Les Presses Du College Musical Ecrits Des Castrats Sur Le Chant Vol.1

Name: Ecrits Des Castrats Sur Le Chant Vol.1
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Essential Information About This Book
• A Rare and Valuable Source: provides perspective on the vocal art of castrati based on few and hard-to-collect technical writings.
• At the Heart of 18th-Century Bel Canto: explores the principles of style, virtuosity, and interpretation passed down by the great masters and singers of the era.
• Rigorous and Documented Content: relies on fundamental texts to understand the pedagogy of singing (ornamentation, expressiveness, intonation, articulation).
• A Complementary Reading: introduces the existence of a second volume dedicated to other writings, exercises, and musical pieces for further study.

Ecrits Des Castrats Sur Le Chant Vol.1

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Summary of This Book

The Art of the Castratiis based on a crucial observation: there are very few printed documents of a truly technical nature (methods, treatises) that allow a precise understanding of the training and practice of virtuoso singers of the 17th and 18th centuries. The famous sheet attributed to Porpora remains unknown, despite some late claims, and only indirect traces survive, such as numerous solfeggi from the Neapolitan school (Durante, Scarlatti, Leo, Aprile, etc.).

In this context, this volume highlights the paramount importance of the writings of Pierfrancesco Tosi (1654-1732) and Giovanni Battista Mancini (1714-1800). Heirs to an exceptional tradition of interpretation, these two castrati deliver a true compendium on singing, addressing the multiple facets of vocal art in the 18th century: technical demands, sound culture, mastery of phrasing, sense of style, and understanding of ornamentation in the service of expression.

Designed as a reference tool for singers, vocal technique teachers, répétiteurs, and enthusiasts of performance history, this book offers structured access to key texts to better grasp the foundations of bel canto. It also fits within a continuity approach, as a second volume, announced as an essential complement, gathers writings and exercises from other major figures (Rauzzini, Tenducci, Crescentini, Pacchierotti) as well as various musical pieces.

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Artist	Pierfrancesco Tosi; Giovanni Battista Mancini	Genre	treatise and pedagogy of singing (bel canto, 18th century)
Instrumentation	voice (singing)

Questions frequently asked

Which authors are featured in Musical Écrits Des Castrats Sur Le Chant Vol.1?

The book brings together the writings of Pierfrancesco Tosi (1654-1732) and Giovanni Battista Mancini (1714-1800). These two castrati convey principles related to the vocal art of the 18th century.

Is this book on castrati suitable for vocal teachers?

Primarily intended for vocal technique teachers, this volume serves as a study resource on bel canto. Conductors and singers can also find guidance on phrasing and style. Its content is based on the texts of Tosi and Mancini.

Which vocal techniques are covered in this bel canto treatise?

The cultivation of tone, mastery of phrasing, and ornamentation in the service of expression are among the subjects addressed.

Which documents from the Neapolitan school are mentioned in the book?

The historical context refers to numerous solfeggi from the Neapolitan school, particularly associated with Durante, Scarlatti, Leo, and Aprile. These indirect sources illuminate the training of virtuoso singers of the 17th and 18th centuries.

Is Volume 1 complemented by a second tome?

A second volume is announced as a complement to the first. It is expected to include writings and exercises by Rauzzini, Tenducci, Crescentini, and Pacchierotti, as well as various musical pieces.