Sometimes we overthink our concerts. We over-program or focus on details that are truly insignificant in the big picture. I want to share 10 SIMPLE concert tips that will make your concert more successful! There is no “rocket science” here; I give you 10 “no-brainer” things you can do to create a better performance: both for […]
The 11 Winter Concert Songs I Repeat Every Year
I repeat the same 11 pieces at my winter concert every year! These 11 pieces are special to my students and our audiences. These 11 pieces are easy to learn and passed on from choir member to choir member. These 11 pieces bring our alumni back year after year. In this blog post I share these 11 pieces, video recordings of each piece from […]
8 Reasons I Repeat the Same Holiday Choir Music Every Year
I repeat the same holiday music every year at my annual winter choir concert. It’s not a secret. I’m not ashamed of it. It’s part of my choir culture. I will share one more thing about my holiday repertoire: I haven’t started to teach any of it yet…..not one single song. Check out my latest blog post to […]
A Pre-Thanksgiving Choral Lesson Everyone can be Grateful for!
It’s almost TURKEY TIME! Are your students acting like wild turkeys right now? Are you looking to fill the final rehearsals before Thanksgiving? I’ve got a plan for you. It will cost you nothing and be fun and productive! The entire plan and resources will be provided in this blog post! A Thanksgiving Choral Lesson […]
The Special Rehearsal Before Thanksgiving: OUR BIG WIN!
Are your students off-the-wall just before Thanksgiving each year? I LOVE the rehearsals before Thanksgiving break. In fact, the Pre-Thanksgiving rehearsal is my favorite rehearsal of the entire year. This one rehearsal has tremendous value and leaves a lasting impression on my students. This blog post is FILLED with ideas that can start TODAY and go straight through the holiday season! Here […]
Should Choir Members Be Forced To Sing Solo?
Should Choir Members Be Forced To Sing By Themselves? This age-old question is usually met with strong, opposing viewpoints. As I advocate for self-selected ensembles, ones where ANYONE can join, I have an opinion I would like to share. I hope this blog post presents some food for thought! Here is: Should Choir Members Be Forced To […]