Now, a little more soprano inspiration via a beloved aria for audiences and performers. Start the recording at 45 seconds to watch Alzeny Nelo sing Heitor Villa-Lobos’ Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5 for Soprano and Cello Ensemble, Mvt. I – Ária: Cantilena.

This aria’s difficulty centers on the fact that though the contrasting section has lyrics, the first section showcases the soprano tone though long phrases sung on one vowel only: [a] and it’s various shades. Enjoy!