Song: A Guide to Art Song Style and Literature

by Carol Kimball

Carol Kimball's comprehensive survey of art song literature has been the principal one-volume American source on the topic. Now back in print after an absence of several years, this newly revised edition includes biographies and discussions of the work of 150 composers of various nationalities, as well as articles on styles of various schools of composition.

Genres: Music, Reference, Nonfiction

586 pages, Paperback

First published December 6, 2006

Reviews

[Yuliya · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book is uneven in quality, but it’s still the best that I could find as of 2020

[Loesje · Rating 5 out of 5]

I liked the book in General a lot.
The Scandinavian section was a bit small, I learned a lot, making connections between names. Read it through now, but will revisit the individual parts when needed.

[m · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just another textbook I've read for school, and a fantastic one at that.

[Edie Walls · Rating 4 out of 5]

We didn't use this a whole lot in my vocal literature class, but it was invaluable for my final essay!

[Madeline · Rating 4 out of 5]

A thorough yet light art song guide.

[Mi · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful guide to the vocal art song repertoire! If you need an concise outline in the vast range of the vocal literature, this is the must source on your first place. Very informative. I met this book as a reference in preparation of my qualifying exam. But I think it is definitely worth reading for pleasure than only for your papers or exams. Of couse if you have interest in this area.

[Tamsyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I used this book in Vocal Repertoire at the university, and then continued to use it throughout college. It is a valuable resource for song recommendations, and historical/interpretive information for music chosen for study. For anyone learning art song, this is a great book to have handy.

[Marjorie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is such a great reference book if you are looking up songs for s recital or for fun!