Evoking Sound: Fundamentals of Choral Conducting, 2nd Edition

A well-written work by esteemed choral author, Dr. James Jordan of Westminster Choir College (Princeton, NJ). As a current graduate student of his, I get to see his philosophies in action nearly every day. This book draws heavily from his influence by Dr. Ed Gordon and Dr. Elaine Brown, with whom he worked in his graduate studies.I really appreciated one of the final chapters that addressed basics for working with instrumentalists and orchestras (written by Robert Rumbelow and James Whitbourn). The information included here was all very practical, concisely presented, and clearly explained.If you enjoy this book, I would also suggest Eugen Herrigel's "Zen in the Art of Archery," which also had considerable influence on Jordan in his musical/choral formation.

This book provides terminology needed to grasp the subject fully.

This is a book required for a class my daughter is taking in college. She loves the book and finds it very useful.

You have just got to be a Music Major to want this book. It has a lot of info, but really specific to conducting ensembles.

No matter your conducting ability or education, theres good useable stuff in this book. Theres also a dvd in the back cover which adds a visual to what you're reading.

this book is so pretentious. i literally wanted to gag myself every time i had to read it. i dont do fluff and feelings. there was just so much spinning of crap in this book. i couldn't stand it.

Came quick and I love this book.

As expected for school course work

Easily read and beautifully explained. Highly recommended!