NEW - Wide variety of carefully selected excerpts , more than any other source Contains over 100 musical excerpts from orchestral, band and choral literature; over 85 conducting diagrams and illustrations; and transpositions for selected excerpts to facilitate ensemble performance. Presents students with valid musical examples not contrived drill exercises that present the problems they must master to develop their conducting skills. Ex.___ NEW - Precise, cross-referenced directions precede each excerpt . Motivates students and helps them develop independence by challenging them to attempt interpretive conducting techniques as they arise in the music, even before they are encountered in later chapters. Ex.___ NEW - Flexible use with classes of mixed music majors Contains musical excerpts, complete scores, and rehearsal techniques for both instrumental and choral groups. Introduces instrumental conducting to prospective choral directors and choral conducting to prospective instrumental directors.

Such versatility can be a great advantage to the student pursuing a music teaching career. Ex.___ Conducting competencies begin each chapter . Provides focus and guides student learning with clearly stated course objectives. Ex.___ Rating scales and analytical guides Features13 self-check mastery tests and a comprehensive conducting-competency rating scale. Provides students with a basis for self evaluation and immediate feedback. Ex.

___ Problem-solving approach Helps students learn by solving actual conducting problems . Motivates and holds students' interest by requiring them to tackle problems they'll encounter in real experiences. Ex.___ Modular chapter format . Provides a clearly stated lesson plan for instructors and encourages self-paced learning and self-evaluation for students. Ex.___.