The calling of choir director is a sacred stewardship, and those who accept this assignment are tasked with the responsibility of setting a tone of reverence and rejoicing in Church meetings. In The Song of the Righteous, seasoned choir director and Mormon Tabernacle Choir member Michael D. Young shares his insights into how to prepare, both spiritually and technically, to fulfill this important calling. Instruction ranges from how to hold a baton to choosing and arranging music to bolstering choir attendance. With an extensive appendix that explains musical terms, suggests warm-up exercises, and provides links to music purchasing options, this book is a must read for choir directors at any experience level.
Language
English
Format
Kindle Edition
Release
October 01, 2018
The Song of the Righteous: A Choir Director's Handbook
The calling of choir director is a sacred stewardship, and those who accept this assignment are tasked with the responsibility of setting a tone of reverence and rejoicing in Church meetings. In The Song of the Righteous, seasoned choir director and Mormon Tabernacle Choir member Michael D. Young shares his insights into how to prepare, both spiritually and technically, to fulfill this important calling. Instruction ranges from how to hold a baton to choosing and arranging music to bolstering choir attendance. With an extensive appendix that explains musical terms, suggests warm-up exercises, and provides links to music purchasing options, this book is a must read for choir directors at any experience level.