Educational Resources
Video Masterclass
Eric Whitacre: The Beautiful Mess
Masterclass in Composition & Creativity
The masterclass consists of two main sections. The first is a 12 part video series in which Eric distills the entire creative process, from the moment of inspiration to the final note. These chapters are intended to run sequentially. The second section is called “Things I’ve Learned”, a compilation of wisdom Eric has received throughout his career from teachers, mentors, and his own life experience.
Within the course curriculum, you’ll have access to 15 perusal scores (including choral, band and orchestral), reference sheets and useful links. In addition, there are extensive Teacher and Student Guides, written by Emily Crocker and Dr Christopher Peterson, which can be previewed ahead of enrollment.
Vocal Technique and Warm-ups
Voice Builders for Better Choirs
Emily Crocker/edited by Janet Day and Linda Rann | Softcover book with online audio
This valuable resource is a must for every choral director. The 140 warmups and vocal exercises in a handy Book/Online Audio format will help singers produce a free and open tone, develop clean articulation and diction, improve resonance, intonation and more. The Online Audio includes demonstration for each accompanied exercise for full choir, small group or individual practice.
Vocal Technique and Warm-ups for Growing Voices
Choir Builders for Growing Voices
When do you start teaching proper vocal technique to young voices? RIGHT NOW! Here are 18 fun and original exercises that will get your students' growing voices on the right track to producing a quality sound. Posture, breathing, flexibility, range of voice and more are all addressed in these wonderful exercises for young voices. Sing along with the demonstration tracks for quick learning, or use the accompaniment-only tracks for ear training and assessment options. Get ready to workout to a better sounding choir! Includes reproducible pages. Suggested for grades 3-8. Softcover, audio online
Vocal Technique and Warm-ups for Beginning Choirs
Warm-Ups and Workouts for the Developing Choir
Emily Crocker | Vol. I and II
Based on her years of developing musical young choirs, Emily Crocker has developed this valuable resource to help students achieve the best sound possible. These warmups and vocal exercises cover producing a free and open tone, articulation and diction, resonance, intonation and more. This unique, octavo-sized set is a must for every choir folder.
A Cappella Collection for 2-Part Voices
Four and Twenty
Emily Crocker | 2-Part A Cappella Collection
Here is a collection of 2-Part a cappella arrangements that really work for the young choir. These 24 delightful songs can help build the young singer's sight-reading skills, improve intonation and choral tone, and develop expressive singing. The songs range in difficulty from easy to challenging, and are composed in several different styles, including folk songs, spirituals, rounds and canons, holiday songs, and original pieces. The Teacher's Edition offers comprehensive suggestions, including tips for adapting the songs to a Kodály curriculum or adding Orff instruments. Ideal for classroom or concert!
Available components: Teacher Edition, Singer Edition 5-Pak