Technical strategies for improving the accompanying skills in the piano-voice duo
Technical strategies for improving the accompanying skills in the piano-voice duo

Summary/Abstract: This guide of vocal accompanying studies in-depth, the nature of a good collaborative relationship between the pianist and the vocalist, it is written from the viewpoint of the pianist, and deals with technical, practical and inspirational elements ofaccompanying singers. The importance of working with languages and knowledge of thetext is emphasized. Much of the vocal repertoire presents technical hurdles that needgenerous hours of practice. But a good technique also opens up a great deal more in termsof tone production and control. A sensitive touch will allow for a range of flexibility infollowing the vocalist, and for matching tone quality.

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