Choralosophy Newsletter for August 2024
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Teachers are getting back in work mode, community and church choirs are firing back up! The month of July had some incredible moments on the show, so if you were taking a break from choir stuff, this is your chance to get caught up. I have been proud of MANY episodes over the show’s 5.5 year history, but this might have been the most solid MONTH of programming we have put together so far. I am also excited to welcome a NEW Show Partner in Kaleidescope Adventures, as well as a new affiliate Three Minute Theory which now has a 15% Choralosophy coupon code!! You can see ALL of the amazing organizations that support this show at Choralosophy.com/show-sponsors
Episode 205 was special for a few reasons. First, it marked the start of yet another exciting collaboration on the show with the new GIA/Walton series in which I will be working together with the great American publishing house to bring you some conversations with some movers and shakers in the field. But, more importantly, this episode with James Jordan was JAM PACKED with usable ideas and tips for directors wanting their choirs to improve their sound and intonation. Episode 206, welcomes Dr. Kari Adams in my home studio to share ideas about ways to build a “real” and enduring culture in your ensembles.
Mak Barton joined me in Episode 207 to discuss the issues many young, or next generation, music educators concern themselves with in their teaching. The conversation centered on connecting the fundamentals of choral music to the musical ideas kids are ALREADY interested in. And finally, Episode 208 with Dr. Jason Dungee was a challenge to all group leaders to consider “motivational diversity.” Put simply, we don’t know why all of our singers join the group. They are not all there for the same reasons, and that’s ok.
I hope you will drop YOUR personal favorites in the comments! I would also love to hear what you want to hear about in 2024! You can also apply to appear on the show to discuss your passion points at Choralosophy.com
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