Essential Musicianship Book 1 – Choral Student Book

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Essential Musicianship Book 1 – Choral Student Book

“Essential Musicianship Book 1 – Choral Student Book” is an ideal educational tool for young singers and beginning choirs, typically recommended for students in grades 6-8. Spanning 180 pages, this book is carefully structured to enhance the foundational musical skills of students through a comprehensive and sequential choral method.

The book is organised into twenty chapters, each focusing on a specific musical concept. These concepts are introduced in a theory section, which provides a thorough explanation and background to ensure students have a solid understanding of the fundamental principles of music. Following the theory, the sight-reading section offers practical exercises that allow students to apply what they have learned in a controlled setting, reinforcing their skills through active participation.

Performance is a key component of this method, and each chapter culminates in the application of the learned concepts through the performance of a song. This approach not only helps in solidifying the students’ knowledge and skills but also enhances their confidence and enjoyment in making music. The book includes a diverse repertoire of 37 practice and performance songs, carefully selected to suit mixed, treble, and tenor bass choirs, making it versatile for different voice types and choir arrangements.

“Essential Musicianship Book 1” provides a variety of drills and exercises designed to develop skills in reading music, vocal technique, and musical expression. These activities are crafted to be engaging and educational, promoting continuous learning and improvement among students.

This choral student book is an invaluable resource for music educators seeking a structured and effective curriculum for teaching young singers. It offers a balanced mix of theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and performance experience, making it a comprehensive guide for developing essential musicianship in beginning choral students. Whether used in classroom settings or individual study, this book is designed to foster a deep and lasting understanding of music for young choristers.

Contents Includes:

• Rain
• 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
• Dance!
• O Music, Sweet Music
• King William
• Hosanna
• The Call
• Hey Diddle Diddle!
• Let Us Chase The Squirrel
• Betty Botter
• Alleluia
• Oh Soldier, Soldier
• The Hunt
• The Bells