Directing the Choral Music Program, Second Edition, is a comprehensive introduction to developing and managing choral music programs from elementary through high school to adult levels. Broad in scope and practical in orientation, the book is structured around three basic units-the administrative process, rehearsal and performance planning, and choral techniques. In addition to core topics-including recruitment and auditioning, classroom management, vocal development, and curriculum and performance planning-it covers singing pedagogy and its relationship to physical anatomy, the philosophy of choral music education, the history of choral conducting, and the new National Standards for Music Education (2014). The author also presents material on directing show choirs and musicals, teaching sight-reading skills, working with adolescent singers, and organizing choir tours, festivals, and contests.

Table of Contents:
Preface: UNIT 1. CHORAL ADMINISTRATION 1. Becoming a Choral Music Director The Professional Choral Music Educator Qualifications for the Choral Conductor Historical Perspectives Future Directions Study and Discussion Questions References 2. Developing a Philosophy for the Music Program Intrinsic versus Extrinsic Values Shaping Your Philosophy of Music Education A Rationale for Music Education Advocacy for Music in the Schools Study and Discussion Questions References 3. Promoting and Recruiting for Choral Success Building a Public Relations Program The Choir Newsletter Recruiting Choristers Using Standardized Tests Study and Discussion Questions References 4. Planning, Building, and Managing the Choral Program Designing the Choral Curriculum Budgetary Procedures Music Supplies, Equipment, and Concert Attire The Choral Music Library Study and Discussion Questions References 5. Processing the Flow of Information Written Communication Evaluating and Reporting Achievement Lesson Planning Informing Others Study and Discussion Questions References 6. Technology for the Choral Director Scott L. Phillips: Technology in the Choral Program Planning for Technology Electronic Communication Technology in Rehearsal and Performance Study and Discussion Questions References Unit 1. Optional Projects A Rationale for Teaching Music Preparing Promotion Materials Lesson Planning Music Technology UNIT 2. REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE PLANNING 7. Working with Adolescent Singers The Nature of Adolescents The Female Voice Change The Male Voice Change Appropriate Part Voicings Study and Discussion Questions References 8. Classroom Management and Choir Conduct Attributes of Good Teaching Four Modes of Discipline Basic Rules, Consequences, and Enlisting Help Guidelines for Classroom Management Study and Discussion Questions References 9. Choosing the Music Guidelines for Choosing Quality Literature Locating Quality Choral Literature Programming Objectives Programming Music with a Sacred Text Study and Discussion Questions References 10. Preparing the Choral Rehearsal and Music The Rehearsal Schedule The Rehearsal Format Preparing the Music Placement of Singers Study and Discussion Questions References 11. Organizing Performances Concert Preparation Choir Tours Choral Festivals Competitions Study and Discussion Questions References 12. Popular Music Presentations Broadway Musical Productions Swing Choirs Show Choirs Vocal Jazz Ensembles Study and Discussion Questions References Selected Bibliography for Broadway Musical Productions Unit 2. Optional Projects Code of Conduct Show Choir Choreography Choral Rehearsal Observation UNIT 3. CHORAL TECHNIQUES 13. Teaching the Singers to Sing Auditioning the Students Guidelines for Voice Classification Warm-Ups/Singing Lessons Energizing through Movement Study and Discussion Questions References 14. Vocal Development: Body and Breath Energize the Body -- Physical Conditioning -- Posture Development Energize the Breath -- Breathing Motion -- Breath Management -- Study and Discussion Questions -- References 15. Vocal Development: Ear, Voice, and Song Energize the Ear 291 -- Aural Acuity 291 -- Pitch Discrimination 293 Energize the Voice 296 -- Phonation 297 -- Resonant Tone Production 301 Energize the Song -- Diction -- Expression -- Study and Discussion Questions -- References 16. Teaching Sight-Singing Skills Historical Overview How to Teach Sight-Singing Scheduling Time for Sight-Singing Assessing Sight-Singing Skills Study and Discussion Questions References 17. Rehearsing the Choir Introducing a New Choral Work Whole-Part-Whole Strategy Directing an Efficient Rehearsal Common Ensemble Problems Study and Discussion Questions References 18. Understanding Styles and Performance Practices Medieval Era (c. 500-1450) Renaissance Era (c. 1450-1600) Baroque Era (c. 1600-1750) Classical Era (c. 1750-1825) Romantic Era (c. 1825-1900) Contemporary Era (c. 1900-Present) Study and Discussion Questions References 19. Presenting the Performance The Concert Program Technical Matters Dress Rehearsal Conducting the Concert Study and Discussion Questions References 20. Directing Other Choral Organizations The Community or Civic Chorus Church Choirs Children's Choirs Nontraditional Choirs Study and Discussion Questions References Unit 3. Optional Projects Choral Auditioning Planning and Leading a Warm-Up/Singing Lesson Rehearsing the Choir (Microteaching) Developing a Concert Program EPILOGUE. MOVING INTO THE WORKPLACE 21. Planning for Success Eugene F. Bechen: Creating a Successful Student Teaching Experience The Job Search Professional Growth and Development Dealing with Stress and Burnout Study and Discussion Questions References Appendix A. Music Publishers and Distributors: Appendix B. Manufacturers of Equipment, Supplies, and Attire: Appendix C. Lists of Recommended Choral Repertory: Appendix D. Voice Class Resources: Appendix E. Sight-Singing Materials: Index: