Face to Face with Orchestra and Chorus, Second, Expanded Edition: A Handbook for Choral Conductors

Face to Face with Orchestra and Chorus is a crucial guide for choral
conductors who are presented with the daunting task of conducting a full-size
orchestra. This book provides a survival kit for both novice and experienced choral
conductors, with an overview of the orchestral instruments and their particular
needs, tips for rehearsing an orchestra effectively, and guidelines for proper baton
technique. Conductors are walked through six case studies from the Baroque and
Classical periods, including Handel's Messiah, Bach's Magnificat in D Major,
Vivaldi's Gloria, and Beethoven's "Choral" Fantasia.