Ensemble Continuity
I have often said that the best thing about Fall Semester is Winter Semester – especially for small groups and jazz groups.
Choral Music
Posts specifically about choral music
December Mantra for Choir Directors
It’s that season again…when all the choir directors I know barely have time to sleep. Here’s a little prayer/mantra to use on the way through.
Mature/Sophisticated
I’ve revised my list of what I’ll use as landmarks of choral sophistication.
Mature Sound
What do we mean when was ask a youth choir for a more mature sound?
Tools To Motivate
How do you motivate choral singers to reach their potential?
The Whole Range Is Yours
I hope my students explore their entire vocal range.
Where Do The Consonants Go?
Where on the beat do initial consonants belong?
Gamify
Could you gamify the choir education experience?
Letting Your Interpretation Evolve
Does your musical interpretation evolve? Do you let it evolve in front of students?
Intonation and Ego
What does ensemble intonation have to do with ego?