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Growing Your Choral Program

A Practical Guide for New Directors
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Growing Your Choral Program: A Practical Guide for New Directors is a practical guide for early career choral directors and music educators in search of tangible and simple solutions to problems typical of developing choirs--including church choirs, community choirs, school choirs, and children's choirs. Nicolas Alberto Dosman tackles various scenarios and real-world issues, both musical and non-musical, that often go unaddressed in choral education programs. Some topics include: Choral philosophies and approaches Programming Logistical concerns Simple strategies for notational literacy and vocal technique Diverse repertoire selections Choral program management Leadership skills Lesson and rehearsal planning Whether you are a new choral director at a school, church, or community choir, this book will help you navigate challenging moments that are common for developing choirs.
Nicolas Alberto Dosman is director of choirs and assistant professor of teaching at the University of California Davis. Dosman has held positions as a church musician, community choir director, and educator.
"This book is extremely insightful and will help focus new or seasoned choral conductors on the importance of student engagement. This is a must read for every choral conductor, regardless of grade level or length of service to the profession." --Kellori Dower, dean, Visual & Performing Arts, Cypress College; Past-President, National Collegiate Choral Organization
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