Guide to the Solo Songs of Johannes Brahms

By Lucien Stark and Paul Stark

"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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0253328918
• ISBN13: 9780253328915
• Release Date: October 1995
• Publisher: Indiana University Press
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.4" x 9.6"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher