Vocal Collection

Mocking Bird (Card)
(Mimus polyglottus) An American bird renowned for its vocal powers

Helmeted Guineafowl (Numida meleagris)
A pair of Helmeted Guineafowl stand together on a fallen tree trunk. Kruger National Park, South Africa

Francesco Matania
Chevalier Francesco Matania (1884-1957), operatic singer and professor of singing, pictured in The Tatler at the time of his return to London in 1920

Music cover, Down at the Old Bull & Bush, words by Russell Hunting, Percy Krone and Andrew B Sterling, music by Harry Von Tilzer, sung with enormous success by Miss Florrie Forde. Date: 1905

George Gershwin (1898 - 1937) American composer and pianist. Gershwins compositions spanned both popular and classical genres

A Harris Hawk calling
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Black-tailed Prairie Dog Mi650
TOM-1517 Black-tailed Prairie Dog Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North America Cynomys ludovicianus Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Seagull with Mt Wellington, Hobart in background
A seagull with its mouth wide open with Hobart and Mt Wellington in the background

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Music cover, Upstairs to Fairyland, vocal fox trot by Stanley I Galpin Date: 1921

Music cover, The Cricketer's Polka, by W H Stephenson
Music cover, The Cricketer's Polka, for the pianoforte with vocal refrain, composed by W.H. Stephenson Date: circa 1883

Music cover, Where Dreams Come True, words and music by Val Valentine, sung by Miss Nellie Wigley Date: 1927

Music cover, Turandot, opera by Giacomo Puccini - separate vocal numbers Date: 1926

Music cover, The Dubarry Operette in 9 Scenes
Music cover, Piano Selection, Stanley Scott presents The Dubarry, Operette in 9 Scenes, by Paul Knepler and J M Welleminsky, English book by Desmond Carter and Rowland Leigh, music by Carl Millocker

Music cover, The Harry Lime Theme (The Third Man)
Music cover, The Zither Melody, song version of The Harry Lime Theme (The Third Man film, 1949), words by Michael Carr and Jack Golden, based on music composed and arranged by Anton Karas. Date: 1950

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Indian Peafowl (Pavo cristata) male peacock strutting. Date: 31/01/2013

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Indian Peafowl (Pavo cristata) male peacock strutting. Date: 31/01/2013

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Sea Lion males screaming in vocal fight, Punta Delgada, Chubut Province, Valdes Peninsula, Argentina Date: 27/07/2006

The Meister Singers (engraving)
2788244 The Meister Singers (engraving) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Meister Singers)

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European Brown Bear - two year old cub sitting on rock and calling; Bavarian Forest, Bavaria, Germany Date: 11-Feb-19

Douglas Squirrel vocalizing on a moss-covered log

Dame Nellie Melba (b / w photo)
3627559 Dame Nellie Melba (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dame Nellie Melba)

John Sims Reeves (b / w photo)
3627557 John Sims Reeves (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Sims Reeves)

Madame Patti (b / w photo)
3627554 Madame Patti (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame Patti. Illustration for Fifty Years)

The Medal and the Maid, musical comedy at the Lyric Theatre, Tom B Daviss company, book by Owen Hall, lyrics by C H Taylor, music by Sidney Jones. Date: 1900s

The Medal and the Maid, Barn Dance, by Sidney Jones
Musical comedy, The Medal and the Maid, Barn Dance, music by Sidney Jones. Merva Sunningdale (Miss Ruth Vincent), Allen Blithe RN (Mr F Ranalow), vocal duet, Consequences. Date: 1900s

The International Advertising Convention, declaring the convention open H. R. H
The International Advertising Convention, declaring the convention open H.R.H. the Prince of Wales at Wembley, London. Date: 1924

Titlepage of Abendmusik, 1705 (print)
XPH308430 Titlepage of Abendmusik, 1705 (print) by Buxtehude, Dietrich (1637-1707); Private Collection; (add.info.: Titlseite einer Abendmusik von Dietrich Buxtehude (1637-1707)

Music cover, Das Dreimaderlhaus, by Franz Schubert
Music cover, Das Dreimaderlhaus (House of the Three Girls), by Franz Schubert, a Viennese pastiche operetta in three acts, rearranged by Heinrich Berte

Music cover, Flotows Martha, Cassells Operatic Selections No.10, comprising the Overture, a Fantasia by F W Bradshaw, and some vocal numbers, including The Last Rose of Summer. Date: circa 1900s

Advert, Boosey & Co, Song Books and Operas
Advert, Boosey & Co, The Royal Song Books, The Royal Edition of Operas, Ballad Operas, and Booseys Cabinet Operas for Pianoforte Solo. Date: late 19th century

Front cover, The Scottish Students Song Book, published for the Song Book Committee of the Students Representative Councils of Scotland

Music cover, In Happy Moments Day by Day, ballad from the opera Maritana by William Vincent Wallace. Date: late 19th century

Music cover, Back, Back, Back to Baltimore, words by Harry Williams, music by Egbert Van Alstyne. Date: 1900s

Music cover, Au Revoir, my little Hyacinth, words by A E Sidney Davis, music by Hermann E Darewski Junior, sung by Miss Ellaline Terriss. Date: circa 1900s

Music cover, Blue Bell, march song, words by Edward Madden, music by Theodore F Morse. Date: 1900s

Music cover, Within Your Heart, by H Trotere
Music cover, Within Your Heart, words by G Hubi Newcombe, music by H Trotere. Date: 1901

Music cover, By the Side of the Zuyder Zee, words by A J Mills, music by Bennett Scott, sung by Miss Annie Purcell. Date: circa 1900s

Music cover, Any Rags? by Thomas Allen, sung by Rachel Lowe. A ragtime schottische written in 1902. Date: circa 1900s

Music cover, A Little Boy Called Taps, a march song, words by Edward Madden, music by Theodore Morse, sung with immense success by Miss Madge Lessing. Date: 1904

Music cover, Victoria Music Books, Irish Ballad Album. Date: late 19th century

Pages from a hymnal (pen & ink and w / c on paper)
3900207 Pages from a hymnal (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by American School; 20.5x27 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Hand-drawn; hand-colored; hand-lettered)

Music cover, Alexandra Music Books, Songs of the Emerald Isle. With a portrait of Princess Alexandra of Wales when she received the honorary degree of Doctor of Music (DMus) at Trinity College

Together - Vocal Waltz - Original Music Sheet Cover - published by Campbell Connelly & Co in 1928. Date: 1928

Kittens singing on a French birthday postcard, with a kitten conductor and a basket of flowers. Date: circa 1890s

Two musical cats on a German greetings postcard -- Songs without Words (a pun on a work by Mendelssohn). Date: circa 1890s

Four cats singing on a greetings postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Madame Albani (b / w photo)
3627555 Madame Albani (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame Albani. Illustration for Fifty Years)

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"Unleashing the Power of Vocal Expression: From Mocking Birds to Opera Maestros" In the world of music, vocal prowess knows no bounds. Just like a Mocking Bird imitating various sounds, singers have the ability to captivate us with their melodic range and emotional depth. 🎶 Take for instance Francesco Matania's mesmerizing artwork depicting a Card singing its heart out. It reminds us that even in nature, there is an innate desire to communicate through song. From George Gershwin's timeless compositions to Franz Schubert's soul-stirring melodies, these legendary composers have left an indelible mark on the history of music. Their works continue to be celebrated and performed by talented artists worldwide. But it's not just humans who possess this incredible gift; even animals like the Harris Hawk can stun us with their haunting calls that echo through vast landscapes. And let's not forget about the enchanting vocalizations of Black-tailed Prairie Dogs - they too add their unique voice to nature's symphony. Music covers such as "Upstairs to Fairyland" or "The Cricketer’s Polka" transport us back in time when vocal fox trots and polkas ruled dance floors, evoking feelings of joy and nostalgia. And then there are those magical moments when dreams come true through music – whether it be Puccini's grand opera "Turandot" or The Dubarry Operette in 9 Scenes - where emotions soar high and hearts are touched by powerful voices harmonizing together. So let your voice be heard. Whether you're a professional singer or simply someone who loves belting out tunes while showering, embrace the beauty expression. Sing from your heart because every note has its own story waiting to be shared with the world.