Class and Chorus: A Text Book for Chorus Classes, Singing Schools, Public Schools and Institutes (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Name: Class and Chorus: A Text Book for Chorus Classes, Singing Schools, Public Schools and Institutes (Classic Reprint)
Author: Daniel Brink Towner
ISBN: 9780266584018

Daniel Brink Towner

9780266584018: Class and Chorus: A Text Book for Chorus Classes, Singing Schools, Public Schools and Institutes (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0266584012 ISBN 13: 9780266584018

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Master the foundations of chorus singing with a clear, practical approach to rhythm, pitch, and sight-singing.

This text serves as a comprehensive reference for teachers and students, guiding readers from beating time to reading staves and naming pitches. It combines explanations with hands-on exercises to build confidence in group singing.

The book covers essential topics for early- to mid-chorus work, including how notes and rests relate to tempo, how to beat time with the hand, and how a staff represents pitch. It introduces treble and bass clefs, absolute pitch names, and the basics of pitch organization, setting a solid base for more advanced vocal studies. Expect a mix of instructional text, musical examples, and practical drills designed for classroom use.

Learn rhythm and time through clear demonstrations and guided exercises.
Understand pitch notation, staff positions, and the relationship between notes and rests.
Practice beat patterns, call-and-response drills, and basic sight-singing routines.
Build a foundation for two-staff reading (treble and bass) and vocal range awareness.

Ideal for readers of choir methods, singing schools, and music institutes who want a reliable, classroom-ready resource to support group singing and musical literacy.

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