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Designed for both the practicing choral director and the choral methods student, this is a compact and comprehensive overview of the many teaching methods, strategies, materials, and assessments available for choral sight-singing instruction. Sight-singing is an important, if sometimes neglected, facet of choral music education that often inspires fear and uncertainty in student and teacher alike. Written in an accessible style, this book takes the mystery out of teaching music reading. Topics covered include the history of sight-singing pedagogy and research, prominent methods and materials, and practical strategies for teaching and assessment. This is the only book to provide such a wealth of information under one cover and will become an essential part of every choral conductor's library.
This book investigates the pedagogical challenge of integrating effective sight-singing instruction into the choral rehearsal environment. Steven M. Demorest, a recognized authority in music education, synthesizes historical research and contemporary teaching methodologies to provide a structured framework for choral directors. The text addresses the common anxieties surrounding music literacy, offering a systematic approach to assessment and curriculum design that bridges the gap between theory and classroom application.
What You Will Find
Experts in music education identify this work as a foundational resource for both novice choral conductors and experienced directors seeking to refine their instructional techniques. Readers frequently note the clarity of the prose and the practical utility of the provided strategies for diverse choral ensembles.
Page Count:
192
Publication Date:
2001-02-15
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0195124626
ISBN-13:
9780195124620
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