(From the Choral Journal article “An Interview with Vladislav Chernushenko, Director of the Saint Petersburg Conservatory and Glinka Cappella” by John Stuhr-Rommereim) [Responding to the current need of Russian music education . . . ] From my vantage point, the current needs of music education in Russia are first and foremost material in nature. […]
Composition Spotlight: Among the Signs
Composition Spotlight ~ by Jack Senzig (Each week we look at a piece of useful repertoire from the ChoralNet Community Composition Showcase. A variety of voicings and levels of difficulty will be presented. Enjoy!) Among the Signs by Robinson McClellan for SAB a cappella (click for PDF, audio, or perusal video) Level: Small […]
Scholarly Abstractions: Comparing Kodály Resources
Box, Corrie Ann. A Qualitative Comparison of “The Kodály Method” by Lois Choksy and “Kodály Today” by Michael Houlahan and Philp Tacka. Master of Music Education thesis. Texas State University-San Marcos, 2008. The purpose of this study was to compare two North American adaptations of the Kodály philosophy. The Kodály Method (1999) by […]
Stick Time: Become A Coaching Staff of One
The day after a football game, the team's coaching staff reviews game film. The line coach studies the performance of the big guys up front. The running back coach examines the performance of the ball carriers. The quarterback coach scrutinizes the passer. They then consult with the head coach and make corrections as necessary to […]
It’s About the Phrase: A Single Word
Opportunity Knocking: International Symposium Seeks Papers
CALL for PAPERS AND PRESENTATIONS *The Phenomenon of Singing International Symposium IX* July 7-10, 2013 – St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada If you are interested in singing… The place to be in the summer of 2013 is Newfoundland and Labrador. Indulge your musical, creative and scholarly spirit and join us for this exciting event! […]