KM 956 - Choral Studies, Level II(2.00 cr.)
Participants continue studying Kodály choral techniques and rehearsal strategies. Participants enhance and improve conducting skills through posture and stance, clear and concise patterns, the anacrusis, attacks, releases, and establishing and maintaining tempo. Participants also conduct music appropriate for children's choirs at the elementary level.
During the choir segment, participants have an opportunity to perform choral masterpieces from all periods, arrangements of folk music of various styles, and recent compositions. Studies include interpretation, musical style, principles of choral singing, and application of solfa in learning new music. The ensemble performs at the closing concert on the final Friday of the evening program.
Restrictions: Restricted to Kodály music program students.
Sessions Typically Offered: Summer Years Typically Offered: Annually
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