Cathy Berberian Stripsody Score.pdf Direct

Berberian, a classically trained mezzo-soprano, designed Stripsody to exploit the full diversity of the human voice. The performer acts as a "radio sound man," using their voice to mimic:

: The size and shape of letters suggest dynamics and duration; squashed letters imply speed, while stretched letters indicate a held vocalization. Larger drawings often signify louder sounds (nuance). Cathy Berberian Stripsody Score.pdf

Unlike traditional sheet music, the consists of drawings, sound-words, and symbols that communicate instructions visually rather than through standard notes on a five-line staff. a classically trained mezzo-soprano

: Timing is indicated by the horizontal spacing of "sound words" and images across the page. squashed letters imply speed