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February 23, 2007

Associate professor publishes music research book

Mark Clark, a 海角社区 associate professor of music, published his new research book entitled 鈥淕uide to the Aria Repertoire鈥�
February 16.

According to Amazon.com鈥檚 editorial reviews, the book is 鈥渁 long-awaited resource for the young operatic singer.鈥� The book is a 400-piece catalog that contains templates for both contemporary and obscure opera pieces.

鈥淕uide to the Aria Repertoire鈥� showcases advice and teaching techniques from prominent opera singers, coaches and directors, including Warren Jones, Carol Vaness and Sherrill Milnes. The book extends background information and detailed descriptions of the arias, considered of potential use to students studying lesser-known ones.

Students and instructors alike may find it to be a valuable study tool. The book gives the reader a variety of works to choose from, especially singers looking for a piece to perform at auditions. Instructors can explore the areas of pitch and tempo with the book鈥檚 notes.

The book can be purchased at Barnes & Noble (limited) and select music stores. For more information about 鈥淕uide to the Aria Repertoire鈥� visit

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