Graham Johnson is an internationally famous accompanistRichard Stokes teaches languages at Westminster School. He coaches singers in the interpretation of Lieder and regularly writes programme notes for song recitals at the Wigmore Hall.

flicking through the lovingly enthusiastic writing in this Companion is a rewarding experience. Johnson has excelled on every level and his experience as an accompanist transforms this book into a precious insider's account. What could easily have turned out to be a dry catalogue is in fact a lively, witty and informative journey.

• INTRODUCTION; TRANSLATOR'S INTRODUCTION; THE HISTORY OF THE MELODIE: A POCKET INTRODUCTION; HOW TO USE THIS BOOK; A FRENCH SONG COMPANION; AFTERWORD; INDEX OF TRANSLATED POEMS; SELECT INDEX OF POETS; INDEX OF TRANSLATIONS

Graham Johnson is an internationally famous accompanistRichard Stokes teaches languages at Westminster School. He coaches singers in the interpretation of Lieder and regularly writes programme notes for song recitals at the Wigmore Hall.

flicking through the lovingly enthusiastic writing in this Companion is a rewarding experience. Johnson has excelled on every level and his experience as an accompanist transforms this book into a precious insider's account. What could easily have turned out to be a dry catalogue is in fact a lively, witty and informative journey.

• INTRODUCTION; TRANSLATOR'S INTRODUCTION; THE HISTORY OF THE MELODIE: A POCKET INTRODUCTION; HOW TO USE THIS BOOK; A FRENCH SONG COMPANION; AFTERWORD; INDEX OF TRANSLATED POEMS; SELECT INDEX OF POETS; INDEX OF TRANSLATIONS