A Singer's Heart (1897)

By Anna Farquhar Bergengren and Anna Farquhar

Book Overview

A Singer's Heart is a book written by Anna Farquhar and published in 1897. The book is a collection of essays and reflections on the life of a singer. Farquhar, who was a well-known singer and vocal teacher, shares her personal experiences and insights into the world of music and performance. The book is divided into three parts. The first part deals with the singer's preparation for a performance, including the importance of vocal training, the selection of repertoire, and the study of musical interpretation. The second part discusses the singer's experience during a performance, including the emotional and physical challenges of singing in front of an audience. The third part focuses on the singer's life outside of performance, including the importance of rest, diet, and exercise in maintaining a healthy voice.Throughout the book, Farquhar emphasizes the importance of a singer's heart in their success. She believes that a singer must not only have technical skill but also a deep emotional connection to the music they are performing. She also stresses the importance of humility and dedication in the pursuit of excellence.Overall, A Singer's Heart provides a unique perspective on the life of a singer in the late 19th century. It offers valuable insights for aspiring singers and music enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164549855
• ISBN13: 9781164549857
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"