But he was more concerned with unleashing fortissimo top notes than in shaping Verdi's elegant phrasing.

What he lacked were subtlety, moments of elegant phrasing and smooth legato.

He was particularly celebrated for the lean, elegant phrasing of his native French repertory.

Like the Italian poet, he favours a cheeky vernacular as well as an elegant phrasing.

The elegant phrasing, the general hush, the condensation - all this contributes to a satisfying sense of intimacy.

Most of the book, however, involves Barnes turning his keen wit and elegant phrasing to literary and film criticism rather than to the world around him.

They appreciate his elegant and expressive phrasing, velvety tone, musical intelligence and acting qualities.

He brought textual nuance and elegant phrasing to his interpretation, which was all the more moving for its restraint.

Miss Saland's big, beautifully arched arabesque served her well, as did some elegant phrasing for her feet.

But he sang with hearty sound, elegant phrasing and rhythmic vitality.