
audiobook
by Luisa Tetrazzini, Enrico Caruso
E-text prepared by Chuck Greif
Caruso and Tetrazzini - on - THE ART OF SINGING - By Enrico Caruso and Luisa Tetrazzini
PREFACE
THE ART OF SINGING By Luisa Tetrazzini
LUISA TETRAZZINI - Introductory Sketch of the Career of the World-Famous Prima Donna
Breath Control The Foundation of Singing
The Mastery of the Tongue
Tone Emission and Attack
Facial Expression and Mirror Practice
Appreciative Attitude and Critical Attitude
This volume brings together the candid teachings of two of the most celebrated voices in operatic history, offering a clear‑spoken guide for anyone who wants to sing with confidence. Rather than a dry textbook, the authors speak as they did on stage, sharing the hard‑won habits that made their careers shine.
The chapters cover the essentials—breath control, tongue placement, tone production, and the use of facial expression—followed by practical tips on diction, posture, and the mindset needed for performance. Interwoven with these lessons are brief sketches of each singer’s early career, showing how their own struggles shaped the advice they now dispense.
Written in a conversational style, the book cuts through the jargon of countless vocal manuals, presenting common‑sense principles that still resonate today. Listeners will find both inspiration and usable techniques, whether they are just beginning their vocal journey or seeking to refine a seasoned instrument.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (103K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Dec 9, 2006
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

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A dazzling Italian coloratura soprano, she was one of opera’s great stars in the early 20th century and became so famous that the dish tetrazzini was named after her. Her voice, celebrated for its brilliance and agility, still survives in early recordings.
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