The Novello Guide to Sight-Singing An Interactive Course for Choral Singers | Vocal Training Method and Choir Reading Guide | Interactive Book with ... An Interactive Course for All Choral Singers - Softcover

Ralph Allwood; Timothy Teague

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1785583166 ISBN 13: 9781785583162

Publisher: Novello & Company, 2017

Synopsis

The Novello Guide to Sight-Singing is designed for singers of all ages who want a clear, structured path toward reading choral music with confidence. It supports beginners, adult learners, and ensemble singers seeking dependable guidance that can be used for home practice or rehearsals. With step by step instruction, it helps users strengthen musical awareness, pitch accuracy, and fluency when reading new material in group or solo settings.

This comprehensive method covers essential foundations such as basic theory, scales, and smooth stepwise motion, before introducing intervals, leaps, and more intricate reading challenges. Each concept is explained in an approachable way, offering practical support that helps developing singers build comfort and control as they progress. Examples drawn from familiar choral repertoire demonstrate how each skill is applied, making the learning experience both meaningful and musically grounded.

The book provides helpful exercises, reading drills, and guidance for navigating choral scores efficiently. Tips for phrasing, posture, breath control, and ensemble awareness further prepare singers for confident participation in rehearsals and performances. The interactive SoundWise resources offer additional value by allowing learners to use their devices for instant feedback on pitch and accuracy, making practice more engaging and effective. Video demonstrations from the authors add clarity and encouragement, supporting a complete learning experience suitable for independent study or classroom use.

Trusted by teachers, loved by students. The Novello Guide to Sight-Singing offers a supportive method that helps singers grow steadily, making it a thoughtful resource for lessons, personal development, and long term musical confidence.

Edition details

• Publisher: Novello & Company
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1785583166
• ISBN 13: 9781785583162
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 167