Voice Training for Choirs and Schools

Originally published in 1912, this book provides a guide to the organisation of singing classes in schools for male and female children.

Cyril Bradley Rootham (Author)

9781107504943, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 21 May 2015

158 pages
24.4 x 17 x 0.9 cm, 0.26 kg

Originally published in 1912, this book was written by the renowned British musician and educator Cyril Bradley Rootham (1875–1938). It provides a guide to the organisation of singing classes in schools for male and female children. The text is divided into two main parts: part one is based around a discussion of voice training techniques and the development of choirs; part two contains a series of musical scores for use in classes. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in music teaching, choral music and the history of education.

1. Value of vocal training for boys and girls
2. Treatment of the young voice
3. The teacher and his qualifications
4. Formation of a church choir or school chorus
5. Procedure in the practice-room
6. Production of tone
7. Expression
8. Singing out of tune
9. The approach of puberty
10. Selection of music
11. Exercises
Appendix.

Subject Areas: Music [AV]