Is Reflux Causing My Vocal Problems?

Margaret Baroody | Health, Singing

Something is irritating your vocal cords and you think it might be reflux. Vocal health expert Margaret Baroody gives us her take on the situation, along with treatment advice. Read more

Vocal Strain: When to Sing and When to Give it a Rest

Margaret Baroody | Health, Singing

When should a singer consult a doctor about a vocal problem or injury? One Chorus America member reported that he was left with laryngitis and a sore throat after screaming during a sport event. He wondered what to do, if anything, to recover. Read more

How to Choose a Voice Teacher

Lisa Koehler | Careers

You've decided to make the commitment to improving your singing abilities. But how do you find the right instructor to help you on your way? Read more

Virtual Choir Project Brings Together Distant Strangers in Performance

Cory Davis | Education, Innovation, Participation, Singing, Technology

Is a chorus still a chorus if the singers are singing from their computers? Read more

The Choral Warm-Ups of Robert Shaw

Pamela Elrod | Rehearsal, Singing, Technique/Tool

Believing that the chorus was a corporate entity with a spirit of kinship, famed conductor Robert Shaw used the warm-up period to focus on matters of tuning, tone color, ensemble blend, acoustical conditions, and development of the dynamic palette. We've compiled several of his warm-ups. Read more

The Feldenkrais Method for Singers—Vocalizing To Release Tension

Karen R Clark | Health, Singing, Technique/Tool

Through a self-discovery process using movement, the practice of Feldenkrais can help singers perform with minimum effort and maximum efficiency. In this video, Feldenkrais practitioner Karen Clark guides a singer to notice and then release tension while vocalizing. Read more

The Feldenkrais Method for Singers—Opening the Throat

Karen R Clark | Health, Singing, Technique/Tool

The practice of Feldenkrais can help singers perform with minimum effort and maximum efficiency. In this video, Feldenkrais practitioner Karen Clark demonstrates how opening the throat releases tension and allows for greater freedom in singing. Read more

The Feldenkrais Method for Singers—Introduction

Karen R Clark | Health, Singing, Technique/Tool

You know that freed-up feeling where it seems your body is singing itself? Singers yearn for more of that, but myriad stresses, tensions, confusions, and vocal issues can get in the way. Through a self-discovery process using movement, the practice of Feldenkrais can help singers perform with minimum effort and maximum efficiency. In this video series, Feldenkrais practitioner Karen Clark describes and demonstrates how this approach has helped her—and the singers she works with—release tension and find greater freedom in their singing. Read more

Breath of Inspiration: An evening of Gospel, Classical, Jazz and More!

111 S Grand Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90012

iris@DCINY.org | Adults/Seniors, Audiences, Children/Youth, Composing/Commissioning, Conducting, Diversity, Education, Families, General, Marketing/Public Relations, Participation, Performance, Repertoire, Schools, Singing, Symphonic, Venue

An evening of triumphant music! Members of Toronto Youth Wind Orchestra, Atlanta Youth Wind Symphony and Gwen Wyatt Chorale (CA) provide an entertaining palette of unique genre-bending sounds. From Gospel to Classical, these passionate, energetic artists perform with a supreme gusto and enthusiasm that is sure to delight and entertain audiences of all ages and tastes.   Read more

NATURE SINGS: A Celebration of Earth, Sea and Sky

Washington, DC

Debby McConnell | Performance

From the triumphant majesty of snow covered mountains to the hypnotic tranquility of a babbling brook, the sights and sounds of nature have been a source of inspiration for some of the the world’s most powerful and transcendent music. Come experience a diverse selection of choral works inspired by the beauty of the earth, from the warble of a songbird to the crashing waves of the sea. It will be an evening of music that will energize your spirit and lift your soul. Features 80 members of the Congressional Chorus and over 100 members of the American Youth Chorus.  General Admission tickets are $25 - available at congressionalchorus.org or at the door.   National City Christian Church, 5 Thomas Circle NW, Washington DC Read more

Coro Allegro: Coming Full Circle, Celebrating 20 Years with David Hodgkins

Boston, MA

Coro Allegro |

Coro Allegro's celebratory season ends by honoring our musical traditions, past & future. We reprise the popular Schubert’s Mass in G, from our first concert under the baton of David Hodgkins, and continue our tradition of introducing premieres and new works to our audiences. As a special treat, we will invite former singers to join us on stage and sing with us again, making this season a true full circle! Read more

Susquehanna Chorale Auditions

Cocoa Ave., Hershey, PA

Susquehanna Cho... | Participation

  You, too, can be a part of our three-decade tradition of singing. Auditions for the Susquehanna Choral are by appointment only at the close of each season. Previous singing experience is required. Please contact us for additional information or to set up an audition.   Read more