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l Choir Builders for Growing Voices (24 More
Vocal Exercises for Warm-up & Workout)
—Rollo Dilworth. This second volume of the popular
series offers 24 more warm-ups and workouts.
Strengthen phrasing and breath control, use
dynamic expression, enhance independent and
harmonic singing, perform accurate articulations,
swing eighths and syncopation patterns, practice
proper diction, rhythm accuracy, and more.
Sing along with the demonstration tracks on the
enclosed CD, or use the accompaniment-only
tracks for ear training and assessment options.
12 of the exercises also offer optional Orff and
percussion accompaniment parts.
10429105 Unison Reproducible
Book/CD Volume 2 . . . . . . . 19.99
H Choral Approach to Sight Singing—Emily Crocker
& Joyce Eilers. Here is an exciting sight-singing
method for middle school and junior high choirs!
This method begins at square one, assuming
no previous training. With logical organization
and sequencing, it moves quickly, is easy to
use, and will give you quick results. Harmonically
combinable exercises develop rhythmic and melodic
independence, and the three-part mixed songs may
be sung a cappella or accompanied. Volume One
stresses rhythmic concepts; Volume Two harmonic
and melodic concepts.
1750751 Three-Part Mixed Director's Score
Volume 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.99
1750769 Three-Part Mixed Singer's Edition
Volume 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
1750793 Three-Part Mixed Director's Score
Volume 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.99
1750801 Three-Part Mixed Singer's Edition
Volume 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
n Choral Conducting Master Set (Choral
Techniques and Methods & Artistic Musical
Conducting)—Donald Neuen. All seven videos
or DVDs, also available separately, are packaged
together in this bargain-priced set: Artistic Musical
Conducting, Volume 1; Artistic Musical Conducting,
Volume 2; Energy, Beauty and Placement;
Individual Section Characteristics; A Unified
Approach to Vowel Formation; The Power of Words
and Rhythmic Interest and Forward Motion. This set
is a wise investment that will bring many rewards
for you and your students for many years to come!
5982368 DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109.95
n The Choral Director as Voice Teacher (DVD
Kit)—Linda Spevacek. Choral singing is an extension
of proper phonation from each individual singer,
and this 2 1/2 hour master class on DVD is a
gold mine of techniques, concepts, and practical
exercises to improve singing at every stage of
vocal development. Singers and conductors will
appreciate Linda Spevacek's mastery in harnessing
the entire body for focused tone production. Enjoy
Linda's enthusiasm as she introduces and works
with a room full of choral directors just like you.
Watch her put her ideas into practice by leading the
assembled group through three octavos (included
in the kit) and see firsthand how she incorporates
the powerful techniques she has developed. More
than an idea bank for proven vocal techniques, this
is a comprehensive, practical approach to choral
and musical excellence - an invaluable resource for
every choral director!
10016383 DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59.95
n Choral Perspectives (Chant and Beyond)—
Paul Salamunovich. Paul Salamunovich, Grammy-
nominated conductor emeritus of the Los Angeles
Master Chorale, discusses why his concepts
of tone, style and musicianship are rooted in
chant. In addition to sharing his expertise in
interviews, the maestro rehearses Durufle and
Lauridsen with university singers. This DVD
enables the viewer to experience his artistry from
a choir member's perspective.
10010171 DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39.95
n Choral Perspectives (Perpetual Inspiration)—
Weston Noble. For 60 years Weston Noble has been
touching hearts, nurturing minds and changing the
lives of musicians for the better. By providing insight
into what has sustained this legendary conductor
as his legacy has grown, this DVD is a valuable
tool for improving conductor preparation and
otherwise offering enlightenment to conductors
and choral singers.
10010170 DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39.95
n Choral Singing in Latin (A Teacher's Guide
for Presenting Latin Texts)—Darwin Sanders.
Nationally recognized language and diction
specialist Darwin Sanders teaches pronunciation
for over 35 of the most common Latin texts used
in choral singing. Each text is spoken by the expert
and echoed by an on-screen ensemble. A helpful
reference DVD for choral singers and conductors!
10010169 DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95
n Choral Techniques and Methods (A Unified
Approach to Vowel Formation)—Donald Neuen.
This video starts with a discussion of language and
sound, and continues with a series of concepts
and exercises that will help your choir master this
essential component of singing. Your singers can
keep the handouts in their choral folders to refer to
so they can remember these techniques.
5982364 DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17.95
n Choral Techniques and Methods (Complete
Set of 5)—Donald Neuen. The five videos or DVDs
in Donald Neuen's Choral Techniques and Methods
series are packaged together in this bargain-
priced set. Each is also available separately:
Energy, Beauty and Placement; Individual Section
Characteristics; A Unified Approach to Vowel
Formation; The Power of Words and Rhythmic
Interest and Forward Motion. These videos present
key concepts developed by professor Neuen over
his nearly fifty years conducting choirs of every
type. From these videos, singers will learn to share
the vocabulary of music with their conductors as
they become partners in pursuit of the highest
standards of musical excellence!
5982367 DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79.95
n Choral Techniques and Methods (Energy,
Beauty and Placement)—Donald Neuen. This
video discusses sound and fine singing. In order to
teach and lead a choir successfully one must know
not only what to teach, and how to teach it, but how
to inspire people so they will want to learn. Here,
Donald Neuen gives you a foundation upon which
all of your future teaching may rest.
5982362 DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17.95
n Choral Techniques and Methods (The Power
of Words)—Donald Neuen. This video discusses
the unique role of the vocal musician as a conduit
for verbal as well as musical meaning. Singers are
not only technicians and musicians, but dramatic
actors as well. They have a unique opportunity to
communicate directly with their audience. In this
video you will learn how to teach your choir to deliver
text with understandability, meaning and color.
5982365 DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17.95
n The Choral Warm-Up: Accompanied Canons
for Choirs—James Jordan & Roger Ames. This
addition to the successful Choral Warm-Up
series provides one of the most important tools in
teaching elements of choral intonation: canons.
By singing canons, the ensemble can develop
(often for the first time) listening skills that require
"listening to someone other than yourself." These
modal canons extend the listening even further
by adding harmonically supportive and enriching
accompaniments. Choir directors seeking to
improve the musicianship, vocal skills and intonation
of their singers will find these modal canons to be an
outstanding addition to their library of warm-ups!
10355536 SATB Singer's Edition . . . . . . 2.25
H Choral Warmup Collection—ed. Sally Albrecht.
The Choral Warmup Collection is an incredible new
resource that contains warm-ups for every situation
and focuses on many different vocal areas. This
superb sourcebook features 167 favorite warm-
ups contributed by 51 choral directors from across
the nation. The text is organized into several
categories, including: Beginning Warmups;
Breathing; Vowels; Flexibility; Intervals; Intonation;
Blend; Phrasing; and Diction. Clear objectives for
each exercise are included with practical and time-
saving techniques that will ensure success with
singers of any age. Choral directors will quickly
adopt this tool as an indispensable part of their
artistic and vibrant choral program!
3298107 Unison Choral Score . . . . . . 24.99
n The Choral Warm-Up (Method, Procedures,
Planning, and Core Vocal Exercises)—James
Jordan. Here is a comprehensive guide to teaching
healthy vocal technique through designing an
efficient choral warm-up that gives the choir
"tools" to sing and hear better. Among the topics
presented are alignment (using Alexander Body
Mapping principles), inhalation, exhalation, support,
resonance, vowel colors, leaps, range extension,
crescendo/decrescendo, martellato, staccato,
diction, rhythm and consistent tempo, and intonation.
Vocalises are included, with accompaniments and
modulations upward and downward. The 24 Core
Vocal Exercises make up Chapter 20 of the text book,
and are also featured on the attached CD. The soft-
cover Accompanist Supplement includes the 24 Core
Vocal Exercises, piano accompaniments complete
with modulations, and the same demonstration CD
that comes with the text. This is much more than a
choral warm-up book!
8068965 Book/CD Pack . . . . . . . . . . 39.95
8068966 Book/CD Pack
Accompanist Supplement . . 26.95
3303436 CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
3303437 Packets Index Cards . . . . . . 25.95
H The Complete Choral Warm-Up Book—Russell
Robinson & Jay Althouse. Here's the easiest-to-
use book of warm-ups ever, with enough warm-ups
for years of rehearsals! There are 211 warm-ups
in all, carefully organized into eight practical
categories: Warm-Ups to Begin the Rehearsal;
Transitional Warm-Ups; Warm-Ups with Fun
Texts and Syllables; Chordal Warm-Ups; Warm-
Ups Featuring Interval Training; Jazz/Pop/Swing
Warm-Ups; Just for Church Choirs and Rounds.
Dozens of photos, which illustrate correct posture
and vowel formation, highlight the five chapters of
insightful text, entitled: Why Warm Up?; Warm-Up
Considerations for Different Age Groups; The
Warm-Up Before the Performance; Procedures and
Precautions and Rest and the Voice. Whether you're
an experienced choral director or just starting your
first job, you'll want to have this valuable resource
handy at all times, and your choir will benefit from
it, too!
1994821 Unison Choral Score . . . . . . 23.99
n Creating Artistry Through Movement
(Dalcroze Eurythmics in the Choral Setting)
—Henry Leck & R. J. David Frego. Through Dalcroze
Eurythmics, singers can enjoy the benefits
of expressive movement to enhance choral
performance. This one-hour DVD provides a step-
by-step approach to the use of Dalcroze within the
classroom or rehearsal setting, and offers a guide to
building choral artistry through movement.
3303385 DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34.99
n Creative Rehearsal Techniques—Russell
Robinson. This attractive video is a presentation
showing actual footage of Dr. Robinson at
workshop events as he teaches directors creative
rehearsal techniques. You will see him discuss the
challenges of today's choral classroom with candor
and humor, while addressing the real problems
directors face and presenting practical solutions. A
valuable resource for teachers at every level!
10009101 Choral DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . 34.99
n Daily Workout for a Beautiful Voice—Charlotte
Adams. This is an incredible voice training video
no choir director should be without! The video
demonstrates techniques for voice building such
as physical movement and mental imagery with
simple yet effective exercises. These points are
demonstrated in an actual rehearsal setting. The
vocal exercises, and the physical motions that
accompany them, free the voice while generating
healthy vocal production. The simple, versatile
exercises are effective for both men and women.
Use these exercises daily and you will be surprised
and thrilled with the instant vocal production!
3303251 DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95
1826924 Singer's Edition . . . . . . . . . . 1.75
Help your student leaders reach
their potential!
Leadership
Success
Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser,
Pat Sheridan, Jon Gomez &
Scott Lang. This fabulous new
tool can help you bring the sage
advice of the very best motivational
speakers to student musicians!
Thought-provoking discussions deal
with issues of leadership in a very
down-to-earth, human way. The
DVD and CD-ROM format offers
great flexibility to allow students
to become engaged in important
character development issues that
affect every aspect of your music
program, and, more importantly,
their lives. They can learn from this
program individually, or, as a group.
Discussions deal with important
topics with great insight and a touch
of humor, so the message really hits
home with students. Some of the
topics covered include: Types of
Leadership; Prejudices; Goal Setting;
Cornerstones; Communication;
Whose Job Is It?; Leadership
Applications and much, much
more. There are 67 downloadable
documents filled with rich curricula,
student activities, worksheets,
essays, instructional stories. Each
document can be tailored to meet
your individual program's needs.
Whether developing leaders in a
band, orchestra, choral or church
music group, don't miss this
wonderful chance to help your
students reach their potential. You
will want every secondary and
college level student who aspires to
leadership roles to experience this!
5984159 DVD/CD-ROM. . . . . . 59.95
"Mini voice lessons"
Warmup! 20
Purpose Driven
Etudes to
Develop Essential
Choral Skills
Gary Walth. Here's a perfect
set of warm-ups for the choral
ensemble that's designed to
enhance and stimulate the growth
of each member's vocal and choral
ability. Thinking of the warm-up
as a "mini voice lesson," you can
reinforce concepts with consistent
encouragement, criticism, problem-
solving and praise. This practical
volume will help the conductor
provide purposeful leadership and
develop artistry in each individual
through exercises for breath
support, open tone, flexibility, vowel
uniformity, balance, intonation and
much more. Each exercise includes
a notated keyboard accompaniment
with multiple modulations and
professional recordings of a rhythm
section and singers performing each
drill on the enhanced CD.
10455065 SATB Book/CD Pack . 34.99
