Choral Therapy: Vocal Techniques and Exercises for Church Choirs [Paperback]

Lloyd Pfautsch (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1994

Many church choir directors are not formally trained in all disciplines needed to direct a music program. One area which intimidates many directors is that of vocal training and how to increase the ability of the choir. Choral Therapy features a basic, practical, "hands-on" approach to learning skills in this area of choir leadership. These include the following areas: 1. Basic principles of diction 2. Blending of vocal parts 3. Vocal exercises and warm-ups 4. Problem-solving 5. Other areas such as tuning and ensemble Choral Therapy presents its material in a conversational style with many concrete musical examples and exercises. * Written for new directors or the director wanting more training * Written by one of America's most respected choral directors and instructors * Easy-to-read and easy-to-use practical format and style * Contains examples and illustrations that convey key concepts * Helps music leaders become more comfortable with music leadership * Gives music leaders a higher level of confidence in directing

Product Details

• Paperback: 88 pages
• Publisher: Abingdon Press; 1St Edition edition (April 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0687065100
• ISBN-13: 978-0687065103
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.5 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #538,619 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Helpful, especially for the choir master/leader, August 6, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Choral Therapy: Vocal Techniques and Exercises for Church Choirs (Paperback)

The book contains several tips which can be used by the choir master for practicing his members. There are also some sample exercises which addresses breathing and intonation problems. However, I find the book a little too technical for those without music background. It also contains illustrations, from famous songs such as Hallelujah Chorus, on how to sing the parts properly. Overall, I find the book helpful.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Helpful, especially for the choir master/leader, August 7, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Choral Therapy: Vocal Techniques and Exercises for Church Choirs (Paperback)

The book contains several tips which can be used by the choir master for practicing his members. There are also some sample exercises which addresses breathing and intonation problems. However, I find the book a little too technical for those without music background. It also contains illustrations, from famous songs such as Hallelujah Chorus, on how to sing the parts properly. Overall, I find the book helpful.