Tim Sharp

Or at least some of these elements that must be a part of 21st century social reality. The following list represents ideas extracted from research for what is needed to build organizations such as volunteer groups of singers, incorporating the realities of the 21st century social environment. Choral excellence in programming, musicianship, pedagogy, and performance […]

As you seek to find your way as a new teacher, a young choral conductor entering the field, or an emerging leader in your school/organization/profession, let me offer some tips. I encourage ChoralNet readers to add the "secrets of your success" by replying below with your own advice to young teachers and conductors that would […]

Malcolm Gladwell says "Our instinct as humans…is to assume that most things are not interesting." in What the Dog Saw, he challenges that assumption with stories of great interest that come from ordinary individuals. We've seen the redeeming aspect of reality television, in my generous opinion, in the discovery that mundane things ARE interesting. Part […]

The choral conductor by definition has stepped into a highly visible position of leadership. A worthy leader is not satisfied with doing only good work–it is our desire to move from good to great. In Jim Collins' writing on moving good organizations to great organizations, he offers key ideas for moving in this direction. • […]

      Truth #1 As Conductor, You Make the Difference. Before you lead you have to believe you can have a positive impact on others. When you believe you can make a difference, you position yourself to hear the call to lead.  Truth #2 Integrity is the Podium on which you Stand. If people don’t believe […]

As one of my primary life and career mentors retired and moved to a location closer to children and grandchildren, this giant in my career made a point of sending some of the physical reminders of his work and craft to his protégés. It was a personal and extraordinarily meaningful gesture on his part. The […]