For the first time on this DVD, Weston Noble presents, through lecture and demonstration, the principles of choral blend that he has used with great success with the Luther College Nordic Choir. When you apply his ideas and techniques, not only will the sound of your choirs improve, but you will also realize an immediate improvement in intonation and rhythmic clarity in your singers. Minimizing vibrato, use of "altos in front" and the use of the "flip-flop" to achieve different choral colors are just a few of the specific points covered. Every serious choral director will benefit from this information-packed DVD!

Basic Library
Using over 60 brief vocalises in a variety of keys and meters, the authors of this outstanding method cover every aspect of correct vocal production, text enunciation and musical expression. A superb resource that in every respect lives up to its claim - to build beautiful voices!

For 60 years Weston Noble has been touching hearts, nurturing minds and changing the lives of musicians for the better. By providing insight into what has sustained this legendary conductor as his legacy has grown, this DVD is a valuable tool for improving conductor preparation and otherwise offering enlightenment to conductors and choral singers.

Creating the Special World is a collection of lectures that epitomize the teachings of Weston Noble, one of the most influential leaders in the field of choral music of the past 55 years. The ten insightful lectures are divided into four sections: The Special World of Choral Music; Choral Pedagogy; Stylistic Awareness and Choral Music: A Retrospective. The author discusses the musical inspiration he and his students have experienced, as well as the technical aspects of diction, rhythm, and historical stylistic practices. Choral musicians at all levels will benefit greatly from this book!

Listen in on a fascinating conversation as one of America's great choral conductors, Weston Noble, shares his ideas and beliefs with other notable choral conductors Charles Bruffy and James Jordan. This inspirational volume contains comprehensive and far-reaching dialogue on the principles that have guided Weston Noble throughout his rich and illustrious career spanning more than sixty years. It is the first time he has documented in a recording those facets of his journey as a choral conductor that he feels have been both life changing and life enriching. Also included are in-depth discussions among these renowned choral conductors concerning the nature and importance of spirituality for musicians and the music-making journey-an issue important not only to them but to any musician. Among the topics covered are: spirituality-the Body, Mind, Spirit connection; vulnerability-the role of feeling function; the teachings of Karl Jung and their importance to musicians-to name just a few. Also, James Jordan summarizes Rene Girard's Mimetic Theory and its relevance to choral ensembles and conductors. This audio CD set will be an invaluable resource for both conductors and choral singers who desire to explore more deeply the inner journey necessary for any musician.