“I have to take care of myself. It’s about self-preservation.” Danielle de Niese This month we are exploring ways to take of ourselves during the most intense and busy time of the year for our profession. Getting enough rest, eating regular meals and taking a vacation for your mind are simple ways to take care […]
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Choral Potpourri: Comfort Food
“The best comfort food will always be greens, cornbread, and fried chicken.” Maya Angelou November begins today and so does our November Choral Potpourri/Choral Ethics series on Self-Care. As we head toward our busy season, I thought it might be good to give you some ideas on how to take care of yourself during this […]
Choral Potpourri/Choral Ethics: The “Know-It-All” in Your Life
“Do not they bring it to pass by knowing that they know nothing at all?” Jean Racine You know the type; always in the know, the first adapters, the most socially-conscious of us all and will tell you what you’ve been doing wrong, smugly, before you say a word. They might be at a professional […]
Choral Potpourri/Choral Ethics: Using Music for Good
“I may be helping to bring harmony between people through my music.” Nat King Cole The world is crazy and times are tough. How do you cope when things turn difficult? Many people sing together. They join their worship community choir; serving their congregation as well as making themselves feel better by singing with others. […]
Choral Potpourri/ Choral Ethics: Knowing When To Call It Quits
“People don’t slip. Time catches up with them.” Nat King Cole No one looks forward to leaving our profession or to having to tell someone they should leave. It’s a tough time everyone will face, sooner or later; we all just hope it will be much later. Today’s Choral Ethics Blog will look at three […]
The “Secret” Your Weakest Sight-Singers May Be Hiding
Your weakest sight-singers may be keeping a “secret” from you. Once we become detectives and uncover their “secret”, they will have the ability to become great sight-singers. Find out: The “Secret” Your Weakest Sight-Singers May Be Hiding