A COLLEGIATE ANTHOLOGY OF CZECH VOCAL LITERATURE: 8 SONGS IN CZECH FOR THE UNDERGRADUATE VOCALIST

This document examines the suitability of the Czech language for legato singing and its educational benefits for vocal students at various levels. Despite challenges related to syllabic stress and vowel length, Czech is highly valuable for both vocal studios and beginning students. The work includes an anthology that assesses the pedagogical effects on young undergraduate singers navigating the Czech vocal repertoire. It offers a concise review of Czech lyric diction and its common difficulties. The anthology features eight Czech art songs, with selections tailored to different voice types, each accompanied by a composer's introduction and a pedagogical analysis highlighting the song&rsquo;s advantages for specific voice types. Additionally, it provides a comprehensive table of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and dual translations for both student and teacher use.</p

ILLUMINATING ELLIOTT CARTER’S VOCAL REPERTOIRE: A GUIDE TO IN SLEEP, IN THUNDER

Elliott Carter (1908-2012) is a pivotal figure in American music even though his compositions are infrequently performed. His song cycle In Sleep, In Thunder (1981), which marks the final installment of a triptych revisiting vocal literature in the late 1970s, exemplifies a duality of American and European musical traditions, blending both classical and modernist elements. Despite its significance, Carter's modernism has often been met with resistance, perceived as esoteric and challenging by both seasoned concert-goers and newcomers. This document aims to deconstruct the intricate musical and poetic layers of In Sleep, In Thunder, providing clear, accessible analyses that demystify Carter's aural landscape. By doing so, the author seeks to foster a deeper appreciation for Carter&rsquo;s work, encouraging a reevaluation of his contributions, and promoting wider performance and recognition of this quintessential American composer.</p

A rapid transit interchange

Fifth year student research paper--School of Architecture, Georgia Institute of Technolog