Imogen Holst 1907-84 was a much-loved source of inspiration for countless musicians and students who encountered her over the years of her involvement with the Dartington Summer School of Music and the Aldeburgh Festival.This book conveys her infectious enthusiasm and insight as a choral conductor. Here she sets out clearly and concisely a wealth of practical information on the physical busine…

Lullay, my liking is scored for accompanied two-part choir, allowing for various upper-/lower-voice combinations: two-part trebles or sopranos, upper voices only (S/A), or men only (T/B). If performed by a four-part choir, sopranos and tenors should read the upper line, and altos and basses read the lower. The keyboard part can be played on piano or organ, or harp. An inspiring selection of new wo…