Episode 261: The Art of Programming with Jo-Michael Scheibe
The name “Jo Michael Scheibe” has been known to many in the world of choral music for decades for more than just the sound of his choirs. The Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series is one of the richest and most thorough curations of the art form available. Choosing repertoire can often be a “needle in a … Continue reading "Episode 261: The Art of Programming with Jo-Michael Scheibe"
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Episode 260: The World is Your Chorister with Jonas Rasmussen
Many choir directors share warm ups and other activities in the form of video clips. But few have gained as much traction as Jonas Rasmussen. Tune in to find out why, and to go behind the scenes and in depth on these awesome exercises! You may know him as The “Choir Conductor” on Instagram. In … Continue reading "Episode 260: The World is Your Chorister with Jonas Rasmussen"
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Episode 259: But You Don’t LOOK Like a Conductor with Dr. Nicole Mattfeld
Much is said about gender disparity and imbalance in the Arts and Education. But, this week, our guest gets personal by sharing some specifics. The microagressions of a male-dominated profession. In this conversation, Dr. Nicole Mattfeld discusses her experiences as a female choral conductor, highlighting the challenges of gender bias, societal expectations, and the impact … Continue reading "Episode 259: But You Don’t LOOK Like a Conductor with Dr. Nicole Mattfeld"
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The First Days of Choir Part 6: Installing a Personhood Curriculum
What is the POINT of a solid, well installed, Choral/Vocal Pedagogy for young people? Why does it matter? Just to make good performers? Or is it something deeper… The episode is the sixth part of a series titled “The First Days of Choir,” inspired by Harry Wong’s educational text “The First Days of School.” In … Continue reading "The First Days of Choir Part 6: Installing a Personhood Curriculum"
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Episode 258: Crafting Identity Through Music with Shruthi Rajasekar
“Everything in my music journey was my own drive… I actually love this.” Shruthi’s story of “falling in love at first sight” will inspire you. In this edition of the Oxford Series we explore the vibrant fusion of Carnatic and Western classical music through the eyes of a composer who crafts her identity into every … Continue reading "Episode 258: Crafting Identity Through Music with Shruthi Rajasekar"
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