The Voice

About The Voice

Chorus America's award-winning quarterly magazine, The Voice, highlights chorus news, artistic initiatives in the choral world, and advice and commentary on the business of running a successful chorus. The Voice is distributed to nearly 2,000 choral leaders throughout North America. It is published in Spring, Summer, and Fall/Winter; ISSN 1074-0805. Browse articles and past issues in the tabs below. Editor, Liza W. Beth

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More past Fellows speak about the impact of their Masterclass experience.
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Being appointed to chair a committee is the easy part. This practical advice, tested in the real world, will help ensure success.
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For the composing team of Paul Caldwell and Sean Ivory, inspiration usually comes in the form of a story that grabs them and won’t let go. Such was the case...
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Over the years, many talented conductors have participated in Chorus America’s Masterclasses. The Voice asked past Fellows to share where they are now, and how their Masterclass experience has shaped...
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Making time to incorporate movement exercises during rehearsal can be a challenge, but a number of conductors are finding that it makes a real difference in the way their groups...
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Choruses are finding crowdfunding success, from raising money for specific projects to participating in community giving events.
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Today's GLBT choruses continue to be places to unite in common causes, but their perspectives have changed along with the times.
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It’s important to consider whether endowment fundraising is right for your chorus and to carefully plan before taking the leap.
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Participating in a chorus can have a transformative effect on a child’s academic achievement and overall well-being.
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Whether taking up a new activity or continuing a lifelong practice, older adults who sing are reaping a host of social and health benefits.
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The power of group singing to elevate mood and forge relationships can help people weather challenges and face life’s ups and downs.
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A growing movement to bring singing into hospice and hospital settings eases end-of-life transitions for patients and their families.