The author’s intention in producing this booklet is that it will help you enjoy your singing – and it is important that you do. Singing is the stuff of life and can enrich a life beyond measure. This is a wonderful beginner’s guide – it is not so much about showing you how to read music, but more about following the musical map and recognising the road signs. There is quite a lot you need to know about being a member of a choir, whether or not you are a music reader and this little book will more than point you in the right direction if you are completely new to this kind of singing – equally, it will serve as a reminder for those who have sung in a choir for some time. All the sections are really useful and full of good advice, amongst them are ‘What is the conductor doing?’, ‘When to mark the score’, ‘What signs to use’, ‘What is going on in rehearsals?’ and ‘What to do in between rehearsals’ and more besides. There is also a handy glossary to de-mystify many of the terms you may encounter. Derek Harrison is a singer and conductor of wide experience and all his advice is thoroughly practical and reliable, written in an easy-to-read style.
