Chorus rehearsal skills

As an amateur art activity, chorus is essential, and once or twice a year, chorus competitions are organized at the grassroots level. As far as the grass roots are concerned, it is not easy to organize a high-grade choir without professionals. Let's sort out the rehearsal skills of chorus for your reference.

The first section song selection

The choice of songs depends on the theme of hosting the chorus competition. There are two songs at ordinary times, one is designated by the superior and the other is chosen by oneself. Sometimes two capitals are designated by superiors. The following are some tracks with different themes for reference only:

1. Celebrate "August 1st" and praise the people's army:

March of China People's Liberation Army, August 1st flag flying high, people's army loyal to the Party, marching towards national defense modernization, the motherland will never forget, I stand guard for the great motherland.

Second, praise the motherland and sing the * * * Production Party:

Singing about the motherland, China and China, the bright red sun never sets, the great country and the great party, singing about the motherland, my motherland, the spring snow in Qinyuan and the story of spring. Today is your birthday. Sing a folk song for the party. No.

Third, praise the "Long March" and praise Chairman Mao:

Long March, farewell, breaking through the blockade of the lock line, leaping across the river, the glory of Zunyi meeting, crossing Chishui River, crossing the snowy mountain grassland, reaching Wuqi, Zhu Jie, Jiebao, the general assembly division, Chairman Mao with the reddest sun recently, Dongfanghong. Fourth, carry forward the "Lei Feng Spirit" and sing the people's soldiers:

Learn from Lei Feng's good example, hold Lei Feng's gun, like Lei Feng, the stars that never fall, the rolling wheels, the moon given to you by comrades-in-arms, a soldier, and Chairman Mao's soldiers listen to the party most.

Section 2 Choir Selection and Voice

Some people think that the chorus is not a solo, anyone can sing it, no matter whether it is good or not, just open your mouth and sing it. This idea is extremely wrong. If the timbre is not perfect, it is nothing to our level of chorus. But often some people are born with a low octave, and sometimes it is obvious that even laymen can hear it. Having such a person in the chorus will definitely affect the effect, and such a person must not go on. If you want to make up the numbers, you should also catch these people and let them lip-synch. How to select these people? Then screen them one by one. Don't be afraid of trouble.

First of all, let him sing a song at will, mainly to listen to whether he sings correctly or not, completely tone-deaf; Then teach to sing a scale to see if it is an octave lower; Finally, play a high note and see how high he can sing. All the above should be registered, and the final voice should be divided. It's not easy to do this job with scattered time. It is best to choose a whole time of rest day. If a chorus of 100 people takes about half a day, it is divided into one, two and three categories. One is more accurate and makes people sound like that. The second one is a little out of tune, but they can still come back. The third category is out of tune and needs someone to get it back.

When everything is done, it's time to divide the voice.

Chorus and chorus are the most common patterns in chorus songs, and chorus needs to be divided into parts. When dividing voices, we should master certain methods. We have recorded the chorus before, and then we can divide the voices in the book. If the number of people in the first and second categories is almost small, we should allocate the first category to the first sound and the second sound in the ratio of 2: 3, the second category to the first sound and the second sound in the ratio of 3: 2, and the third category to the ratio of 1: 1. This little change will play a certain role in teaching and singing songs in the future: singing a standard voice with one voice is easier to learn and easier to learn. The second part sings chorus, which is relatively difficult to learn. It requires the chorus to be stronger, but not too strong, affecting the main theme. The number of people in the two parts is 5: 4, mainly to ensure the main theme.

In addition, when assigning voices, we should also consider the size of the chorus, and the two voices should be equally assigned to lay the foundation for queuing in the future.

If the chorus needs to be divided into three parts, the proportion of the three types of people can be appropriately adjusted according to the above methods, but the principle of leading rotation cannot be changed.

Teaching and Singing of Songs in the Third Section

In the preparation for participating in the chorus competition, the teaching and singing of songs is a very important step, so we must sing accurately. So we need to find a professional to teach songs.

Before teaching songs, everyone was asked to copy the music score and lyrics. The second is to introduce the age, origin and background of the song, mainly to cultivate everyone's feelings, so that everyone can think of the scene at that time and sing emotionally when they sing, thus moving the audience. Finally, we should explain the whole process of the song so that everyone can have a complete impression.

What should we pay attention to when teaching songs?

Make a song teaching plan and teach singing as planned every time you learn songs. Don't rush for success, and the time should not exceed two hours. It is a gradual process to ensure that all personnel are in place when learning songs. If there is something not in place every time, it will affect the teaching effect next time. The whole song learning time should be 20 days to 1 month. After a long time, everyone will feel tired, not fresh, and the time is short, and some details of singing are not easy to master.

If a song is divided into several parts, then each part should be studied separately. After basically mastering the singing method of this part, listen to the singing methods of other parts and master the relationship between the parts. After that, study in a unified way, and study repeatedly in key or difficult places. Teach singers not to be impatient, but to teach singing patiently, especially at the beginning, they often forget the first day and forget the next day, so they have to learn again. Therefore, singers must teach singing patiently.

Learning songs takes up a lot of spare time, and it is inevitable that some people will talk about it, so ideological work must keep up and arouse everyone's enthusiasm. For example, make a small mobilization: people fight for a sigh of relief, and Buddha fights for a column of incense. Isn't the 2 1 team just trying to compete with us for the first place? Let's sell our strength and see who is the overlord. Another example: Today is Sunday, and we have a rest time, but we still have to learn our songs. If we can learn them twice, then we can bring them back to free activities after two times, which is to improve efficiency. What did you say?/Sorry? With this kind of encouragement or mobilization, everyone's enthusiasm for learning songs will come up, which will have a multiplier effect.

In addition, singers should also pay attention to some methods in the process of teaching songs so that learning songs is not boring. For example, you can divide the song learners into several groups, and after studying for a period of time, start a competition to see which group learns quickly and sings accurately. You can also listen carefully and correct anyone who sings wrong in time. But it should be noted that some people can't sing correctly. Don't make fun of a person when he is singing. You should teach him alone several times. Also, if you have a song tape, you can listen to it properly. If you have a song tape, you can watch the video, so that everyone can find a little chorus of the song, learn it as soon as possible and sing it accurately.

Section 4 Chorus Conductor

In layman's terms, conducting is "beating time". When many people sing together, they need a unified conductor, which is helpful to sing neatly, sing mood and sing effect. There are two kinds of conductors: singing conductor and band conductor. Our chorus conductor should give consideration to two kinds of conductors, mainly singing conductor and supplemented by band conductor.

I. Tasks and Requirements of the Headquarters

There are two main tasks of command: one is to master the rhythm. That's the point. Some conductors can't master the rhythm well. It is a speed. When he conducts, he sings faster and faster, faster or slower. In some songs, he deliberately uses slow speed to make the connection between speed and speed natural. The second is to master the feelings of songs. Only by mastering the feelings of songs can we grasp the soul of songs, and such songs can be sung vividly and easily moved. To accomplish these two tasks, the conductor must have a good sense of music and hearing. Second, calm, witty and decisive. Third, be emotional and expressive. Fourth, we should have solid basic skills and understand the relevant knowledge of command. Only with these basic requirements can we unify the rhythm of singing, use the conductor's gestures, expressions or actions to mobilize everyone's emotions, and vividly and accurately express the theme of the song by correctly handling the changes in the speed, intensity and mood of the song.

Second, the basic posture of command

When conducting, the position of the two feet is generally: the left foot is in front and the right foot is behind, forming a "at ease" posture. The distance between feet is less than the shoulder width, so it is easier to grasp the center of gravity in this standing posture; The distance between hands and body is about 15 ~ 45 cm. Don't get too close to your body. The range of up-and-down movement of hands is usually not higher than eyebrows, but not lower than waist. When conducting a large chorus or a song has a special change, the range of activities of the hand can exceed the head or be lower than the waist. Chorus conductor had better use baton. The thumb of the right hand holds the baton with the index finger and middle finger. The palm of the left hand is down, the fingers are slightly curved, and the five fingers are differentiated. If you shoot a blue ball, you can do whatever you want.

Third, the command of the beat action

Songs have two beats, three beats and four beats. When tapping, the strong tap hits downward, the second strong tap hits outward, and the weak tap hits inward, so that the tapping will feel natural and there is no fixed command mode. With the emotional input of the conductor, the action will be more perfect and smooth. But there is a basic formula for conducting, and beginners can imitate the basic schema and practice it repeatedly.

The beat points of the above three schemas are all on the same horizontal line, so it is just right to learn soft and smooth gestures first, plus sharp and agile movements to highlight the beat.

Section 5 Chorus Formation Arrangement

Chorus songs are not sung by everyone from beginning to end, interspersed with chorus, chorus and lead singer. Therefore, in order to facilitate the coordination between various parts in rehearsal and performance, and between the conductor, the singer and the lead singer, the chorus formation should be arranged reasonably, generally in a slightly arc shape. Of course, it is not static, and it can also be arranged in an "I" shape or in other formations. As long as we grasp one principle, that is to realize the cooperation between conductor and chorus.

After the basic chorus formation is determined, it is how to arrange it. When arranging the formation, we mainly consider these aspects:

1, the first consideration is the size, and the chorus should be neat and harmonious, giving people a sense of beauty. Usually the middle is high, the sides are low, and the order from low to high is from big to small. The heads of the front and rear rows can also be determined according to the height of the table.

2. One on the left and two on the right, which is convenient for command. 3. It is best to put some singers in the middle position, which is convenient to drive everyone, and it is also the pillar of chorus, and the middle is also the position of microphone. 4. The lead singer and recitation are generally on the left side of the first row, in a prominent position, or in the middle of the formation.

Section 6 Reciting Skills

Recitation is the most common form of expression in chorus. In this section, we will talk about some singing and recitation skills and points for attention.

Recitation forms are flexible and diverse, and can be divided into many forms from different angles.

First, singing recitation skills

Singing and reciting should be a relatively simple one. After getting a new song, we must first analyze the theme of the song, that is, set a tone; Secondly, we should read the lyrics from beginning to end and analyze which is the climax, that is, the set reading speed. Recitation words should be written in combination with the melody, rhythm and emotional color of the song, so as not to cause empty preaching songs. Read them quickly and don't hesitate. For example, there is recitation at the beginning of the song, deep breathing begins as soon as the prelude is over, and recitation begins as soon as the music enters. In the process of reciting, we should seize the opportunity to catch our breath. Generally speaking, after a phrase, a cavity or a pause or pause, there is a place to catch your breath, and you should catch your breath after a long tone.

For example, in Ode to the Ancestor, the sound played before the bar line is weak, so we should input "Birds fly high (treble), flowers bloom (bass), mountains and rivers are magnificent (drag), people are heroic (drag), and our great motherland has entered the era of reform and opening up (drag treble)." When reciting, you should also master the strong and weak beats: strong (treble), weak (bass), strong (high-pitched) and weak (bass). For example, in the recitation of "Motherland, Motherland, I Love You", the first beat is a powerful treble: the lights on the octagonal building; The level of the second beat turns to a high note to the left: it is lit again; Take the third shot (long sound): Look! Your huge figure propped up China; The fourth beat up (dragging high notes): a brand-new dawn.

Second, the problems that should be paid attention to in singing recitation

1, pronunciation and articulation should be clear and standard. Reciting is the same as singing. You must pronounce the initials correctly, which is called articulation. pronounce the vowels correctly and clear the suffixes, which is called articulation. Avoid vague, inaudible and incorrect radio reception.

There should be emotional communication between the reciter and the audience. The eyes are the windows of the soul, and the audience often knows the inner world of an actor through the eyes. The reciter stands on the stage, looking straight at the audience, naturally. Never look down at the ground, don't face the sky, and don't put on airs and put on airs, which will arouse the disgust of the audience. A good reciter always recites with the audience in an equal and frank manner, which makes people feel cordial and sincere.

3. If you think it is natural and appropriate to use actions and gestures when reciting, then use them, if

Don't use it unless you have to, so as not to give people an artificial feeling.

Section 7 Beautiful Design of Lighting Dance

Lighting and dancing beauty are essential for a good chorus performance. Each unit can do some lighting and dancing according to its own conditions to set off the atmosphere. The following aspects should be grasped in the design of light dancing beauty:

First, change naturally and smoothly, and express the theme.

Don't change the lights in a complicated way, it will appear chaotic, but change naturally and smoothly. Ordinary songs can be changed once or twice or not, depending on the theme of the song. For example, the song "Soldier" was originally designed like this. First, in the dark night, the reveille sounded, accompanied by the password of "get up" and "assemble", the lights gradually lit up, the music began, and the first column of the chorus turned left. With the music, the soldiers came out with neat steps. The design is attractive and the lighting is simple. Another example is the song "Over the Snow Mountain Grassland". Snowflakes were floating in the sky, and the Red Army soldiers struggled to climb the snow-capped mountains. At this time, the light is slightly dim, or the light flashes a few times, showing the hardship of the natural environment. Some pieces of paper are raised like snowflakes, which are more vivid and realistic, and bring the audience to the background of the song at once. If two songs need to be changed, they can be changed quickly after cutting.

Second, we should overcome the stereotypes and innovate the design.

The less things people often use, the better. After using them, they are not beautiful, but they cause boredom. Such a beautiful dance design is a failure, it is better not to add it, and the effect will be better. It is necessary to combine the characteristics of songs, creatively design the beauty of dance and boldly imagine.

Third, it is concise and easy for the audience to accept.

The stage lighting of the chorus need not be complicated, and colored lights and neon lights are not used. Not suitable for the chorus stage, you can add colored lights to the beauty of the dance, such as the red star shining and the August 1 ST military emblem radiating light. Beautiful dance design is the same as lighting. Concise and clear, a set can express the theme. Use foreground as little as possible and background as much as possible. Don't grab the chorus subject, the chorus subject will take the lead. For example, some members of the choir move back and forth with a wreath in their hands. The whole stage is covered with garlands, which is an obvious example.

Section 8 Stage Experience

Stage experience is very important for people who are on stage for the first time. Faced with the gaze of thousands of pairs of eyes in the audience, many people already don't know what they are doing, but just follow others mechanically. If they had memorized it before, I'm afraid there was a last sentence. So, how to overcome this? Now I'd like to introduce some stage experiences for your reference.

First of all, be calm. Conductor is the core of the choir. You must cheer up and be comfortable. After paying tribute to the audience, turn to face the chorus. First, look around the choir and try to look relaxed with a smile to attract everyone's attention.

Second, dare to sing. If the audience is large, the amplification effect is not very good, and you can't hear your own voice when singing, you won't dare to sing. If the sound lacks strength, there will be no penetration.

Third, we should have the desire to perform and be good at improvisation. When the choir members stand on the stage and face the audience, what they think is that I will perform for you. We should put our feelings into it and bring the audience into the artistic conception of the song.

Fourth, be flexible. When small mistakes occur, we should deal with them calmly, calmly and decisively, and minimize them without affecting the overall effect.