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In Good Hands

The Making of a Modern Conductor

by Alice Farnham ...

'Will fascinate and enthrall anyone interested in music.' Stephen FryWho dreams of becoming a conductor?What does it take to get there and stay in the game?In Good Hands: The Making of a Modern Conductor invites us to think anew about one of the signature roles in classical music.In a frank, fascinating portrait, Alice Farnham, one of Britain's leading conductors, explores ... ... Read more

$12.66 AUD

'Will fascinate and enthrall anyone interested in music.' Stephen FryWho dreams of becoming a conductor?What does it take to get there and stay in the game?In Good Hands: The Making of a Modern Conductor invites us to think anew about one of the signature roles in classical music.In a frank, fascinating portrait, Alice Farnham, one of Britain's leading conductors, explores ...
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Learn How To Play Harmonica For Beginners

by MalbeBooks ...

Embark on a musical journey with "Learn How To Play Harmonica For Beginners," your comprehensive guide to mastering this versatile and portable instrument. Perfect for novices and enthusiasts alike, this ebook takes you through the fundamentals of harmonica playing, from understanding the instrument's anatomy to mastering essential techniques such as bending and vibrato. With clear instructions, ... Read more

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Embark on a musical journey with "Learn How To Play Harmonica For Beginners," your comprehensive guide to mastering this versatile and portable instrument. Perfect for novices and enthusiasts alike, this ebook takes you through the fundamentals of harmonica playing, from understanding the instrument's anatomy to mastering essential techniques such as bending and vibrato. With clear instructions,
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A Dictionary for the Modern Conductor

by Emily Freeman Brown ...

Series series Dictionaries for the Modern Musician
Titles in Dictionaries for the Modern Musician: A Scarecrow Press Music Series offer both the novice and the advanced artist key information designed to convey the field of study and performance for a major instrument or instrument class, as well as the workings of musicians in areas from conducting to composing. Unlike other encyclopedic works, contributions to this series focus primarily on the ... Read more

$153.14 AUD

Titles in Dictionaries for the Modern Musician: A Scarecrow Press Music Series offer both the novice and the advanced artist key information designed to convey the field of study and performance for a major instrument or instrument class, as well as the workings of musicians in areas from conducting to composing. Unlike other encyclopedic works, contributions to this series focus primarily on the
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Dean Dixon

Negro at Home, Maestro Abroad

by Rufus Jones Jr. ...

Series series African American Cultural Theory and Heritage
In Dean Dixon: Negro at Home, Maestro Abroad, conductor and scholar Rufus Jones Jr. brings to light a literal treasure trove of unpublished primary sources to tell the compelling story of this great American conductor. A testament to Dixon’s resolve, this first-ever full-length biography of this American musical hero chronicles Dixon’s musical upbringing, beginnings as a conductor, painful ... Read more

$49.59 AUD

In Dean Dixon: Negro at Home, Maestro Abroad, conductor and scholar Rufus Jones Jr. brings to light a literal treasure trove of unpublished primary sources to tell the compelling story of this great American conductor. A testament to Dixon’s resolve, this first-ever full-length biography of this American musical hero chronicles Dixon’s musical upbringing, beginnings as a conductor, painful
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Slagtechniek voor koordirigenten

by Tijs Krammer ...

Dirigeren is meer dan de maat slaan, maar als je niet weet hoe je de maat moet slaan, is het de vraag of je ooit aan dirigeren toekomt. Slagtechniek voor koordirigenten begint bij de basis en verwerkt de theorie in praktische oefeningen. Ook voor wie al langer voor een koor staat, is het een inspirerend en leerzaam boek. De zorgvuldig vormgegeven slagfiguren zijn glashelder en stimuleren om een ... Read more

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Dirigeren is meer dan de maat slaan, maar als je niet weet hoe je de maat moet slaan, is het de vraag of je ooit aan dirigeren toekomt. Slagtechniek voor koordirigenten begint bij de basis en verwerkt de theorie in praktische oefeningen. Ook voor wie al langer voor een koor staat, is het een inspirerend en leerzaam boek. De zorgvuldig vormgegeven slagfiguren zijn glashelder en stimuleren om een
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On the Principles and Practice of Conducting

by Markand Thakar ...

This book is a practical manual for anyone who stands on a podium helping an ensemble make music. The four main chapters address the major obligations of the conductor: (1) bringing the musical tones to life in the most beautiful,most moving way possible; (2) freeing the mind to fully absorb all the tones; (3) freeing the body of unnecessary tension; and (4) effectively using the freed mind and ... Read more

$26.42 AUD

This book is a practical manual for anyone who stands on a podium helping an ensemble make music. The four main chapters address the major obligations of the conductor: (1) bringing the musical tones to life in the most beautiful,most moving way possible; (2) freeing the mind to fully absorb all the tones; (3) freeing the body of unnecessary tension; and (4) effectively using the freed mind and
... Read more
Educación Escénica: Una propuesta didáctica para los conservatorios profesionales de música

by Francisco Pizarro Gómez ...

"Preparación Escénica para Músicos: Guía de Desarrollo Psicológico y Físico para el Escenario" es el recurso esencial para cualquier músico que quiera mejorar su presencia escénica, superar el miedo escénico, y perfeccionar su postura y movimientos corporales en el escenario. En un mundo donde los conservatorios no ofrecen suficientes herramientas para la preparación psicológica y física para el ... Read more

$12.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

"Preparación Escénica para Músicos: Guía de Desarrollo Psicológico y Físico para el Escenario" es el recurso esencial para cualquier músico que quiera mejorar su presencia escénica, superar el miedo escénico, y perfeccionar su postura y movimientos corporales en el escenario. En un mundo donde los conservatorios no ofrecen suficientes herramientas para la preparación psicológica y física para el
... Read more
Choral Conducting

Philosophy and Practice

by Colin Durrant ...

Choral Conducting: Philosophy and Practice, Second Edition is an updated resource for conductors and singers alike, a college-level text for students of choral conducting that considers conducting and singing from a holistic perspective. This singer-friendly and voice-healthy approach examines the rehearsal environment alongside its musical performance counterpart. The author explores what is ... Read more

$99.26 AUD

Choral Conducting: Philosophy and Practice, Second Edition is an updated resource for conductors and singers alike, a college-level text for students of choral conducting that considers conducting and singing from a holistic perspective. This singer-friendly and voice-healthy approach examines the rehearsal environment alongside its musical performance counterpart. The author explores what is
... Read more
Basic Conducting Techniques

by Joseph A. Labuta, Wendy Matthews ...

Now in its eighth edition, Basic Conducting Techniques provides a clear and intelligible introduction to the art of conducting an ensemble. It has been updated with a greater diversity of repertoire, including contemporary examples and more music by underrepresented composers.Over the course of 14 chapters, the authors explicate the elements of conducting, supplementing their teachings with an ... Read more

$251.68 AUD

Now in its eighth edition, Basic Conducting Techniques provides a clear and intelligible introduction to the art of conducting an ensemble. It has been updated with a greater diversity of repertoire, including contemporary examples and more music by underrepresented composers.Over the course of 14 chapters, the authors explicate the elements of conducting, supplementing their teachings with an
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The Routledge Companion to Women and Musical Leadership

The Nineteenth Century and Beyond

Edited by Laura Hamer, Helen Julia Minors ...

Series series Routledge Music Companions
The Routledge Companion to Women and Musical Leadership: The Nineteenth Century and Beyond provides a comprehensive exploration of women’s participation in musical leadership from the nineteenth century to the present. Global in scope, with contributors from over thirty countries, this book reveals the wide range of ways in which women have taken leadership roles across musical genres and contexts ... Read more

$102.05 AUD

The Routledge Companion to Women and Musical Leadership: The Nineteenth Century and Beyond provides a comprehensive exploration of women’s participation in musical leadership from the nineteenth century to the present. Global in scope, with contributors from over thirty countries, this book reveals the wide range of ways in which women have taken leadership roles across musical genres and contexts
... Read more
Arranger pour chœur et groupe vocal

by Tijs Krammer ...

Vous connaissez l'ambitus de vos chanteurs, vous savez quel morceau vous voulez arranger et qui chantera la ligne principale… et ensuite ? Sera-ce homophone ou non ? Comment rendre ce petit riff de guitare ? Que faire pour donner du groove à la basse ? L'arrangement est un vrai casse-tête. Même avec de solides bases théoriques, on doit sans cesse faire des choix pour adapter une pièce aux voix. ... Read more

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Vous connaissez l'ambitus de vos chanteurs, vous savez quel morceau vous voulez arranger et qui chantera la ligne principale… et ensuite ? Sera-ce homophone ou non ? Comment rendre ce petit riff de guitare ? Que faire pour donner du groove à la basse ? L'arrangement est un vrai casse-tête. Même avec de solides bases théoriques, on doit sans cesse faire des choix pour adapter une pièce aux voix.
... Read more
Culturally Responsive Choral Music Education

What Teachers Can Learn From Nine Students’ Experiences in Three Choirs

by Julia T. Shaw ...

Series series Routledge Focus on Music Education: Culturally Responsive Teaching
Culturally Responsive Choral Music Education visits the classrooms of three ethnically diverse choral teacher-conductors to highlight specific examples of ways that culturally responsive teaching (CRT) can enrich choral music education.Principles of CRT are illustrated in contrasting demographic contexts: a choir serving a sizeable immigrant Hispanic population, a choir with an African American ... Read more

$47.52 AUD

Culturally Responsive Choral Music Education visits the classrooms of three ethnically diverse choral teacher-conductors to highlight specific examples of ways that culturally responsive teaching (CRT) can enrich choral music education.Principles of CRT are illustrated in contrasting demographic contexts: a choir serving a sizeable immigrant Hispanic population, a choir with an African American
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The Score, the Orchestra, and the Conductor

by Gustav Meier ...

Known internationally for his work as a teacher of conducting, Gustav Meier's influence in the field cannot be overstated. In The Score, the Orchestra and the Conductor, Meier demystifies the conductor's craft with explanations and illustrations of what the conductor must know to attain podium success. He provides useful information from the rudimentary to the sophisticated, and offers specific ... Read more

$65.43 AUD

Known internationally for his work as a teacher of conducting, Gustav Meier's influence in the field cannot be overstated. In The Score, the Orchestra and the Conductor, Meier demystifies the conductor's craft with explanations and illustrations of what the conductor must know to attain podium success. He provides useful information from the rudimentary to the sophisticated, and offers specific
... Read more
Growing Your Choral Program

A Practical Guide for New Directors

by Nicolás Alberto Dosman ...

Growing Your Choral Program: A Practical Guide for New Directors is a practical guide for early career choral directors and music educators in search of tangible and simple solutions to problems typical of developing choirs—including church choirs, community choirs, school choirs, and children’s choirs.Nicolás Alberto Dosman tackles various scenarios and real-world issues, both musical and non ... Read more

$38.70 AUD

Growing Your Choral Program: A Practical Guide for New Directors is a practical guide for early career choral directors and music educators in search of tangible and simple solutions to problems typical of developing choirs—including church choirs, community choirs, school choirs, and children’s choirs.Nicolás Alberto Dosman tackles various scenarios and real-world issues, both musical and non
... Read more
Eight Symphonic Masterworks of the Nineteenth Century

A Study Guide for Conductors

by Leonard Slatkin ...

Based on his decades of experience conducting these works, Leonard Slatkin guides readers through eight of the most beloved orchestral pieces of the nineteenth century:· Ludwig van Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3, “Eroica”· Modest Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition (orch. Maurice Ravel)· Hector Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique· Johannes Brahms’s Symphony No. 1· Antonín Dvorák’s Symphony No. 9, “From ... Read more

$43.06 AUD

Based on his decades of experience conducting these works, Leonard Slatkin guides readers through eight of the most beloved orchestral pieces of the nineteenth century:· Ludwig van Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3, “Eroica”· Modest Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition (orch. Maurice Ravel)· Hector Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique· Johannes Brahms’s Symphony No. 1· Antonín Dvorák’s Symphony No. 9, “From
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Bambini in coro

Manuale pratico per la formazione e la direzione corale infantile

by Marta Benciolini ...

Come avvicinare i bambini al canto corale in modo corretto ed efficace? Come costruire un gruppo-coro motivato e coeso? Quale metodologia usare per insegnare a cantare? Come trattare il delicato strumento vocale dei bambini? Quale repertorio scegliere? Quando e come affrontare la polifonia? Come integrare nel coro gli elementi meno dotati?A queste e a molte altre domande risponde Bambini in Coro, ... Read more

$15.49 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

Come avvicinare i bambini al canto corale in modo corretto ed efficace? Come costruire un gruppo-coro motivato e coeso? Quale metodologia usare per insegnare a cantare? Come trattare il delicato strumento vocale dei bambini? Quale repertorio scegliere? Quando e come affrontare la polifonia? Come integrare nel coro gli elementi meno dotati?A queste e a molte altre domande risponde Bambini in Coro,
... Read more
How to Play Chords

In 1 Day - The Only 7 Exercises You Need to Learn Guitar Chords, Piano Chords and Ukulele Chords Today

by Preston Hoffman ...

Series Book 10 - Music
Calling Music Lovers of All Ages!Are you eager to learn some proper chords for your instrument, but don't know where to start?If so, "How to Play Chords: In 1 Day - The Only 7 Exercises You Need to Learn Guitar Chords, Piano Chords, and Ukulele Chords Today" by Preston Hoffman is THE book for you!If you're eager to learn proper chords and play hundreds of songs, then this is the book for you!This ... Read more

$4.94 AUD

Calling Music Lovers of All Ages!Are you eager to learn some proper chords for your instrument, but don't know where to start?If so, "How to Play Chords: In 1 Day - The Only 7 Exercises You Need to Learn Guitar Chords, Piano Chords, and Ukulele Chords Today" by Preston Hoffman is THE book for you!If you're eager to learn proper chords and play hundreds of songs, then this is the book for you!This
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Rehearsing

Critical Connections for the Instrumental Music Conductor

by John F. Colson ...

Following on the heels of his Conducting and Rehearsing the Instrumental Music Ensemble, John F. Colson takes students to the next level in conducting practice with Rehearsing: Critical Connections for the Instrumental Music Conductor. Colson draws together the critical connections for those seeking to become fully capable and self-assured instrumental music conductors. As he argues, too often ... Read more

$94.83 AUD

Following on the heels of his Conducting and Rehearsing the Instrumental Music Ensemble, John F. Colson takes students to the next level in conducting practice with Rehearsing: Critical Connections for the Instrumental Music Conductor. Colson draws together the critical connections for those seeking to become fully capable and self-assured instrumental music conductors. As he argues, too often
... Read more
Starting Out Right

Beginning Band Pedagogy

by Si Millican ...

Starting Out Right: Beginning Band Pedagogy is the only complete resource for organizing, planning, and teaching beginning woodwind, brass, and percussion students. The book covers every aspect of teaching beginning band students from the first sounds on the instruments through the first full-band performances. It is the only comprehensive reference that offers step-by-step guidelines for teaching ... Read more

$116.71 AUD

Starting Out Right: Beginning Band Pedagogy is the only complete resource for organizing, planning, and teaching beginning woodwind, brass, and percussion students. The book covers every aspect of teaching beginning band students from the first sounds on the instruments through the first full-band performances. It is the only comprehensive reference that offers step-by-step guidelines for teaching
... Read more
Arias, Ensembles, & Choruses

An Excerpt Finder for Orchestras

by John Yaffé, David Daniels ...

Series series Music Finders
Conductors John Yaffé and David Daniels have created a one-stop sourcebook for orchestras, opera companies, conductors, and librarians who research and/or prepare programs of vocal excerpts—such as solos, ensembles, and choruses—for concert performance. In this book, readers will find detailed information on a vast repertoire of vocal pieces commonly extracted from operas, operettas, musicals, and ... Read more

$94.83 AUD

Conductors John Yaffé and David Daniels have created a one-stop sourcebook for orchestras, opera companies, conductors, and librarians who research and/or prepare programs of vocal excerpts—such as solos, ensembles, and choruses—for concert performance. In this book, readers will find detailed information on a vast repertoire of vocal pieces commonly extracted from operas, operettas, musicals, and
... Read more
Técnicas de creatividad musical: Introducción al conocimiento de la armonía y el contrapunto

Un método práctico y ágil para desarrollar la intuición musical y la percepción auditiva

by Edgar Ferrer ...

Las presentes Técnicas de creatividad musical del maestro Edgar Ferrer te aportarán una metodología para aprender armonía y contrapunto intuitivamente, es decir, desde un punto de vista práctico y con espíritu de juego; como se dice en inglés, "to play". El aprendizaje será gradual: las técnicas actuarán como vehículo y tu propia creatividad como motor.Para comenzar bastará con que poseas una base ... Read more

$11.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

Las presentes Técnicas de creatividad musical del maestro Edgar Ferrer te aportarán una metodología para aprender armonía y contrapunto intuitivamente, es decir, desde un punto de vista práctico y con espíritu de juego; como se dice en inglés, "to play". El aprendizaje será gradual: las técnicas actuarán como vehículo y tu propia creatividad como motor.Para comenzar bastará con que poseas una base
... Read more
How To Discover Your True Voice

by Kenneth Woanyah ...

About the bookCreating music is an art meant for anyone with the genuine desire to be heard.The world has become fast paced, and there's an information overload that makes one begin to lose sight of the necessary details.There are thousands of great songs out there, but there's room for more!This book offers insights into the song writing process, as well as tips that can help any talented ... Read more

$8.99 AUD

About the bookCreating music is an art meant for anyone with the genuine desire to be heard.The world has become fast paced, and there's an information overload that makes one begin to lose sight of the necessary details.There are thousands of great songs out there, but there's room for more!This book offers insights into the song writing process, as well as tips that can help any talented
... Read more
Conducting Opera

Where Theater Meets Music

by Joseph Rescigno ...

Conducting Opera discusses operas in the standard repertory from the perspective of a conductor with a lifetime of experience performing them. It focuses on Joseph Rescigno’s approach to preparing and performing these masterworks in order to realize what opera can uniquely achieve: a fusion of music and drama resulting in a whole that is greater than the sum of its parts. Opening with a chapter ... Read more

$26.82 AUD

Conducting Opera discusses operas in the standard repertory from the perspective of a conductor with a lifetime of experience performing them. It focuses on Joseph Rescigno’s approach to preparing and performing these masterworks in order to realize what opera can uniquely achieve: a fusion of music and drama resulting in a whole that is greater than the sum of its parts. Opening with a chapter
... Read more
I'm a Choir Director??!

Rehearsing even the rowdiest volunteer choir and loving every minute of it.

by Joel F Plaag ...

How many volunteer choir directors come to the podium with little to no knowledge? How many of us have been put into positions of leadership in churches, community choruses, or various choruses with little or no knowledge or experience in directing? This book is part how-to, part how-it-is, and part how-it-happens to become a better choral director, conductor, musician, and leader. Through stories ... Read more

$17.91 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

How many volunteer choir directors come to the podium with little to no knowledge? How many of us have been put into positions of leadership in churches, community choruses, or various choruses with little or no knowledge or experience in directing? This book is part how-to, part how-it-is, and part how-it-happens to become a better choral director, conductor, musician, and leader. Through stories
... Read more

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