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In Episode 44 of The Choral Director’s Toolbox, host Dr. William Baker shares real-world wisdom in When Something Goes Wrong, exploring how choral conductors can respond with grace, calm, and professionalism when the unexpected happens on stage. From missed entrances to fainting singers, Dr. Baker offers strategies for maintaining focus and dignity during live performances. This week’s listener question debates the ideal size of conducting patterns–small, contained gestures versus broader, more expressive ones–reminding us that context is the key. Today’s inspiration is Thomas Tallis’s timeless A New Commandment, performed by The Tallis Scholars. Join is for a practical and inspiring episode on resilience, artistry, and composure in the face of chaos.
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