Description
Now in its second edition, Choral Repertoire is the definitive and comprehensive one-volume presentation of the canon of the Western choral tradition. Designed for conductors and directors, students and teachers of choral music, amateur and professional singers, scholars, and interested vocal enthusiasts alike, it is an account of the complete choral output of the most significant composers of this genre throughout recorded history. Organized by era (Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern), Choral Repertoire covers general characteristics of each historical era; trends and styles unique to various countries; biographical sketches of over 500 composers; and performance annotations of more than 5,000 individual works. This book has been an essential guide to programming, a reference tool for program notes and other research, and, most importantly, a key resource for conductors, instructors, scholars, and students of choral music. This new edition features dozens of additional composers, updated biographical data, and broadly expanded scholarship that brings new life to this essential text.
About the Author
Dennis Shrock has been hailed for his accomplishments as conductor, scholar, and teacher. He has received rave reviews for his performances with the Santa Fe Desert Chorale, and has taught at institutions that include the University of Mississippi, the University of Southern California, Yale University, Boston University, the University of Oklahoma, and Westminster Choir College. Awards for his work include an official proclamation from the city of Santa Fe, a presidential professorship from the University of Oklahoma, and an alumni merit award from Westminster Choir college.
Reviews
Choral Repertoire is the essential source for both quick reference and extended study of choral music. This text should be in the library of every choral conductor and aspiring student. Dennis Shrock is the quintessential choral scholar of our day. * Dr. Donald Trott, Director of Choral Activities, University of Mississippi *
Any choral musician who thinks they don't need another book hasn't seen this new edition of Dennis Shrock's comprehensive tome covering not only 588 different important choral composers of note, but 58 additions including more women composers and composers of color. Organized by period, by country, and by composer, this invaluable resource is a must for every choral conductor, whether student or master! Dennis has done it again-researched the field and given us the most up-to-date information on the western choral canon! * Dr. Charlene Archibeque, Professor Emerita, San Jose State University *
Dennis Shrock's new edition of Choral Repertoire incorporates a wealth of meticulously researched composers in response to the expansion of the art form. This overview-as explained in his preface-is focused on western choral composers and their music. As was the case with Shrock's 1st edition, this comprehensive text is chronologically structured, geographically contextualized, and is a must-have for international choral music scholars, educators, and conductors. * Dr. Gregory Gentry, Director of Choral Studies and Lynn Whitten Choral Music Faculty Fellow, University of Colorado Boulder *
A major contribution to the history and literature of choral music. A vital and necessary addition to the library shelves, certain to be referred to regularly. * Pasatiempo *
Choral Repertoire is an invaluable resource book for the choral conductor, conducting student and choral singer. It should be a part of the curriculum of any music education or conductor degree program. It rightfully deserves a place among the standard music reference publications. Dennis Shrock has provided us with a must-have! * Joseph Jennings, Music Director, Chanticleer *
Dr. Dennis Shrock is indisputably one of the very top choral scholars in the United States. Add to this his expertise as a choral director and you have a superbly qualified author. Every choral director should have this compact, scholarly, practical historical survey of our field. It reads superbly, yet with ease. What a treasure! * Weston Noble, Professor Emeritus, Luther College (Decorah, Iowa) *
This is the most complete volume on choral music ever written. This is for all choral enthusiasts; professionals, singers, conductors, academicians, students both graduate and undergraduate, church musicians * whatever your interest, this is a book for you. It is fascinating reading, whether you are researching a specific composer or seeking ideas for repertoire. Details abound!Vance George, Freelance Conductor and Conductor Emeritus, San Francisco Symphony Chorus *
Book Information
ISBN 9780197622407
Author Dennis Shrock
Format Hardback
Page Count 928
Imprint Oxford University Press Inc
Publisher Oxford University Press Inc
Weight(grams) 1737g
Dimensions(mm) 187mm * 261mm * 60mm
About the Author
Dennis Shrock has been hailed for his accomplishments as conductor, scholar, and teacher. He has received rave reviews for his performances with the Santa Fe Desert Chorale, and has taught at institutions that include the University of Mississippi, the University of Southern California, Yale University, Boston University, the University of Oklahoma, and Westminster Choir College. Awards for his work include an official proclamation from the city of Santa Fe, a presidential professorship from the University of Oklahoma, and an alumni merit award from Westminster Choir college.
Reviews
Choral Repertoire is the essential source for both quick reference and extended study of choral music. This text should be in the library of every choral conductor and aspiring student. Dennis Shrock is the quintessential choral scholar of our day. * Dr. Donald Trott, Director of Choral Activities, University of Mississippi *
Any choral musician who thinks they don't need another book hasn't seen this new edition of Dennis Shrock's comprehensive tome covering not only 588 different important choral composers of note, but 58 additions including more women composers and composers of color. Organized by period, by country, and by composer, this invaluable resource is a must for every choral conductor, whether student or master! Dennis has done it again-researched the field and given us the most up-to-date information on the western choral canon! * Dr. Charlene Archibeque, Professor Emerita, San Jose State University *
Dennis Shrock's new edition of Choral Repertoire incorporates a wealth of meticulously researched composers in response to the expansion of the art form. This overview-as explained in his preface-is focused on western choral composers and their music. As was the case with Shrock's 1st edition, this comprehensive text is chronologically structured, geographically contextualized, and is a must-have for international choral music scholars, educators, and conductors. * Dr. Gregory Gentry, Director of Choral Studies and Lynn Whitten Choral Music Faculty Fellow, University of Colorado Boulder *
A major contribution to the history and literature of choral music. A vital and necessary addition to the library shelves, certain to be referred to regularly. * Pasatiempo *
Choral Repertoire is an invaluable resource book for the choral conductor, conducting student and choral singer. It should be a part of the curriculum of any music education or conductor degree program. It rightfully deserves a place among the standard music reference publications. Dennis Shrock has provided us with a must-have! * Joseph Jennings, Music Director, Chanticleer *
Dr. Dennis Shrock is indisputably one of the very top choral scholars in the United States. Add to this his expertise as a choral director and you have a superbly qualified author. Every choral director should have this compact, scholarly, practical historical survey of our field. It reads superbly, yet with ease. What a treasure! * Weston Noble, Professor Emeritus, Luther College (Decorah, Iowa) *
This is the most complete volume on choral music ever written. This is for all choral enthusiasts; professionals, singers, conductors, academicians, students both graduate and undergraduate, church musicians * whatever your interest, this is a book for you. It is fascinating reading, whether you are researching a specific composer or seeking ideas for repertoire. Details abound!Vance George, Freelance Conductor and Conductor Emeritus, San Francisco Symphony Chorus *
Book Information
ISBN 9780197622407
Author Dennis Shrock
Format Hardback
Page Count 928
Imprint Oxford University Press Inc
Publisher Oxford University Press Inc
Weight(grams) 1737g
Dimensions(mm) 187mm * 261mm * 60mm
