Handbuch der lateinischen Aussprache

With the growing awareness of historical performance practice, the question of the correct pronunciation of Latin vocal music arises. Latin is one of the most important languages in which compositions were created. Nevertheless, there is still general uncertainty about how to articulate the Latin in Palestrina's "Missa Papae Marcelli," Bach's B Minor Mass, Mozart's motet "Exsultate, jubilate," or Stravinsky's "Oedipus Rex": whether in classical Latin, traditional German, or Italian articulation, with an additional chapter on French pronunciation. Vera Scherr's guide helps performers understand the different pronunciation systems and apply them to the polyphonic sacred and secular vocal compositions of music history. A handbook that also provides comprehensive support for singers and choir directors with only limited knowledge of Latin.