Rehearse, Direct and Play

Performing in a group has to be one of every musician's skills, whether for pleasure, for a living or as part of an A level syllabus. Often the practical skills of getting a group of people to play together are more important than the skill with which they play individually.This guide to rehearsing, directing & playing group music covers the selecting of repetoir, rehearsal techniques, working with voices, leading and conducting, jass & pop, interpretation, microphone technique, performancem warm-up excercises, learning scores, balance and stage presentation. The authors have an educational and classical background.