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1 kwi 2014 · Following a brief historical outline of the choral conductor, we explore gesture, rehearsal style and the nature of communication, motivation, and leadership. Any conclusions offer a pedagogical, normative model of practice, rather than a prescriptive list of techniques or mere review of research.
29 cze 2019 · The multi-disciplinary nature of choral conducting suggests that choral conductor competency is a composite of knowledge, skills and predispositions that might appear as odds and ends, with a lack of unity in terms of taxonomy.
1 sty 2024 · This article illuminates the path for music educators and choir leaders to master foundational techniques, from vocal warm-ups to performance skills, providing them with the tools needed to steer their choral ensemble confidently.
With nearly 40 years of experience in the choral field, esteemed conductor and composer Bradley Ellingboe shares his wisdom, tips, and practical advice in an accessible and enjoyable style.
Choral conducting is a complex and multi-faceted leader role. Leading music is a particular kind of leadership through the prominence of gestural communication, and it is a ubiquitous phenomenon across a variety of social settings, musical genres, and ensemble types.
Choral singing is one of the most widespread musical activities, and choral conductors work in a variety of social settings that involve every imaginable type of choir and musical genre. The conductor role draws on a number of skills and competencies that are partly acquired through education but, equally importantly, through experience.
All conductors learn and assimilate their training over many years of experiencing trial and error in rehearsal. This guide aims to cover all the basic skills you’ll need to begin developing your own unique conducting style. What is conducting?
