National Catholic Youth Choir / Conducting Seminar 2001


A PROGRAM OF SAINT JOHN'S SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY / SEMINARY
Sponsored by Saint John's Abbey and University, Collegeville, Minnesota

CHORAL CONDUCTING SYMPOSIUM
June 8-13 For conductors of church choirs or any choirs of all levels!

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*FACULTY:*
Axel Theimer, professor of music at St. John’s University and internationally recognized choral clinician; conductor of the National Catholic Youth Choir;
Diana Kodner, author and director of the Loyola University Choir and the Mozart Sinfonia in Chicago; national published authority on children's liturgical music and on cantoring;
Fr. Anthony Ruff, OSB, assistant professor of theology at St. John’s University and leading U.S. expert in chant performance and liturgical music.

Designed for those working with choirs of every level. An exceptional team provides practical skills and insight on rehearsal techniques, the role of the choir in liturgy, improving vocal quality, and repertoire and programming of choral music for worship. Offered in conjunction with the annual program of the National Catholic Youth Choir. ($190 plus housing and meals) Graduate credit available.
*Typical Daily Schedule:*
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8:30 AM	Presentation/Discussion: Topics in Choral Music For Worship (Kodner or Ruff: Literature Reading Sessions; The Liturgical Role of the Choir; Cantoring)

10:00 AM	Observation of National Catholic Youth Choir rehearsal (Theimer)*

11:15 AM	Conducting techniques - symposium participants small group (Theimer)

Noon	Lunch

1:30 PM	Observation of NCYC rehearsal (Theimer)*

3:30 PM	Conducting techniques (in small groups) Theimer:
.	*Qualified participants will have the opportunity to conduct the National Catholic Youth Choir in directed rehearsal laboratory

5:00 PM	Break for dinner

7:45 PM	Option: Observation of NCYC Rehearsal or Presentation/Discussion with Ruff or Kodner



To register contact:
Sr. Mary Beth Banken, OSB Phone: 320-363-2102 Toll-Free: 800-361-8318 Fax: 320-363-3145 E-mail: mbanken@csbsju.edu
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For further information contact:
Fr. Anthony Ruff, OSB OR: Dr. Axel Theimer Phone: 320-363-3233 Phone: 320-363-3374 Fax: 320-363-3145 E-mail: atheimer@csbsju.edu E-mail: awruff@csbsju.edu Mail address: Mail address: Music Department Saint John's School of Theology / Seminary St. John's University Collegeville, MN 5632 Collegeville, MN 56321

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