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Continue reading →: Choral Rehearsal Tracks for Choir TeachersIf you’re here, chances are you’re in the middle of rehearsal—or planning one. These choral rehearsal tracks are designed to support efficient, musical rehearsals by giving singers a reliable reference pitch, harmony, and structure while freeing you up to listen, conduct, and troubleshoot in real time. Whether you use them…
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Continue reading →: How I Structure Weekly Vocal Warm-Ups (And Why Consistency Beats Intensity)If you’ve ever stood in front of a choir — or opened a practice session — wondering what warm-up you’re supposed to do today, you’re not alone. For years, I treated vocal warm-ups as something to get through before the real work started. Some days they were rushed. Some days…
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Continue reading →: Why Strong Musicianship Makes Singing Feel EasierA lot of singers believe vocal struggle is purely physical. If something feels hard, the assumption is: • “I need better technique” • “I need more range” • “I need to practice harder” But in my experience, many vocal issues aren’t vocal at all. They’re musicianship issues. What happens when musicianship is weak When singers struggle…
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Continue reading →: What I’d Tell Singers Who Feel Stuck Right NowAlmost every singer I know has gone through a phase where things feel… stalled. You’re practicing.You’re showing up.But nothing feels better — and sometimes it feels worse. If that’s you right now, here’s what I’d want you to hear. Being stuck doesn’t mean you’re failing Plateaus are part of skill…
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Continue reading →: Classic High School Choir Pieces to Consider for Festival(and how to rehearse them efficiently) Choosing the right repertoire for festival season can make or break your rehearsal process. The best festival pieces challenge students musically while still being achievable within limited rehearsal time — and they reward careful musicianship, blend, tuning, and stylistic awareness. Below are several classic…
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