Paul's book is deeply personal, erudite and meticulously researched. I absolutely loved it, took meticulous notes, and look forward to using much of what I learned in my classes and rehearsals. An absolute must-read for conductors.
Sharon J. Paul holds the Robert M. Trotter Chair in Music at the University of Oregon School of Music and Dance, where she serves as Director of Choral Activities and Chair of Vocal and Choral Studies. She conducts the internationally award-winning Chamber Choir and teaches graduate courses in choral conducting, repertoire, and pedagogy. Dr. Paul has presented interest sessions at regional, state, division, national, and international conferences.
She appears frequently as an adjudicator, clinician, and honor choir director throughout the United States and abroad.