Date sent: Tue, 25 Jan 2000 11:25:30 EST
Subject: Re: Care Selve (was Re: Celebrating 78)
To: vocalist
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In a message dated 1/24/00 8:44:18 PM Pacific Standard Time,
cantare-at-pacbell.net writes:

<< But I ran across that
music for Care Selve recently and it looks like a really pretty one. I
am curious as to why it is considered a "killer piece"? And what type
of voice is it considered appropriate for? >>

Briefly, this piece looks so simple that it is deceiving. One needs great
breath support to seamlessly glide and build upon each slow phrase. A singer
must never sound like they are in a hurry to come off the higher notes ( I
dont have my copy with me to be most specific), & never sound out of breath.
In other words, the sound must describe to the listener peace, strength and
absolute beauty. If you listen to recordings of Leontyne Price and
Pavarotti, you can hear even in their performances a sort of discomfort with
some phrases.
But if you master this aria, it is a jewel to cherish!