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Essential Musicianship – A Comprehensive Choral Method | Voice, Theory, Sight-Reading and Performance | Choral Training Book for Beginner to Intermediate Singers - Softcover

Leavitt, John; Crocker, Emily

 
9780793543298: Essential Musicianship – A Comprehensive Choral Method | Voice, Theory, Sight-Reading and Performance | Choral Training Book for Beginner to Intermediate Singers
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0793543290 ISBN 13: 9780793543298
Publisher: Hal Leonard, 1995

Synopsis

Essential Musicianship, Book 1 is a sequential choral method designed to develop strong vocal, theory, sight-reading, and performance skills in beginner to intermediate singers. Recommended for Grades 6-8, school choirs, and community ensembles, this method follows a structured approach to music education, helping singers build confidence in their abilities.

Each of the twenty chapters presents a concept in music theory, followed by sight-reading exercises, and applies the skills to a performance piece. This book includes drills, exercises, and 37 practice/performance songs suitable for mixed, treble, and tenor-bass choirs.

Comprehensive Training for Choirs & Singers
Progressive lessons covering music fundamentals, notation, rhythm, and vocal techniques.
Sight-reading practice to enhance pitch accuracy and rhythm fluency.
Performance-focused approach with carefully selected repertoire to reinforce skills.
Ideal for school, church, and community choirs seeking structured vocal development.
A Must-Have for Music Educators & Choir Directors
This book is a valuable resource for music teachers, choir directors, and vocal instructors aiming to develop well-rounded musicians. The progressive methodology ensures a solid foundation in choral singing, making it ideal for group instruction, private lessons, and self-guided learning.

Songs Included
Winter * Spring Quiet * Sons of Art * Love in Thy Youth * As the Holly Groweth Green * Leave Her, Johnny * Sing Alleluia * Erin * Shipwrecked * Sing Your Songs * Joyfully Sing * Animal Song * Rain * Dance! * O Music, Sweet Music * King William * Hosanna * The Call * Hey Diddle Diddle! * Alleluia * Oh Soldier, Soldier * The Hunt * The Bells * Let Us Chase the Squirrel * Betty Botter.

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Publisher
Hal Leonard
Publication date
1995
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0793543290
ISBN 13 
9780793543298
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
192