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- Title
Poca robba, ma buona: the recorded legacy of ornamentation practice in 16th- and 17th-century music.
- Authors
Savan, Jamie
- Abstract
This article explores the recorded legacy of ornamentation practice in 16th- and 17th-century music, with a focus on the influence of Nigel Rogers, a renowned singer known for his mastery of ornamentation. Rogers's recordings, particularly his rendition of Monteverdi's L'Orfeo, showcased his expertise in ornamentation and throat articulation. His technique was influenced by his study of original vocal treatises and Indian singing. The article also discusses recordings by Andrew Parrott and Furio Zanasi, highlighting their unique approaches to ornamentation and vocal technique. Additionally, the article discusses the importance of vocal imitation in instrumental music, specifically focusing on the cornetto and violin. The author highlights the work of cornettist Bruce Dickey, who has dedicated his career to imitating the voice in his playing. Other musicians, such as William Dongois and Oliver Webber, are also mentioned for their exploration of ornamentation in their respective instruments. The article celebrates the artistic and intellectual curiosity of these musicians and the advancements made in historical performance.
- Subjects
VOCATIONAL guidance; BAROQUE music; VOCAL music; MUSICOLOGY; HARPSICHORD; EARLY music; SINGING; IMAGINATION
- Publication
Early Music, 2023, Vol 51, Issue 3, p472
- ISSN
0306-1078
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1093/em/caad043