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Links

These links are for extended study, advancing your private lessons, more information on songs or for just plain fun!


The Aria Database

The Aria Database is a diverse collection of information on over 1000 operatic arias. Designed for singers and non-singers alike, the database includes translations and aria texts of most arias as well as a collection of MIDI files of operatic arias and ensembles. 


The Lied and Art Song Texts Page

The Lied and Art Song Texts Page is  an archive of 18,203 texts used in Lieder and other classical Art Songs (Kunstlieder, Mélodies, Canzoni, Sånger, Laulua, etc.) as well as in many choral works and other types of classical vocal pieces.


Grove Music Online

Theh worlds premier authority on all aspects of music. Use this page for any projects including composer papers, music information sheets or to just learn more about your chosen art form.  Requires a login and password to use - contact Mr. Schlesinger for access.


Choral Public Domain Library

Extensive site containing arrangements of choral literature no longer restricted under copyright laws. Most useful for finding older (Renaissance, Baroque or Classical) music. Also features MIDI files of many of the songs. 


Choralnet

This is the "Internet Center for Choral Music." It is an international site with vast choral resources.


Musica

This is another international website for choral music. It boasts a large database of choral music, composers, etc. Want to see what else a certain compser wrote? This is the place to do it! 


Worldwide Internet Music Resources

This is a great resourece for music and musicians and is hosted by the Indiana University School of Music. 


MusicTheory.net

This is a great resource for expanding your knowledge of music theory and ear training. The information is presented very clearly and can be drilled through an imbedded graphic interface. This would be GREAT practice for you to do at home. 


Solfege.org

This freeware is designed to help with ear training and sight singing. Again, great for individual practice. 


Introduction to Solfege

This page gives a brief overview of the solfege we use as well as additional practice and excercises. 


International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA)

The official site of the International Phonetic Association gives vast amounts of infomation on diction, pronunciation, and IPA characters and terminology. 


American Choral Directors Association

This is the main professional organization for all choir directors, from early childhood teachers to professional conductors.


Chorus America

This group exists to strengthen choruses and increase appreciation of choral music so that more people are enriched by its beauty and power.. 


MENC

This is the national association for music education. This is a good resource for information about music teachers and music education. 


Illinois Music Educators Association

This is our state affiliate of MENC. IMEA sponsors the annual district festival and teh All-State Festival. 


National Association of Teachers of Singing

This is a group for voice teachers, and has some very good information on singing.