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The Essential 4Bs Every Choir Director Needs To Master

March 9, 2025 by Adam Paltrowitz Leave a Comment

What if the key to running a thriving, stress-free choir classroom came down to just four essential elements?   As a high school or middle school choir director, you’re constantly managing expectations, student engagement, and your own workload. But the most successful directors have mastered a simple but powerful framework—the 4Bs.   What are they? And more importantly, are you in control […]

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Overworked & Burnt Out? Choir Directors, You Deserve Better!

March 2, 2025 by Adam Paltrowitz Leave a Comment

NEW BLOG POST! Are you a middle or high school choir director struggling to balance your passion for teaching with a life outside the classroom? It is possible to build a thriving choir program without burning out! My latest blog post dives into what it really takes to be a successful, energized, and fulfilled choir […]

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3 Thanksgiving Choir Songs We Use Every Year!

November 10, 2024 by Adam Paltrowitz Leave a Comment

As Thanksgiving approaches, our choir eagerly anticipates the Thanksgiving Interfaith Ceremony—a gathering that unites diverse backgrounds in gratitude, unity, and community. This event allows us to share the gift of music, setting a warm, reflective, and inclusive tone for all present. Over time, we’ve introduced a few songs that have become cherished traditions, beautifully arranged and quick […]

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Choir Halloween – 9 Last Minute Rehearsal Ideas!

October 27, 2024 by Adam Paltrowitz Leave a Comment

Do you want to make your Halloween rehearsal special? If so, it’s not too late! As a result of this blog post, you will be prepared for your rehearsals this week, as well as your Halloween rehearsal! Don’t miss the opportunity to utilize HALLOWEEN and all of its festivities to engage your students, build community […]

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How to End a Rehearsal Effectively: Make the Last Moments Count

September 29, 2024 by Adam Paltrowitz Leave a Comment

I’ve written a great deal about starting a rehearsal, but it’s equally important to discuss how to end one effectively. The truth is, the way we end a rehearsal has a lasting impact on our students. It often influences how they remember the entire experience. While the opening of class sets the stage for a […]

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Sight Reading Factory’s Auto-Grading Tool – HERE’S THE TRICK…

September 8, 2024 by Adam Paltrowitz Leave a Comment

Before I discovered Sight Reading Factory (SRF), I was using Smart Music for sight-singing homework. I liked it because it auto-graded assignments, which saved me a boatload of time.   However, as I gained more experience, I realized that Smart Music’s auto-grading feature was creating more hassle for the students than convenience for my grading process.   That’s when I made […]

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