For years the G. Schirmer edition has been the standard-bearer of all vocal anthologies. Now available with piano accompaniment on CD.

This is a scholarly edition of the famous 24 Italian Songs and Arias plus two. Errors have been corrected in notes, composer's names, even incorrect words. Romantic-era interpretations and 19th century piano accompaniments have been corrected leaving the bright, clear sound of Baroque music. The advantages of this edition are numerous. In both Italian and English, with the English being a singable, rhymed translation. Phonetics are used to make it easier to learn the Italian. Each aria is preceded by a short synopsis of the poetic idea of the aria, and historical background is given for stylistic interpretation. Biographical material is also available on each composer.

This G. Schirmer edition of classic vocal teaching material includes the famous "24," plus four additional songs. All songs have been newly edited and engraved, but the piano accompaniments by Parisotti, the original Italian editor of this music in the late 19th century, have been retained. New features in this edition include word for word translations as well as line by line translations, along with interesting historical information on each composer and aria. On the CD there are recorded pronunciation lessons in Italian for students followed by beautifully played piano accompaniments.

This great resource is filled with 30 songs from the 17th and 18th centuries. In addition to authentic editions of the music, the book contains invaluable information which will help singers interpret and perform this repertoire including: word-by-word translations, English singing translations, IPA transliterations of the Italian text and historical notes about each song.

London, England: Hinrichsen Edition ©2007

This landmark series collects compelling, useful, singer-friendly arias from a distinctly American opera tradition. Each volume includes from 32 to 43 arias, with information about each opera and an aria plot note. The majority of the music has never before been available outside the opera vocal score. Opera composers such as Samuel Barber, William Bolcom, Douglas Moore, Virgil Thomas and Gian Carlo Menotti are well represented. Additional arias are included from important works such as "Regina"; "A Streetcar Named Desire"; "The Ghosts of Versailles"; "The Great Gatsby"; "Little Women" and others. Stephen Sondheim also made available new aria editions from "Sweeney Todd" - The Contest in the tenor volume, and Epiphany in the baritone/bass volume.

New York, NY: G. Schirmer, Inc. ©2004

This major new series celebrates greatness in American opera, with arias from Carlisle Floyd's "Susannah," Stravinsky's "The Rake's Progress," John Adams' "Nixon in China," Leonard Bernstein's "Trouble in Tahiti," Dominick Argento's "Postcard from Morocco," and other operas by Argento and Floyd, Jack Beeson, Ned Rorem and other American composers. American Arias is suitable for professional and college-level singers, ideal for recitals and auditions, and an essential resource for the study of the American opera repertoire. Each collection includes commentary on the operas and arias, and a CD of recorded piano accompaniments. It's a must have for any serious vocalist!

New York, NY: Boosey & Hawkes ©2004

Publisher Description:
Cantolopera books include versions for voice and piano of the world's most famous arias, plus plots and translations. The CDs feature two versions of each aria: one with a 130-piece orchestra providing accompaniments to allow the professional, student or opera fan to practice, and a performance by an established artist.

Selected and edited by Donald Burrows. Urtext Edition. Preface in Ger. and Eng. Contains 20 arias from Alcina; Ariodante; Giulio Cesare in Egitto; Imeneo; Riccardo primo; Re d'Inghilterra; Rinaldo; Serse (Xerxes); Tamerlano; Tolomeo and Re d'Egitto. Vocal score, 85 p.

Kassel, Germany: Baerenreiter-Verlag ©2009

Selected and edited by Donald Burrows. Urtext Edition. Preface in Ger. and Eng. 18 arias from Alcina; Ariodante; Giulio Cesare in Egitto; Imeneo; Lotario; Radamisto; Rinaldo; Rodelinda; Regina de' Longobardi; Serse (Xerxes); and Tamerlano. Vocal score, 79 p.

Kassel, Germany: Baerenreiter-Verlag ©2009

Here is a fresh approach to great opera repertoire. The books include versions for voice and piano of the world's most famous arias. The CDs feature two versions of each aria: one with a 130-piece orchestra providing accompaniments to allow the professional, student or opera fan to practice and another sung by an established artist for reference. Each volume contains the lyrics of the arias, plus a short plot summary and background information on the orchestra and the performers. Contents: Volta la terrea fronte alle stele (Un ballo in maschera); Caro nome che il mio cor (Rigoletto); Una donna a quindici anni (Cosi fan tutti); Ah, non credea mirarti (La sonnambula); Qui la voce sua soave (I Puritani); So anch'io la virtu magica (Don Pasquale); Regnava nel silenzio (Lucia di Lammermoor).

Milan, Italy: Casa Ricordi ©2008