Campbell- Chapter 8

MUSIC 23241: MUSIC TEACHING AS A PROFESSION
Mr. Marcus L. Neiman, Assistant Professor
Kent State University School of Music
Fall, 2011

CRN:  200910 – Section number: 001 – Class Days: TR 7:45a – 8:35 am - Classroom: SOM E202
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BlackBoard and Text Readings

Submitted by:  Emily Young
Submitted for: Mr. Marcus L. Neiman, lecturer
Date: November 10, 2011

Campbell, Patricia S.  (2008).  The choral classroom.
Musician & Teacher,  Pages 145-164.

    In this chapter of Musician & Teacher, Campbell talks about choral programs in schools.  A lot of people sing at church , or sporting events, or in their car.  Choral programs should teach music reading, stylistic awareness, critical listening, and expressive performance.  There are many different types of choral ensembles due to size, members, and the type of music they perform.  A successful choir director must be knowledgable of the voice and dedicated to teaching.  Future choir directors should gain experience by helping with local choral programs in schools and churches.
    I may be directing a choir at some point in my future.  This information is very useful to me right now.  This helps me understand what I might expect as a choir director and how I can prepare for that position.  It is also helpful in deciding whether or not I want to be a choir director.
    I agree that the best way to learn is by doing.  This chapter definitely made me think more about going out and gaining experience with a choir.  I am scared of getting up in front of a classroom and actually teaching.  I need to find some way to get over that fear, and I think helping with local groups would be a great way to do that.