Alban Berg's Wozzeck: A Translation and Phonectic Transcript for Musicians

This text provides a phonetic transcription and detailed translation from German into English of Alban Bergs Wozzeck libretto, designed specifically for singers. It is a valuable resource for performers, scholars, musicologists, instrumentalists, conductors, coaches, and theorists, as it offers a way to assimilate the work for non-German-speaking singers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 77 pages
Publication date: 28 February 2022
Publisher: Pendragon Press

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This text presents a complete phonetic transcription and detailed translation from German into English of Alban Bergs Wozzeck libretto. It is designed to serve as a valuable resource for performers, scholars, musicologists, instrumentalists, conductors, coaches, and theorists. While this resource may be of interest to a wide range of individuals, it was specifically crafted with the unique needs of singers in mind.

A singers translation and phonetic transcription of Wozzeck does not currently exist in any format. However, this resource offers a groundbreaking opportunity for non-German-speaking singers to assimilate this work in a way that has previously been impossible. While there is a wealth of musicological and musico-theoretical literature available on Wozzeck, there has been a notable absence of a practical and useful translation of the operas libretto, as well as a phonetic transcription of any kind.

My resource fills this gap by providing a comprehensive solution that meets both of these needs in a single text. It offers a clear and accurate phonetic transcription of the German text, making it accessible to singers who are not fluent in German. At the same time, it provides a detailed translation that captures the essence of Bergs opera, enabling performers to fully understand and interpret the libretto.

By utilizing this resource, singers will gain a deeper understanding of Wozzeck and its rich musical and dramatic elements. They will be able to approach the opera with greater precision and artistry, allowing them to bring forth its powerful emotions and themes to their audiences. Whether they are performing the role themselves or studying it as a scholar, this resource will be an invaluable tool for anyone interested in exploring the world of Alban Bergs Wozzeck.

In conclusion, this text represents a significant contribution to the field of musicology and performance. It provides a valuable resource for performers, scholars, and anyone with an interest in the operatic genre. By offering a complete phonetic transcription and detailed translation of Wozzeck, it enables singers to access this iconic opera in a way that has previously been impossible. I hope that you will find this resource to be a valuable tool in your own artistic and scholarly pursuits.

Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781576473221