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For over 15 years, classical singers from around the globe have utilized the IPA Source library for preparation and performance. A trusted resource, our International Phonetic Alphabet catalog is the largest collection of transcribed song and aria texts on the web. With 15,803 titles, IPA source has done the translating and phonetic work for performers to help improve their understanding and pronunciation of foreign language texts, allowing them to focus on technique and communication. IPA Source is always transcribed and translated by hand, not machine.
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You spoke, we listened. We recently tried out a new way of viewing texts, and frankly, it didn’t quite hit the mark. We heard your feedback loud and clear, and we’re happy to announce that we’ve brought back the familiar way of viewing your texts. You can now enjoy the seamless experience you’re used to.… Read More
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A SERU (Shared Electronic Resource Understanding) is considered a NISO best practice. IPA Source is pleased to be a part of the NISO SERU registry. If your institutional library wants to get started, visit https://www.niso.org/standards-committees/seru/getting-started-seru-libraries.
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IPA Source is designed to assist singers with foreign language diction and communication. Our members can easily find the repertoire they need in our extensive catalog of 15,803 arias, art songs and liturgical texts in Italian, French, German, English, Spanish and Latin. With IPA Source, educators and artists can skip the translating and phonetic work and sing with confidence and accuracy.