Pierre Bernac

Bernac in 1968 Pierre Louis Bernac (né Bertin; 12 January 1899 – 17 October 1979) was a French singer, a baryton-martin, known as an interpreter of the French mélodie. He had a close artistic association with Francis Poulenc, with whom he performed in France and abroad. Poulenc wrote 90 songs for him during their 25-year musical partnership.

Bernac was well known as a teacher; among the singers who studied with him were Elly Ameling, Grace Bumbry, Mattiwilda Dobbs, Carol Neblett, Jessye Norman and Gérard Souzay. He gave masterclasses in France, Britain and the US.

In retirement, Bernac wrote two highly regarded books about the interpretation of mélodies in general and Poulenc's in particular. Provided by Wikipedia
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    Francis Poulenc, the man and his songs /

    Francis Poulenc, the man and his songs / by Bernac, Pierre

    Published 1977
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    The interpretation of French song.

    The interpretation of French song. by Bernac, Pierre

    Published 1970
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    Stabat Mater Le bal masqué /

    Stabat Mater Le bal masqué / by Poulenc, Francis, 1899-1963

    Published 1950
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    Songs of Samuel Barber and Ned Rorem

    Songs of Samuel Barber and Ned Rorem by Barber, Samuel, 1910-1981, Rorem, Ned, 1923-

    Published 1978
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