Some suggestions about hymn-playing.
Archive for February 2012
Q&A: How do you get your congregation to sing?
February 27, 2012Applause, with variations
February 24, 2012Applause changes with the times and the situation.
2 ways to involve the congregation
February 20, 2012Encouraging the congregation to go past its usual boundaries.
How to practice for many different situations at the same time
February 17, 2012A week of practicing for specific rehearsals.
Phlegm!
February 14, 2012Until now, I thought phlegm bothered only singers.
Working with the choir and congregation for the 1st time
February 10, 2012My first Sunday in my new Director of Music position was January 29th. To get started, the choir came early so we could talk about what we wanted to do together. And it was the choir’s suggestion! On February 5th, this past Sunday, the choir sang during the service. We had a brief rehearsal, which [...]
An unusual church organ
February 6, 2012The idiosyncrasies of a late-19th century church organ.
Ottawa Chamberfest 2012 to audition amateur chamber ensembles
February 2, 2012Post requested by Abigail Reisner, Communications Assistant, Ottawa Chamber Music Society. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ottawa Chamberfest 2012 to audition amateur chamber ensembles OTTAWA, JANUARY 30, 2012 – Ottawa Chamberfest today announced the ACE (Amateur Chamber Ensemble) Workshop, to be officially launched at the 2012 edition of the Ottawa International Chamber Music Festival. ACE is a [...]
Pianist and Vocal Coach
