American Choral Directors Association
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As promoters of lifelong learning in the arts, choral directors must continue to provide exceptional music education and performance opportunities for our aging population. This session examines many aspects of contemporary research related to the aging voice. Topics covered will include posture, breath, articulation, hearing loss, and the effects of medication on the voice. The […]
Des Moines IA.As choral directors, we wrestle with ways to inspire our singers to perform to their full potential and to counteract the many influences that can constrict the singing voice. This interactive session will provide practical applications for developing the voice within the choral rehearsal, from the youngest singers to senior citizens, through age-appropriate exercises for […]
Baltimore MD.Choral directors seeking to expand their choral community should be looking to the retiring “baby boomers” and older adults who are returning to, or continuing their interest in, singing as they age. But the older singer has specific needs, and the Encore Chorale program has been created to provide a challenging choral environment while being […]
Baltimore MD.How can middle and high school and college choral conductors interact with independent and academic voice teachers in their area to develop a successful team? Is the voice teacher/choral conductor conflict in higher education fantasy or fact? Exploring answers to these questions, we will delve into commonly used mis-instructions and their implications.
Providence, RI
