalan diction for singers and the need for this resource to bring Catalan art songs to the global stage.

3️⃣ Catalan: The Voice of a Resilient Culture
An exploration of the history, resilience, and cultural impact of the Catalan language, emphasizing its role in art song and artistic expression.

Catalan Phonetics: A Practical Guide

4️⃣ The Foundations

5️⃣ Vowels

6️⃣ Consonants

7️⃣ Catalan Song Transcriptions

  • Phonetic transcriptions of selected Catalan art songs

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