Choirs and Choral Music

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Arthur Mees

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Music reviews & criticism; Choral music; Sacred & religious music; Musical scores, lyrics & libretti

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""Choirs and Choral Music"" is a comprehensive exploration of the development and practice of choral performance throughout history. Written by Arthur Mees, a distinguished conductor and musician, this work traces the evolution of collective singing from its ancient origins and the early Christian era through the Middle Ages and into the early 20th century. The book delves into the technicalities of choral conducting, the training of voices, and the nuances of interpreting major choral compositions.

The text examines the vital roles of the choir in both religious services and secular settings, highlighting the transition from Gregorian chant to the complex polyphony of the Renaissance and the grand oratorios of the Baroque and Classical eras. Mees provides valuable insights into the structural elements of choral music and the artistic responsibilities of the conductor in achieving harmonic balance and expression. This scholarly yet accessible volume remains an essential resource for students of music history, conductors, and vocal enthusiasts interested in the rich traditions and technical foundations of choral artistry.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

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As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: Arthur Mees
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 390g
ISBN: 9781025551241
ISBN 10: 1025551249
Pages: 276
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active