SKU: AP.47905
ISBN 9781470642082. UPC: 038081549156. English.
A treasure trove of choral pedagogy! This step-by-step guide will take beginners from unison to two-part singing by focusing on the underlying aural and developmental skills necessary for success. Sequential chapters on unison, echo, round, and partner singing serve as benchmarks along the way to full harmony. Each of ten carefully curated songs is prefaced with a two-page rehearsal guide that targets essential objectives and suggests exercises and activities designed to introduce, explore, and master the pieces. Learn how to anticipate and address musical challenges for this repertoire, then transfer these masterful techniques to your entire program.
SKU: HL.254428
ISBN 9781785583162. UPC: 888680729127. 7.5x12.25 inches. English. Ralph Allwood MBE and Timothy Teague.
This is the indispensable guide to learning how to sight-read choral music. Using special interactive technology, renowned choral educators Ralph Allwood and Timothy Teague take the user from the very basics of sight-reading to a level at which they can sing confidently in a choir. This guide provides clear explanations, exercises, tips and tricks on: basic music theory; scales and stepwise motion; larger intervals and awkward leaps; fast and effective reading of choral scores; examples from popular choral repertoire; general good practice for choral singing. Whether you are 7 or 70, a beginner or an experienced singer, this book will improve your ability to read music and help you to enjoy singing to the full.This book is supported by SoundWise. It includes a range of interactive digital features: SoundCheck (powered by Match My Sound) ? This unique assessment and feedback software lets you use your phone, tablet or computer to help you practice. SoundCheck listens to you sing, then gives you instant feedback on how to improve!; eBook ? A digital edition of your book to read on any device; Video ? Tips and demonstrations from the authors.
SKU: AU.9798889830498
ISBN 9798889830498.
Susan Palo Cherwienâ??s poetry brings new imagery and depth to the traditional Ash Wednesday themes of dust and repentance. In this setting for SAB choir, composer Anne Krentz Organ beautifully writes original music that underscores the hopeful and contemplative text. The assembly can be invited to join on the last stanza as well.