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“Let me give you a definition of ethics: It is good to maintain and further life, it is bad to damage and destroy life.” Albert Schweitzer This is a Choral Ethics Blog post repeat from 2017-2018. I need to slow down during the summer as much as all of you. I try to be here, […]

“Nothing is less important than which fork you use. Etiquette is the science of living. It embraces everything. It is ethics. It is honor.” Emily Post  This is a Choral Ethics Blog post repeat from 2017-2018. I need to slow down during the summer as much as all of you. I try to be here, […]

To promote an engaging classroom environment, choral directors often incorporate fun vocal exercises in their rehearsal. ChoralEd, Episode 44 features eight fun vocal warm-ups for your choral ensemble. Keep in mind, while these exercises are fun, they also provide opportunities to work on vocal technique. To view a demonstration of each exercise, click the corresponding […]

“This Is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things!” “The Simpsons”  This is a Choral Ethics Blog post repeat from 2017-2018. I need to slow down during the summer as much as all of you. I try to be here, one way or another, every week because I know many of you look forward to this […]

Between the Staves: Choral Questions, Candid Answers, is fresh take on the classic advice column—this time for all things choral music! Modeled after the beloved “Dear Sally” format, this blog will answer your questions about choral music education, performance, and leadership. Whether you’re curious about vocal technique, rehearsal tips, repertoire selection, or the “other” side […]

“Action indeed is the sole medium of expression for ethics.” Jane Addams  This is a Choral Ethics Blog post repeat from 2017-2018. I need to slow down during the summer as much as all of you. I try to be here, one way or another, every week because I know many of you look forward […]

  “The secret of life is honesty and fair dealing. If you can fake that, you’ve got it made.” Groucho Marx  This is a Choral Ethics Blog post repeat from 2017-2018. I need to slow down during the summer as much as all of you. I try to be here, one way or another, every […]

“If you want something done, ask a busy person to do it. The more things you do, the more you can do.” Lucille Ball  This is a Choral Ethics Blog post repeat from 2017-2018. I need to slow down during the summer as much as all of you. I try to be here, one way […]

“In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.” Theodore Roosevelt This is a Choral Ethics Blog post repeat from 2017-2018. I need to slow down during the summer as much as […]

Prior to a performance, it is beneficial for choral directors to carefully consider and experiment with various standing formation, as differing formations can affect the sound of an ensemble. When considering standing formations, most directors likely think of the physical placement of voice parts (blocked or mixed formations). But arguably the more important consideration is […]