The Boy's Voice A Book of Practical Information on The Training of Boys' Voices For Church Choirs, &c.

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The Boy's Voice A Book of Practical Information on The Training of Boys' Voices For Church Choirs, &c.

by J. Spencer (John Spencer) Curwen

EN·~3 hours·18 chapters

Chapters

18 total

THE BOY'S VOICE - A BOOK OF PRACTICAL INFORMATION ONTHE TRAINING OF BOYS' VOICESFOR CHURCH CHOIRS, &c.

0:11

J. SPENCER CURWEN

0:18

PREFACE.

0:56

CHAPTER I.

8:44

CHAPTER II.

2:03

CHAPTER III.

7:59

CHAPTER IV.

19:59

CHAPTER V.

6:29

CHAPTER VI.

2:51

CHAPTER VII.

3:53
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This practical handbook gathers the accumulated wisdom of seasoned choirmasters to guide anyone charged with shaping young trebles for church services. Drawing on contributions from a broad range of experienced mentors, it offers step‑by‑step advice on nurturing a boy’s delicate instrument without risking strain. The author, a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Music, frames the material with a clear, reassuring tone that respects both the singers and their guardians.

Readers will find discussions of everyday health concerns, from handling a cold to maintaining proper breathing, alongside proven rehearsal techniques and repertoire suggestions. Real anecdotes illustrate how disciplined, gentle training can even improve a child’s stamina and confidence, turning the choir loft into a supportive community. Whether you are a parish organist, a parent, or a novice instructor, the book equips you with sensible, time‑tested methods to bring out the best in a boy’s voice.

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The Boy's Voice A Book of Practical Information on The Training of Boys' Voices For Church Choirs, &c. A Book of Practical Information on The Training of Boys' Voices For Church Choirs, &c.

Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (186K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Release date

Apr 17, 2010

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

J. Spencer (John Spencer) Curwen

J. Spencer (John Spencer) Curwen

1847–1916

A key figure in Britain’s tonic sol-fa world, he helped carry a family music-education movement into a new generation. He also became known for encouraging amateur music-making and festival culture in England.

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