YMA SUMAC
Sir-In The Listener of April 27 appeared an article, under the heading "Voice of the Xtabay," which described the career and achievements of Yma Sumac. I have refrained hitherto from comment upon this article, because I wished first to hear for myself the recordings made by what is probably the greatest singer the world has yet known. As far as mere range is concerned, Yma Sumac’s voice does not quite equal that of the Californian singer Ellen .Beach Yaw, whose range was from low F sharp to C sharp in altissimo-slightly over four and a half octaves. -F knew this artist in London and quite often accompanied her, But for jealousy and intrigue on the part of Melba, she would undoubtedly have risen to fame, though in musical quality Ellen Yaw’s voice was definitely inferior to that of ¥ ma Sumac. What is absolutely beyond dispute, however, is that--as far as my knowledge goes-there is no singer now tiving who can even remotely be compared with this new Peruvian star. "Not only is her voice astounding and without parallel in range and quality, but as a vocal artist she has no rival. In my opinion she ranks with Heifetz in musicianship, and no higher compliment could be paid her. Of course, this view of mine will be challenged, but I do not intend to pursue any controversy, ari speak for themselves.
L. D.
AUSTIN
(Wellington).
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New Zealand Listener, Volume 24, Issue 623, 8 June 1951, Page 5
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236YMA SUMAC New Zealand Listener, Volume 24, Issue 623, 8 June 1951, Page 5
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