Development of Choral Sound
Diction
Unification of Vowels
Preparation and Presentation of Services/Evensong
Wilma Jensen is one of the finest choral clinicians one can hire for a
church choir workshop. She did multiple workshops over one weekend with my
semi-professional adult choir of 65 choristers and with 16 upper-school boy
and girl trebles! Her work with diction, particularly the English and Latin
languages, is objective and specific and gives the choristers tools to
improve intonation and resonant, unified vowel formation. Being a superb
music educator, her approach is reasoned, thoughtful and non-threatening.
Ms. Jensen¹s rehearsal style is energetic and her enthusiasm for the music
is infectious. In fact, my choristers are still quoting her! Her knowledge
of serious sacred repertoire is vast and her ability to discuss and mold
music of all periods is remarkable. Finally, the work Ms. Jensen does with
organists who accompany choirs in anthems and hymnody is first class and has
improved our ensemble. I highly recommend Ms. Jensen to those who work with
professional, semi-professional, and/or amateur choirs!Dr. Brady Knapp
Director of Music at University of St. Thomas, Houston
Palmer Memorial Episcopal Church, Houston
Leading St. George's Choir at ACDA National Convention
Wilma Jensen is the epitome of a complete musician. Her senses of pitch,
rhythm, and that elusive inner pulse of the phrase are virtually unmatched.
Her legendary ability at the organ is uniquely complemented by her expertise
as a choirmaster. The fact that she is a master teacher in both, renders
her even more inspirational! I am a better musician because of WIlma
Jensen.Dr. Sandra Willetts
Professor Emerita
Former Professor of Choral Activities
The University of Alabama
Rehearsing for European tour
