How To Be a Successful Choir Director (Book)

John Bertalot

Dr John Bertalot has drawn on more than forty years’ experience as a renowned choir director and organist to share his knowledge and expertise with those who, like himself, are dedicated to the highest standards of choral training and musical expression. His practical guidance is clear and detailed, illumined by his use of apt analogy, personal anecdote and lively humour, and informed throughout by his psychological and spiritual insights and Christian convictions.

Table of Contents

Encourage punctuality
Begin rehearsals efficiently
Cure irregular attendance
Raise musical standards
Make demands on your choir
Conduct more creatively
Train your choir to listen to you
Teach them how to breathe
Singing as well on Sunday as at rehearsal
An inspiring experience - Miss Marjorie Thomas
Stop your singers talking
Keep your singers in order
Watch out for the second law of thermodynamics
Ten basic musical points for every rehearsal
Create a positive atmosphere
Warm-ups
More tips about singing in tune
Some more advanced techniques
Some hints for organists
Playing right notes confidently and musically
More practical tips
Random hints for church choir practice
Rehearsal techniques at a glance
Searching questions which demand action
Running a children's choir
Problems with clergy - and others
New music
The new choir director
The Christian element
Finding sufficient energy to lead a rehearsal at the end of a busy day
A lesson in dedication - Sir David Willcocks
Five key words
This is what it's all about - A personal experience
Useful Addresses

Length:	179 pages
Format:	Softcover
Publish Date:	2002
Published By:	Kevin Mayhew
ISBN:	1840038659