FIVE FROM THE FOLDER: LATIN AMERICAN FOR MIXED VOICES by Cristian Grases 1. “El Santigüao.” Federico Ruiz. Published in the book “Makumbebe” by Carus CA.230200 Prelude and Fugue on a Venezuelan theme. Powerfully written and rhythmically intricate 2. “Jubiaba.” by Carlos Alberto Pinto Fonseca. Earthsongs S-149 A magical recreation of a candomble ceremony that shifts […]
MORE Inclusiveness in Music Education
In a recent column, we highlighted a survey that sought to better understand current trends regarding how students with divergent needs are being included in a music education environment. Another researcher is seeking information on this important educational topic. This brief survey will glean information on educators’ training, perception, involvement, and needs relative to […]
“Five from the Folder: Women’s Voices” by Lisa Fredenburgh
FIVE FROM THE FOLDER: WOMEN’S VOICES by Lisa Fredenburgh 1. "Be like the Bird." Abbie Betinis. Any voicing. Self-published A round that is beautiful and somewhat challenging. Surprising lines and textures and a hopeful text. 2. "Bring me Little Water Silvie." Huddie Ledbetter arr. Moira Smiley. SSAA. Self-published American tune with body percussion. Flexible style […]
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“Five from the Folder: Vocal Jazz” by James McCullough
FIVE FROM THE FOLDER: VOCAL JAZZ by James McCullough 1. “For Once in My Life.” arr. Kirk Marcy. SMP08-017 Up tempo samba with solo vocal feature. Solo is an interpretation of the melody. I give it a grade 4 out of 6. Fair amount of repetition in voicings and rhythmic figures to make it […]
GUEST BLOG: “The STP Treatment” by Thomas R. Vozzella
THE “STP” TREATMENT by Thomas R. Vozzella Ever wonder why church choirs seem non-committal? Is it that they “are” non-committal, or we, as conductors, have forgotten the “STP” treatment – Share the Plan, as I like to call it. Think back to our college days when we received a syllabus from the professor […]