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The choral music of Allen Henry Koepke (1939-2012) with a conductor's special focus on the preparation of his seminal work, "Missa Brevis"
Abstract
Although American choirs have been performing Allen Koepke's compositions since 1973 and his music is witnessing greater and greater international appeal, especially in Asia, academic writings about the composer and his contribution to the choral art have been absent. This document examines Missa Brevis, the seminal work by Allen Koepke, and serves as a conductor's guide for score study and rehearsal preparation. It will address practical problems unique to the work and will suggest solutions that will ensure excellence in its performance. A biography, a complete catalogue of the composer's large number of choral works in print, a listing of works not published, a chapter that focuses on Allen Koepke's compositional career, a transcript of interviews with the composer, and a score of Missa Brevis are included. The purpose of this document is to not only be a resource for conductors regarding Allen Koepke's choral oeuvre, but also guide them as they seek to present successful and informed performances of Missa Brevis.
Subject Area
Music|Music education
Recommended Citation
Curington, Keith J, "The choral music of Allen Henry Koepke (1939-2012) with a conductor's special focus on the preparation of his seminal work, "Missa Brevis"" (2012). ETD collection for University of Nebraska-Lincoln. AAI3546793.
https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/dissertations/AAI3546793