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There are lots of bad choir directors out there (and lots of good ones of course). There are those who shout and get angry at the slightest thing – a wrong note, bad timing, a hot rehearsal room. There are those who are full of ego and think the singers are just there to help them show off.
- What should you not do in a choir?
- What makes a good choir director?
- What do you call the director of a choir?
What should you not do in a choir?
10 annoying things you should absolutely NEVER do in a choir rehearsal
- Swan in half an hour late, then realise you've brought the wrong music. ...
- Every time you have a few bars rest, start chatting to the person next to you. ...
- Don't be the person who yells 'SSSSSHHHH' over their shoulder every time someone speaks in rehearsal.
What makes a good choir director?
A good choir director is one who has strong leadership skills. He must be able to motivate and inspire the group, be firm and creative. A choir director sometimes acts as an accompanist, is a good singer himself, and knows rules and techniques that make a vocal performance stand out.
What do you call the director of a choir?
Also Called. Choral Director, Choir Director, Choir Leader, Minister of Music. Music directors lead the church's music department, with an emphasis on the traditional religious choir.
