By Mark Lawley One Friday many years ago I was going about my teaching with extra enthusiasm and zest. I moved from class to class, from lesson to lesson, with a heightened sense of exuberance! All of a sudden I paused to consider why I was so energized. I came to the realization that the […]
Choral Classroom
Was Anybody Listening? A Teacher Looks Back
By Debbie Aurelius-Muir This particular day began as every day had. It was Thursday. Not that that made a difference. Every day started the same. The bell rang at 8:22 a.m. and by 8:25 a.m. my special education class arrived. There were 14 students and one aide. I often struggled with it. I never intended […]
Inspiring a Growth Mind-Set in the Choral Classroom
The May issue of Choral Journal is now available online! The Rehearsal Break column features an article written by Matthew Potterton titled “Inspiring a Growth Mind-Set in the Choral Classroom.” Below is an excerpt of the article, and you can read it in its entirety in the May 2019 issue! Go to acda.org/choraljournal and click “Search Archives.”Choose May […]
Feng Shui your choral classroom (I think), with Ryan Guth
Here are some things to keep in mind when choosing the configuration of your room, and seating your choir. Listen to this episode (16 mins) Join Choir Nation on Facebook! Show Notes When choosing to Feng Shui your room and seat your choir, keep the following items in mind. Be aware of the height of you […]