Why did we enter the choral profession? We definitely did not earn a music education degree because it was “fun” – first-year theory class weeded out that crew. Certainly “easy” is not a word any successful choral conductor would use to describe their day. So, how about that paycheck? Nope, no one gets rich […]
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Choral Caffeine: Halftime
For choral conductors working in an academic setting, the winter break is a lot like halftime of a football game – our body may be in the locker room, but our brain is still on the field (at least it better be if we want to win). Though we’re enjoying a bit of a breather […]
No swan song for choral music
It’s one of the oldest forms of musical expression and despite an era of iPods, mixing programs and home recording, choral singing is still alive and well. By Christopher Poon WHISTLER, BC — Case in point: The B.C. Boys Choir, a group of singers from around greater Vancouver that was founded 43 years ago in […]
Choral group hits high note with community
By Marci Seither COLFAX, CA — When Alta resident Janine Dexter looks into faces of Colla Voce choir members she sees more than medical professionals, teachers, wine makers and stay-at-home moms. She sees people who are passionate about music. “It is more than just singing – It is about giving something back to the world […]
Choral Caffeine: Great Moments
It’s December 21, four days until Christmas. The performances are winding down, grades are done, and we are all hungry for a moment of rest during a much-deserved winter break. Through the haze of fatigue, some among us might be wondering why one would stay in this nutty profession (and I admit to wondering if […]
Nine Hundred Real Men Sing
An amazing number of men, nine hundred strong, singing at the University of Oklahoma’s football stadium. This picture is from the event last week. However, here are a few words from the organizers back in 2007: “The purpose of the whole event is to encourage young men to sing, to show them that other […]