Choral Sight Reading: A Kodaly Perspective for Middle School to College-Level Choirs, Volume 2

Choral Sight Reading is a practical and organic approach to teaching choral singing and sight-reading, grounded in current research. It includes a choral curriculum, partwork skills, sight-reading, progressive music theory sequences, teaching strategies, and choral rehearsal plans. It aims to develop fluent sight-reading skills for reading standard choral repertoire and provides examples for the process.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 27 March 2023
Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc

Choral Sight Reading offers a practical and holistic approach to teaching choral singing and sight-reading. It is rooted in the latest research from various fields, including choral pedagogy, music theory, music perception, and cognition. The book covers a wide range of topics, such as framing a choral curriculum based on the Kodály concept, launching the academic year for beginner, intermediate, and advanced choirs, building partwork skills, sight-reading, progressive music theory sequences for middle to college-level choirs, teaching strategies, choral rehearsal plans, and examples of teaching specific repertoire from medieval to contemporary choral composers.

In addition to these core aspects, the book also includes basic and advanced music theory concepts to develop fluent sight-reading skills for reading standard choral repertoire. The examples provided throughout Chapters 6 to 8 of Volume 1 (Choral Artistry) illustrate the process outlined in the book.

This guide is designed specifically for choral directors who want to create a choral curriculum and rehearsal models that prioritize performance, auditioning, partwork, music theory, and sight-singing skills. By adopting a sound teaching approach, the book aims to enhance the efficiency of developing independent choral singers with a well-rounded repertoire.

The book is organized into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of choral teaching and learning. The first chapter provides an introduction to choral sight reading and its importance in developing choral musicians. The subsequent chapters delve into various topics, including curriculum development, rehearsal planning, music theory, and teaching strategies.

Each chapter is filled with practical examples, exercises, and tips that choral directors can use to enhance their teaching practices. The book also includes a comprehensive bibliography and resources for further reading, allowing choral directors to explore specific topics in greater detail.

In conclusion, Choral Sight Reading is a valuable resource for choral directors who are committed to providing their singers with a comprehensive and holistic education in choral singing and sight-reading. By embracing the principles outlined in the book, choral directors can create a choral program that fosters performance excellence, musical growth, and a deep appreciation for choral music.

Weight: 870g
Dimension: 217 x 281 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780197550540