Isaac Cates is an enigma wrapped in a riddle. A classically trained pianist, who is also a gospel music specialist, but also a singer-song writer… Oh! and also a choir clinician. Turns out he is also a fantastic podcast guest! Join Isaac and I in studio for this multifaceted conversation. We discussed Isaac’s approach to […]
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Married to the Choir with Brett and Jennaya Robison and Beth Munce
This special episode comes at Podcasting from a bit of a different angle. Enjoy a spot as a fly on the wall while two couples, both comprised of two choral musicians, sit down to discuss the benefits and possible pitfalls of being married to someone who shares your professional sphere. My wife Beth and I […]
Telling the Story of American Choral Singing
With Dr. Jerry Blackstone, Matthew Workman and Brian Gaukel Have you heard about this yet?! What an exciting project this is. My three guests for this episode have teamed up to create a monumental expression of what choral singing means to us here in the United States. “CHORAL SINGING IN AMERICA: NURTURING THE AMERICAN SOUL.” […]
Working Between Indian and Western Classical Worlds with Reena Esmail
The Oxford Series on the Choralosophy Podcast! Reena Esmail is currently the composer in residence for the LA Master Chorale and the composer of TaReKiTa published by Oxford University Press. Reena Esmail works between the worlds of Indian and Western classical music, to bring communities together through the creation of equitable musical spaces and holds degrees from Juilliard […]
Car Thoughts: On the critical nature of performances and face to face conversation
I wanted to take this opportunity to let you know that I have added a new TYPE of short form content to the stream. “Car Thoughts” will be periodical and completely unscripted. As 2021 continues to reveal a stream of exciting guests and topics that will keep my production schedule very busy, this outlet will […]
Audio Engineering For Dummies with Josh Williams
Corporation walks us through the basics of how to create a respectable digital representation of your ensemble. A nuts and bolts episode covering everything you need to know before you get started! Many of us will exist at different places on the learning curve on this topic, but Josh is a true expert and leader […]