The Preparation of Classical Singing Recital

Abstract

This paper concerns preparation for classical vocal performance, including repertore selection, vocal warm up, rehearsal schedule, literature of lyrics and libretto, stage production, maintenance of the artists physical heath and psychological preparation for stage performance.  Good preparation is essential to meet audiences expectations. Some audiences may only expect to enjoy the beauty of the art, while other audiences may expect to perceive the technical details of the song and also the emotional interpretation. Moreover, the audience expects to see a througshly professional performance. Detailed preparation of all of these aspects will ensure a high standard of musical performance. To appreciate the song and the performance some audience may only expect to enjoy the beauty of the art, while some audience may expect to perceive the technical details of the song and also emotional interpretation. Moreover the audience expects to see a thoroughly professional performance. (Performers of these background preparations.