Skylark Virtual Education Modules

All modules are available free of charge thanks to the support of generous donors.

Each education module includes the following:

Score editions

• A ‘master’ downloadable Skylark edition score (pdf)

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• Several supplemental prepared scores with information and markings to highlight different lessons (varied by piece) such as:
  • International Phonetic Alphabet
  • Phrasing and Articulation
  • Reading the score like a conductor
  • Practical Music Theory tips - tuning​

Audio tools

• Instrumental ‘click tracks’ for each piece
  • Parts equally weighted
  • A version with each vocal part louder or softer than the others

• Individual vocal part recordings of a Skylark professional singing each part in isolation (virtual choir format)
  • Can be used for rehearsal OR for building your own virtual choir project

 

• A full professional audio performance by a Skylark quartet (with scrolling score video)
  • Parts equally weighted
  • A version with each vocal part louder or softer than the others

Video tools

• A practical introduction to each piece by a Skylark singer or conductor​

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• A diction coaching track for each piece by a Skylark singer or conductor

• Brief videos discussing the vocal challenges of each vocal part by a Skylark singer

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• Supplemental video explanations of the scores by Skylark educators and singers

​"Matthew, Chris, and the entire ensemble were warm, kind, generous and enthusiastic teacher-artists as they worked with our students. They worked carefully to tailor the experience to our kids’ needs and the larger pedagogical goals I’m working towards with the ensemble. Singing a Monteverdi madrigal, the air of collaboration and excitement was positively electric. An infectious spirit filled the hall, and it seemed that all were warmed by making music together. I know that our students will remember this experience throughout their lives. They walked away with heightened ideas of technique, language, interpretation, and style. More importantly, they saw futures for themselves in singing this music reflected in the caring musicians in front of them."

​- Kristofer Johnson, director of choirs and instructor in music, Phillips Exeter Academy

"Skylark's passion for choral music is infectious! But, it is more than just passion about making incredible music. The artists are so warm, approachable, and friendly. My students were blown away when they performed for us, but they were even more blown away when each artist worked with them in sectionals giving them amazing insights and tips. I appreciate them for not only the stellar level of choral artistry they are creating but for their commitment to inspire and encourage young choral students!"           

-Dr Jana Williams, Director of Choirs, Walton High School