Observations On The Florid Song - Pier Francesco Tosi - Bog

Observations On The Florid Song: Or Sentiments On The Ancient And Modern Singers is a book written by Pier Francesco Tosi in 1743. The book is a comprehensive study of the art of singing, with a focus on the florid style of singing that was popular in the Baroque era. Tosi explores the history of singing, from its origins in ancient Greece and Rome to the contemporary singers of his time. He also provides detailed instructions on vocal technique, including breathing, posture, and articulation. The book features a number of musical examples and exercises to help readers improve their singing skills. Tosi's observations on the florid style of singing are particularly noteworthy, as he was one of the leading proponents of this style. Overall, Observations On The Florid Song is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the art of singing in the 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.