For more than a decade, my rehearsal approach for the month of January could be simply described as: NO CHORAL MUSIC! Let’s give them a Choral break! What should we do instead? I’m going to share my January approach, the approach I use every year with my high school choirs! Here is: My “NO CHORAL MUSIC in JANUARY” […]
Choral Clarity
8 Tips for Restarting Rehearsals after the New Year
The New Year allows both students and directors the opportunity for a fresh start. Is there anything you want to do differently? Do you want your rehearsal to be more effective? more focused? more engaging? Now is a great time to make a few rehearsal tweaks! Here are: 8 Tips for Restarting Rehearsals after the […]
What NOT to do IN CLASS the day AFTER the concert….
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: […]
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 […]