The High School Music Reader for the Use of Mixed and Boys' High Schools (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Julius Eichberg

9780266491613: The High School Music Reader for the Use of Mixed and Boys' High Schools (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0266491618 ISBN 13: 9780266491613

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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The High School Music Reader is a foundational collection for young singers, blending study with singing.

Designed for mixed and boys’ high schools, it supports practical vocal work and choir development.

This 1885 collection combines solfegios and four‑part songs that have been used in Boston-area schools for years. It emphasizes practice by note, with minimal piano aid, and guides pupils on posture, evenness of tone, and clear enunciation. The material includes a wide range of rhythmic and melodic forms and can be transposed as needed to fit a smaller vocal range.

The book selects choruses for their musical worth and is intended to develop sound musical taste as students grow. It also notes how yesterday’s practice can adapt when tenors are scarce, often singing parts with altos (boys) when necessary.

A large collection of solfeggios and four‑part songs used in real school settings
Clear guidance on singing technique, body position, and diction
Transposable pieces suitable for voices with a small compass
Choruses selected for musical value and classroom fit

Ideal for teachers and students building a solid choral foundation and musical literacy.

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