| In the absence of definitive and complete information to guide the present-day choral conductor in achieving a reliable and accurate performance of Renaissance music, conductors are left to search for a model or standard of excellence. In thirty-five years of professional experience, Paul Salamunovich has established himself as a leader in the choral field and as a performer, teacher, and conductor of Renaissance choral music.;Information relating to Salamunovich was collected through four primary methods: (1) a questionnaire regarding basic philosophies and rehearsal techniques relating to Renaissance choral music; (2) personal interviews with Salamunovich; (3) tape-recorded telephone conversations; and (4) videotaped workshop sessions, rehearsals, and a performance by Salamunovich.;The study is organized into four chapters. The first three chapters present biographical information, professional philosophies, and general rehearsal philosophies and techniques. The focus of the study culminates in the fourth chapter which presents Salamunovich's philosophies concerning Renaissance style along with specific rehearsal techniques which he employs. Central to his philosophies and rehearsal techniques is the application of Gregorian chant principles to the music of the Renaissance.;An accompanying videotape was produced as a part of this dissertation which provides visual examples of specific concepts and rehearsal techniques referred to in the written dissertation.;It is generally agreed that Salamunovich employs rehearsal techniques that produce results thought by many to capture the essence of the elusive ideal of Renaissance style. The knowledge of stylistic traits and specific rehearsal techniques would assist present-day choral conductors in achieving a practical existing Renaissance style in their own choral situations. |
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