The Chorister's Guide (1873)

The Chorister's Guide is a comprehensive guidebook for aspiring choristers, written by William Alexander Barrett and first published in 1873. The book is designed to provide practical advice and instruction for singers who are part of a church choir or other vocal ensemble. It covers a range of topics, including vocal technique, music theory, sight-reading, and performance skills.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of choral singing. The first section provides an overview of the role of the chorister and the history of choral music, while the second section covers the basics of vocal technique, including breathing, posture, and tone production.The third section of the book delves into music theory, covering topics such as key signatures, time signatures, and musical notation. The fourth section focuses on sight-reading, providing exercises and tips for developing this important skill.The final section of the book offers advice on performance skills, including dynamics, phrasing, and interpretation. Throughout the book, Barrett provides numerous examples and exercises to help readers apply the concepts and techniques he discusses.Overall, The Chorister's Guide is a valuable resource for anyone interested in choral singing, from beginners to experienced singers. Its clear and concise explanations, practical exercises, and historical context make it a timeless classic in the field of vocal music education.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.