1. The Medieval Era
2. The Renaissance Era
3. The Baroque Era
4. The Classical Era
5. The Romantic Era
6. The Modern Era
Glossary
Index
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.
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*
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