Conductors have been complaining about a lack of male voices in their choirs for centuries. I've done it. You've done it. Bach did it. So, let's cook with what we have, shall we? Here's a look at some repertoire that will be exciting to the men singing, as well as to the listener. Analyze this […]
Stick Time: Warm-up with Conte 1
How is THIS for a new year’s resolution: Help the Choir SOUND better. Seems simple doesn’t it? Here is a clip from the 2011 ACDA National Conference of David Conte sharing a warm up suggestion.
A Holiday Gift from ACDA: “First Listen”
The American Choral Directors Association has added an exciting NEW FEATURE to the ACDA website – exclusively for ACDA members. Thanks to a special arrangement with Naxos, ACDA members can now enjoy “FIRST LISTEN,” a program that previews excerpts from 15 new choral recordings before they are released to the general public. “We are […]
Sunday Inspiration: Corala Armonia
Happy New Year!
Saturday Respite: Mozart Bossa Nova
Whew, Saturday. Time for a break . . .