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Continue reading →: 4 Beautiful John Rutter Pieces for Your Next Christmas ConcertWhen it comes to Christmas choral music, few composers capture the season’s spirit quite like John Rutter. His works are beloved by choirs around the world for their lyrical melodies, rich harmonies, and accessible yet expressive writing. Whether you’re planning a school concert, a church service, or a community performance,…
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Continue reading →: Choral Warm-Up: Solfege Canons for Sight Singing and Part IndependenceOne of the most effective ways to build sight singing skills and strengthen part independence in your choir is through solfege canons. These short, repeatable exercises layer simple melodic patterns into beautiful harmony, all while training singers’ ears. I’ve created three free solfege canons you can use with your ensemble.…
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Continue reading →: New Messiah Rehearsal Tracks for Choir SingersIf you’ve ever sung Handel’s Messiah, you know just how thrilling (and challenging!) it can be. The Hallelujah Chorus is one of the most iconic pieces in choral music, but learning your part confidently takes time and focused practice. That’s why I’m excited to share my brand-new rehearsal tracks designed…
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Continue reading →: Composer of the Month Bundle: Simplify Your LessonsOne of the biggest challenges as a music teacher is balancing performance prep with all of the other pieces of the curriculum—history, listening, analysis, and reflection. Sometimes it feels like there just isn’t enough time to do it all. That’s exactly why I created my Composer of the Month Bundle:…
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Continue reading →: September is the New January: Teacher Resolutions for a Fresh StartFor most people, January feels like the start of a new year. But let’s be real—teachers know that the real “reset button” happens in September. A new school year means fresh faces, fresh energy, and a chance to start again with better systems and new routines. If you’ve ever felt…
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