ChoralEd: The Boy’s Changing Voice, Part 3 – Maintaining Boys’ Interest in Singing

In Part 3 of Dr. Terry J. Barham’s discussion of the boy’s changing voice, Dr. Barham shares strategies for maintaining a boy’s interest in singing. 

Recommendations include,

• Select upbeat music
• Establish a positive atmosphere
• Offer rewards to those who bring a friend to choir
• Avoid selecting music that might embarrass the boys
• Select music that fits the boys ranges, voice types, and skill level
• Have middle school boys sing with a high school men’s chorus.
• Avoid down time and always have a goal
• Plan occasional SATB collaborations
• Use choreography tastefully
• Plan fun social activities
• Maintain a sense of humor
• Explain and describe the voice change process

To watch ChoralEd, Episode 30 on YouTube click HERE.