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Tired of the bar scene? Online dating services not doing it for you? Have you considered joining a chorus?
Choral singers have a particular kind of courage—not the courage of those who climb mountains, but the courage of those who show up and practice.
If you were stranded on a desert island, what choral music recording would you take with you? When we asked this of some 600 choral singers, many of them thought the question was—how to put this delicately?—ill-advised.
Whether or not a concert was exceptional, standing ovations are becoming de rigueur with today's audiences. Is this reflective of declining music programs in the schools?
Which comes first—the melody or the lyrics? Composer Alice Parker explains her creative process.
Providing financial oversight for your chorus is a critical role with many facets—learn about the challenges and rewards of effective stewardship.
Senior choruses are springing up all over, and singers are reaping the benefits of meaningful community involvement, increased social interaction, and better health.
Arts education is a civic investment with a tangible return. Dana Gioia emphasizes the need for arts education in all schools and for all children, and cautions against trading off the challenging pleasures of art for the easy comforts of entertainment.
When Brazeal Dennard passed away in 2010, he left behind a rich musical legacy. This 2007 article profiled the life and career of this champion for African-American music as he celebrated 60 years conducting the Angelic Choir of the Peoples Baptist Church in Detroit.
Writing a successful foundation proposal is not rocket science, but it does require vision, research, planning, cultivation, and careful implementation.
So, it's your turn: You have been asked to step into the role of board chair. But what will be expected of you? How can you be sure that you can provide the leadership needed? How can you fulfill the expectations outlined in the job description? We explore top traits of board leaders, how to motivate your team, and crafting productive partnerships among your staff.