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A Conductor’s Analysis of Three Choral Works by Jennifer Higdon
(2021-05-14)
This document explores various sacred and mystical choral compositions written by Jennifer Higdon in order to reveal stylistic traits as they appear in her choral works. The pieces that will be examined include folk song ...
A conductor's guide and analysis to Korean traditional choral music techniques in Creo by Hyowon Woo
(2022-05-13)
The music of Korean choral composer Hyowon Woo (b.1974) is known throughout the world. Woo’s oratorio, Creo was commissioned for Dr. Hakwon Yoon and the Incheon City Chorale, and was premiered in 2012 in Incheon, South ...
"On Steady Advance..." An Investigation Into The Rhetorical Intent of The Testament of Freedom by Randall Thompson
(2023-12-15)
This document will investigate the events and circumstances that shaped the music and message of Randall Thompson’s The Testament of Freedom. Evidence uncovered in this investigation will provide a more complete historical ...
An Investigation of Collegiate Choral Directors' Assessment Practices and Beliefs
(2022-08-04)
The purpose of this study was to investigate the assessment practices and beliefs of collegiate choral directors. Specifically, I examined (a) the use and frequency of musical and non-musical assessment criteria, (b) their ...
Steve Dobrogosz's 'When Lilacs Last in the Dooryard Bloom'd': A Conductor's Perspective
(2020-08)
Swedish composer Steve Dobrogosz (b. 1956) is primarily known for his jazz piano and songwriting career, having been an influential figure in the Stockholm musical scene since the 1980’s. Eventually he began to explore ...