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From:  Axwell@a...
Date:  Fri Jan 3, 2003  11:36 pm
Subject:  Re: [vocalist] I Need To Be Enlightened On This...

In a message dated 1/3/2003 9:58:57 AM Pacific Standard Time,
lloyd.hanson@n... writes:


> Considerations such as voice
> size, range, flexibility, etc as well as dramatic capabilities are a
> necessary part of the process of casting singers for roles but other
> considerations are also involved such as other members of the cast,
> size of the performing venue, etc. Such considerations are not a
> necessary part of the enjoyment of singers by the audience unless the
> singers are clearly miscast.
>
And today, appearance is very important in casting an operatic role.
Physical and age characheristics count in all except the uniquely vocally
gifted.






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