A Collection of Chinese and Foreign Vocal Music

Author: Hu Yuqing, Editor-in-Chief
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Publishing Date: 2003-09-01
Features: This book is divided into two parts. The first part is vocal theory, which provides a detailed discussion on the fundamental principles and rules of singing, including breathing, resonance, language, and artistic interpretation of songs. The second part is a selection of vocal works from China and abroad, divided into four grade levels, with a total of 323 pieces selected. Instructors can choose pieces based on the students' actual conditions. The book features a wide range of repertoire and covers a broad spectrum of content. During the selection process, the editors maintained a rigorous and prudent attitude, referring to the vocal teaching syllabi of several music conservatories across the country, and carefully considered the difficulty and singability of each song. Every piece was thoroughly reviewed and refined before being finalized. This book is intended for use by four-year undergraduate music majors, as well as junior college and normal school students who can select songs from the appropriate grade levels based on their specific circumstances. This textbook is also suitable for a broad audience of vocal enthusiasts.