Amanda Johnston Libri

This book explains the particular qualities of different fabrics and how to get the most out of them. Providing a mix of practical information and the industry vocabulary, Fabric for Fashion will help students gain a clear understanding of how to work with fabrics as an integral component of the fashion design process. With stunning color photographs that show how fashion designers, both past and present, have worked with fabrics, the books prime objective is to stimulate creative exploration of the relationship of fabrics to fashion.

Fabric For Fashion: The Complete Guide is the only book specifically for fashion designers to explain the behavior and properties of different fabrics. Fashion design is largely determined by how the fabrics work, move, feel and look. The most successful fashion designers are those who understand their materials, who match design skill with technical knowledge.This book bridges that gap by providing a mix of practical information and industry vocabulary, visually examining generic fabric types, discussing the characteristics of fabrics and showing how to exploit materials to push the boundaries of design.With stunning color photographs that show how fashion designers, both past and present, have worked with fabrics, the book's prime objective is to stimulate creative exploration of the relationship of fabrics to fashion.

Focusing on diction for singers, this book provides comprehensive tools for mastering English and German pronunciation. It includes drills, word lists, examples, and tongue twisters, enhancing vocal clarity. The third edition expands on diction choices for musical theatre and operatic works, introducing cognate consonant substitutions. Additionally, it offers more exercises and a brief history of the German language, making it an essential resource for vocalists aiming to improve their linguistic skills in performance.

Set in 1882 Colorado, the story follows Lydia Ghering, a determined woman who has managed to keep her boarding school running after her husband's sudden death. While she takes pride in her self-reliance and strength, the challenges she faces reveal the emotional toll of her resilience. The narrative explores themes of grief, independence, and the complexities of maintaining one's identity amidst adversity.

This resource offers a thorough analysis of the German and English languages and includes oral drills, word lists, tables, charts, musical examples, and tongue twisters. Unique to this publication is the illustration of the rhythmic timing and release of consonants within the International Phonetic Alphabet transcriptions in all musical examples.