Detail 01
Book plus online audio
Audio is accessed by code, not a bundled CD, so you need internet the first time.
Product detailSKU #1274034473113
Hal LeonardThe First Book/Online Audio of Soprano Solos Book/Online Audio
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A beginner-level collection of soprano solo repertoire with online audio, priced for a first vocal book. For sopranos starting classical study.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Voice students beginning classical repertoire with a teacher
- Sopranos who need practice accompaniment and cannot hire a pianist
- Home practice where you want to hear the piece first
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Mezzos and altos — the keys sit too high
- Advanced singers already working on standard opera arias
- Anyone wanting pop, musical theater, or contemporary songs
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Soprano-specific edition
Keys are set for high voice. Buying the wrong voice-type edition means transposing everything yourself.
Detail 03
First Book series level
Repertoire is chosen for early study — shorter range demands and simpler accompaniments.
Detail 04
$29.99 price point
This is a full printed collection, not a single-song sheet, so cost per piece is low.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your voice type with a teacher before choosing the soprano edition
- 02Audio is online access only — no physical disc included
- 03Piano accompaniment is printed; you supply the pianist for live performance
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this come with a CD?
No. The audio is delivered online through an access code included with the book.
02Is this good for a total beginner?
Yes. It is an entry-level collection intended for singers starting classical repertoire, best used alongside lessons.
03Can a mezzo-soprano use this book?
The keys are set for soprano. A mezzo would need to transpose, which the printed accompaniments do not support.
04Is piano accompaniment included in the book?
Yes, the piano parts are printed, and the online audio provides accompaniment tracks to practice with.
