lieder singer
Definition
Noun: A lieder singer is a vocalist who specializes in performing Lieder. Lieder is the German word for "songs," but in a classical music context, it specifically refers to art songs, typically for solo voice and piano, composed in the German Romantic tradition. Therefore, a lieder singer is an artist trained and skilled in interpreting this specific, nuanced genre of vocal music.
Usage
A lieder singer focuses on the performance of the art song repertoire, particularly from composers like Franz Schubert, Robert Schumann, Johannes Brahms, and Hugo Wolf. Their expertise lies in conveying the intimate fusion of poetry and music that defines the Lied.
Examples
- The recital featured a renowned lieder singer performing Schubert's .
- To master the subtleties of the text, she trained extensively as a lieder singer.
- He is not just an opera singer; he is also a sensitive lieder singer.
Advanced Usage
- The term implies a specific skill set distinct from opera singing, emphasizing textual clarity, nuanced phrasing, and collaborative partnership with the pianist.
- A lieder singer is often expected to perform entire song cycles, which are collections of connected by a narrative or thematic thread.
Variants and Related Words
- Lied (noun): The singular form, meaning one German art song. (e.g., Schubert's is a famous ).
- Lieder (noun): The plural form. (e.g., a program of Schumann's ).
- Song recitalist: A broader term for a singer who gives recitals, which often include .
Synonyms
- Art song singer: A more general term that can include singers of French or other national art song traditions.
- Recitalist: A performer, often a singer or pianist, who gives recitals.
Related Idioms/Phrases
(This specific term is a professional designation and is not commonly used in idiomatic phrases.)
Noun
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a singer of lieder
