IPA Source is updating its access policies to protect copyrighted materials, simplify subscription options, and provide improved text viewing on mobile devices. We acknowledge the importance of providing you reliable access to our database. The goal of these changes is to ensure long-term sustainability of our resource and improve our customers’ user experience. Individual and… Read More
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Upcoming IPA Source Improvements
(Institutional customers – please refer to this post for information) IPA Source is announcing some upcoming changes to our website. Soon, all users will have access to our upgraded text viewer. This enhancement will provide immediate access to purchased files from any licensed institutional locations, individual users or individual text purchasers with an internet connection,… Read More
Unleashing the Potential of IPA Source: A Trial User’s Guide
IPA Source offers the largest and most extensive collection of opera arias, art songs, and Latin texts that can significantly enhance and support your voice program. A trial subscription to IPA Source provides a valuable opportunity to explore the platform and experience firsthand how it can support teaching and learning objectives. By effectively utilizing the… Read More
Songs of Travel
In the early 1900s, Ralph Vaughan Williams, a brilliant English composer, embarked on a musical journey inspired by the words of Robert Louis Stevenson. The result was “Songs of Travel,” a captivating song cycle that takes listeners on a poignant exploration of life, love, and the human spirit. Set against the backdrop of Stevenson’s evocative… Read More
Matinée Musicale recital by mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard
On December 1, 2024, American mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard performed a recital at Cincinnati Memorial Hall’s Matinée Musical. Despite incredible travel hurdles, Ms. Leonard thrilled the audience with a collection of Spanish art song, opera arias and Broadway tunes. Ms. Leonard’s program appears below, including Tu n’es pas beau, which she substituted for the programmed Una… Read More
Our Commitment to Intellectual Property and Opposition to Piracy of Copyrighted Content
IPA Source strongly opposes the unauthorized use and piracy of our copyrighted materials, including under the guise of Fair Use. Fair Use is a complex legal doctrine intended to balance the rights of copyright holders with the public interest in accessing and using copyrighted works. However, Fair Use does not justify the wholesale copying and… Read More
IPA Source Statement on Leaving X / Twitter
IPA Source has always been a champion of diversity and inclusivity in the world of opera and vocal music. In light of recent events, we’ve made the decision to discontinue our presence on X. Our commitment to serving a diverse community of artists and institutions remains strong, and we’ll continue to participate on platforms that… Read More
New Features have come to IPA Source: View Texts in a Window and Enjoy Discounts with Credit Packs!
IPA Source is rolling out some brand-new features that make accessing our catalog more convenient and cost-effective than ever before! Introducing: IPA Source In-Browser Viewing With our new feature, you can now view IPA texts directly in a browser window on our platform, from any internet connected device. This feature is designed to streamline your… Read More