"The song translations by Stanley Appelbaum are excellent. Stark's commentaries are concise, intelligent, highly readable... Laymen and specialists alike will find this book] a useful reference book to have on their shelves." --Fontes Artis Musicae

"This book would be a warmly welcomed addition to the library of any lover of art song." --American Music Teacher

"It is informative, insightful, illuminating, an invaluable resource for singers, teachers, coach-accompanists, highly recommended for anyone having anything to do with Brahms lieder." --Journal of Singing

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..". a generous treatment of some of Brahms s most endearing and imaginative creations." Choice

..". an excellent addition to the literature on vocal chamber music... " Notes

In this sequel to A Guide to the Solo Songs of Johannes Brahms, Lucien Stark opens up a beautiful and largely neglected repertoire, providing the full German text for each song, along with a new English translation, notes on vocal ranges, and a wealth of engaging commentary of technical, aesthetic, and historical interest.