APPLYING BEL CANTO SINGING TECHNIQUE TO SOPRANO ARIAS FOR MODERN TIMES การประยุกต์ใช้เทคนิคเบลคานโตในเพลงโซปราโนให้เหมาะกับยุคปัจจุบัน

Abstract

This research article aims to present core principles of bel canto singing techniques in a concise and accessible form suitable for contemporary pedagogical and performance contexts. The study draws upon two nineteenth-century vocal exercise manuals authored by Manuel GarcÌa and Mathilde Marchesióboth historically significant and widely used in their time, yet less familiar to present-day learners. Essential concepts from these manuals have been examined and synthesized to provide practical guidance for current practitioners of classical voice. Six soprano arias by Vincenzo Bellini and Gaetano Donizetti were selected as representative repertoire for analysis. These works exemplify the hallmark challenges of bel canto performance, including advanced vocal agility, refined control, nuanced ornamentation, and interpretive depth. Through structural and stylistic analysis, the research elucidates technical approaches and ornamentation strategies that support authentic bel canto interpretation. The study culminates in a live performance designed to demonstrate the application of these findings. Beyond functioning as a practical extension of the research, the performance seeks to revitalize interest in bel canto arias and broaden public appreciation for this vocal tradition. In doing so, the research highlights the enduring pedagogical and artistic value of bel canto within todayís classical singing landscape.