Basic Conducting Techniques (Seventh Edition)

Synopsis

Basic Conducting Techniques, Seventh Edition, provides a clear and intelligible introduction to the art of conducting an ensemble. Over the course of fourteen chapters, the authors explicate the elements of conducting, supplementing their teachings with an extensive selection of musical examples from the classical repertoire. Practical and innovative, clear and approachable, this text illuminates the essential skills a beginning conductor should develop to lead and rehearse a performing group.

This new edition features:

chapters rewritten to highlight important information and show connections between different sections

a new chapter on expressive conducting, consisting of expanded and updated content

select full scores in the "Musical Excerpts" section

excerpts with transpositions for each chapter, allowing easy access for class performance

a new companion website, which includes the scores and transpositions for all musical excerpts, audio recordings of the excerpts, and demonstration videos modeling specific techniques for each chapter.

With the beginning conductor in mind, this hands-on, competency-centered approach is appropriate for mixed classes of choral and instrumental music majors, providing indispensable versatility for students and practicing conductors alike. Rooted in decades of teaching and conducting experience, Basic Conducting Techniques is the essential guide to the principles of conducting.

Copyright:

2018

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

Book Size:

339 Pages

ISBN-13:

9781317220411

Related ISBNs:

9781138656994, 9781138656987, 9781315621593

Publisher:

Taylor and Francis

Date of Addition:

08/23/18

Copyrighted By:

Taylor and Francis

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Education, Music

Submitted By:

Bookshare Staff

Usage Restrictions:

This is a copyrighted book.