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Adam Paltrowitz

8 Ideas to “Fill up” the Last Rehearsals of the Year

May 28, 2023 by Adam Paltrowitz Leave a Comment

Are you looking for activities to “fill up” the final rehearsals of the school year? If so, I have 8 different ideas that may help you and your choir to end your year on a high note! The goal we should have is to “fill up” our rehearsals, not to “fill in” our rehearsals. I […]

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Choir Elections Are A Bad Idea. Here’s an Alternative Approach…

May 14, 2023 by Adam Paltrowitz Leave a Comment

Choirs are not a democracy.   Yes, we want to empower our students, but we are still in charge.   If we are in charge, shouldn’t we be responsible for the students who work for us?   Student officers represent us and they represent our ensemble members.   Here is an approach that allows the RIGHT […]

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My 3-year-old Son Could Be Considered Tone-Deaf!

May 7, 2023 by Adam Paltrowitz Leave a Comment

My 3-year-old Son Could Be Considered Tone-Deaf!   I have an adorable video to share of my son, Nolan, singing L-O-V-E by Nat King Cole. As you will hear, the correct pitches are rarely to be found.   But, there is a clear reason why this is occurring:   Young girls have the opportunity to successfully […]

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Concert Success without Stress: Singers Take Ownership!

April 30, 2023 by Adam Paltrowitz Leave a Comment

As you approach your spring concert season:   Do you feel the PRESSURE starting to mount?   Do you feel the STRESS of making your concert successful.   Does this tension impact your demeanor in rehearsals?   Do you feel like YOU care more about the concert than your singers?   Well, if any of […]

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How to Nail Your Choir Rehearsal Observation!

April 23, 2023 by Adam Paltrowitz Leave a Comment

Getting observed can be really stressful, even for seasoned teachers. When an authority figure is watching us, it can easily affect the way we deliver our intended lesson. I want to help you to NAIL your OBSERVATION each and every time. The most important thing regarding an observation is understanding your observer’s viewpoint. What is […]

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Choir Senioritis…….11 Ways To Minimize the Symptoms

April 9, 2023 by Adam Paltrowitz Leave a Comment

Does your entire choir SUFFER from choir senioritis? Are your choir seniors RUINING your rehearsals with their NEGATIVE attitudes? I have news for you….this IS avoidable If we want to avoid the senior burnout, apathy, and negativity, we must make the final months MEANINGFUL FOR THEM. SENIORITIS IS REVERSIBLE, just like poor behavior in the […]

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