
approach. This means that the formation of mastery
occurs not in isolation but comprehensively,
taking into account the interrelation of all aspects
of professional activity. These, according to the
researcher, include: Musical-theoretical (deep
knowledge in the eld of music), Performative
(work with the choir, interpretation, conducting
technique), Pedagogical (teaching, motivation,
organization of the educational process), Creative
(innovative solutions, original ideas, artistic
taste), and Personal (leadership, communication,
emotional intelligence, resilience) (Shumska,
2020).
The acmeological dimension of a
choral conductor’s performing mastery is a
multidimensional process, centered on the
pursuit of acme – the highest level of performing
excellence. This entails not only awless command
of conducting techniques – from delicate baton
work and clear gesture articulation to masterful
choir management in complex metrorhythmic
and tempo structures. A fundamental aspect of the
acmeological approach is the development of the
conductor’s emotional intelligence, which allows
for deep immersion in the score, understanding
the composer’s intent, and authentically conveying
the musical work’s emotional content. This also
includes the ability for insightful interpretation
– not merely reproducing the notes, but creating
a unique, personally colored artistic image that
resonates with listeners.
Achieving acme in performing activity
correlates with principles like continuous self-
development, which involves ongoing study of new
choral literature, analysis of various performing
traditions, and expanding one’s own interpretive
capabilities. This is supported by research into
conducting and choral schools, particularly the
phenomenon of Yu. Kulyk (Smyrnova, 2021), and
the study of the historical and stylistic foundations
of the Odesa choral tradition (Shatova, 2021),
where the continuity of spiritual, ethical, and
performance traditions, as seen with K. Pigrov and
S. Kryzhanivskyi, played a signicant role (Shpak,
2021). Purposefulness in achieving mastery is
manifested in methodical work on rening the
conducting apparatus, the vocal-choral apparatus
of the choir, and the acoustic characteristics of the
ensemble, as discussed in works dedicated to the
methodology of P. Muravskyi’s work (Lysenko,
2021). The conductor’s creative initiative is realized
through seeking new interpretive solutions,
unconventional programs, and non-standard
approaches to the rehearsal process. This initiative
is inextricably linked with leadership qualities,
which are a key component of a conductor-
choirmaster’s professional activity (Mykhailova,
2024). The study of the path to professional heights
of masters like V. Palkin (Bielik, 2021), as well as the
analysis of professional choral performance and
education in Ukraine (Bondar, 2021), conrm that
acmeological self-realization in performance is a
permanent process of self-improvement, leading
to the achievement of the highest standards of
choral art.
In the eld of a choral conductor’s pedagogical
activity, the acmeological paradigm focuses on the
formation of pedagogical mastery as the ability
to effectively transmit knowledge and skills,
inspire students toward professional growth,
and develop their creative potential. Among
the key acme-characteristics of the conductor-
pedagogue is pedagogical intuition, which
allows for the quick and accurate assessment of
students’ psychological states, individual traits,
and the most effective methods of inuence.
This intuition is harmoniously complemented by
cultural competence, which ensures a profound
understanding of choral music within the context
of world culture and the ability to convey it
meaningfully. Equally important is pedagogical
tact, which facilitates the establishment of trusting
relationships with students and ensures effective
interaction during the learning process.
Strategies of the acmeological approach
in training future choral conductors involve
encouraging their independence in learning
and fostering creative initiative in conducting,
arranging, and composition. It also includes the
development of a stable internal motivation for
professional improvement. Such approaches are
reected in the pedagogical principles of prominent
conductors. In particular, the experience of
V. Palkin (Batovska, 2020) is valuable for the
formation of future professionals, demonstrating
the practical application of acmeological
principles. The importance of a systemic approach
to the cultivation of mastery is also thoroughly
emphasized in the research by A. Martyniuk on the
choral-conducting pedagogy of S. Prokopov, which
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