Conducting – Page 7 – Jed Scott Music

Desperate

October 18, 2023October 18, 2023 jedscottConducting, Rehearsal Technique

My favorite rehearsals are the desperate ones.

Mix Notes

October 10, 2023October 10, 2023 jedscottConducting, Recording, Rehearsal Technique

There comes a time in every mix when fresh ears are required.

Instructions Before A First Concert

October 5, 2023October 5, 2023 jedscottChoral Music, Conducting, Performing

What do you want your ensemble to remember as you approach their first concert of the year?

Transparent Tone

October 2, 2023December 28, 2023 jedscottChoral Music, Conducting, Rehearsal Technique

My ideal choral tone is transparent.

Agree on the Problem

October 1, 2023October 1, 2023 jedscottConducting, Leadership, Rehearsal Technique

In rehearsal, don’t start by offering a solution to a problem.

Practice Focus Now

September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 jedscottConducting, Education, Rehearsal Technique

Why do you expect focus in rehearsal?

What Will Matter In 10 Years

September 20, 2023September 20, 2023 jedscottConducting, Human Nature, Leadership

How do you decide your demeanor with an ensemble?

Strategic Metaphor

September 19, 2023September 19, 2023 jedscottConducting, Leadership, Rehearsal Technique

This is one of my favorite strategies for when my students need a little singing break.

“Good”

September 15, 2023September 15, 2023 jedscottChoral Music, Conducting, Leadership, Rehearsal Technique

My preferred lead-off word when I cut off an ensemble in rehearsal is “Good.”

Rehearsal Catchphrases

September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 jedscottConducting, Leadership, Rehearsal Technique

One of my projects this fall is writing down a list of rehearsal catchphrases. What are yours?