I hope you have an amazing concert! So, after the concert, what is your plan? What do you do in your rehearsal the VERY NEXT DAY after your concert? Here is: What NOT to do IN CLASS the day AFTER the concert…. If your concert hasn’t arrived yet (mine is on the 19th), I suggest you read this blog as well: […]
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10 SIMPLE Things That Will Make Your Concert More Successful!
The success of your concert is dependent on more than just solid concert programming and vocal execution! In fact, I would argue that those two things have far less to do with a successful concert than you might think. How do you stay true to high-quality concert programming while ensuring your audience appreciates their experience? Don’t fret, I will share […]
7 LAST MINUTE Holiday Repertoire Ideas that WILL work!
It’s not too late to add additional holiday music to your concert! I have 7 awesome suggestions that can be learned in just 1 or 2 rehearsals! This blog post will ALSO provide a fast and effective strategy for teaching each piece! Most pieces can be downloaded instantly, in time for your next rehearsal! Here are: 7 LAST MINUTEHoliday Repertoire Ideasthat […]
Don’t Get Rid of the Previous Director’s Alumni Piece!
If you are taking over a choral program, don’t eliminate the previous director’s traditional concert pieces, especially ones with alumni or audience participation. Their piece might not fit your vision, but I recommend you read this first before making such a change. Here is: Don’t Get Rid of the Previous Director’sAlumni Piece! Also, check out the Thanksgiving/Fall Gratitude Round, a […]
The Final Rehearsal Before Thanksgiving: OUR BIG WIN!
Are your students off-the-wall on the final rehearsal before Thanksgiving? I LOVE the final rehearsal 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. Here is the latest blog post: The Final Rehearsal Before Thanksgiving: OUR BIG WIN!
Sight Reading Factory vs Smart Music? I NEED BOTH!
We all know SIGHT-SINGING is important, right? So which online sight-singing program is better: Sight Reading Factory or Smart Music? I use them both! Besides sharing strengths and weaknesses of each program, I’m going to share EXACTLY how I use each program with my students! Here is: Sight Reading Factory vs Smart Music? I NEED BOTH!