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SATB Writing 101: The Physics of Four-Part Harmony
Learn the rules of voice leading, spacing, and balance to write stunning four-part harmony. A step-by-step guide to avoiding parallel fifths.
No Singers? No Problem: Creating Virtual Choirs with ACE Studio
Want to hear your choral arrangement without hiring 40 singers? Learn how to use ACE Studio to create hyper-realistic virtual choirs.
A Composer's Guide to Choral Voice Ranges and Textures
Writing for choir? Don't break your singers! Master the art of vocal tessitura and learned how to arrange for Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Bass.
Thomas Tallis and William Byrd: The Friendship That Defined English Music
Explore the friendship, rivalry, and secret rebellion of Thomas Tallis and William Byrd, the two Catholics who defined English choral music.
The Robot Choir: How to Use Suno AI for Choral Composition
Can AI write a motet? We explore Suno AI, the tool that generates realistic choral music from a text prompt, and how directors can use it.
Sight-Singing 101: How to Read Music Like a Pro
Stop guessing and start reading. From Movable Do Solfege to Kodály Hand Signs, unlock the secrets of reading music at first sight.
The Golden Age: A Guide to Renaissance Polyphony
Discover the sublime beauty of Renaissance Polyphony. From Palestrina's "Savior" legend to the secrets of straight tone, explore the music of angels.
The Pentatonix Formula: Deconstructing the Sound of Success
How did five singers with no instruments take over the world? We analyze the vocal techniques, arrangements, and innovations of Pentatonix.
The Math Behind the Magic: Jacob Collier's Harmonies Explained
From Negative Harmony to Microtonal Key Changes, uncover the theoretical madness behind Jacob Collier's genius.
The King's Singers: A Masterclass in Vocal Precision
For over 50 years, The King's Singers have set the gold standard for ensemble singing. Learn their secrets of blend, balance, and the "Pyramid of Sound."
The Physics of Perfect Pitch: Fixing Choral Intonation
Stop sinking pitch in its tracks! Discover the science of Just Intonation vs. Equal Temperament and learn exercises to lock your chords.
Holograms and Hyper-Reality: The Future of Live Choral Performance
Imagine a concert where the audience is the orchestra and the conductor is a hologram. Explore the wild future of live choral music.
From Monks to Microphones: The Evolution of A Cappella
Trace the fascinating history of a cappella music from Gregorian Chant to Pitch Perfect. How did instruments disappear and then reappear within the human voice?
Embracing Digital Innovation in Choral Music
The choir of the future is here. From low-latency rehearsals to AI-assisted composition, explore how digital innovation is saving the art form.
The Golden Line: Creating Compelling Choral Melodies
Stop writing boring tunes. Learn the secrets of melodic contour, the "Law of Recovery," and how to write lines that singers are desperate to sing.
5 Essential Breathing Exercises for Choral Singers
Master the art of breath support with these 5 essential breathing exercises for choral singers. Improve your tone, stamina, and control today.
The Art of Choral Blending: Techniques for a Unified Sound
Transform your choir from a group of soloists into a unified instrument. Learn the secrets of vowel unification, listening, and tone matching.
Beatpella: The Rhythmic Revolution in A Cappella
A cappella isn't just about harmony anymore. Discover how "Beatpella" groups like MayTree and VoicePlay are turning the human voice into a drum machine.
The Architecture of Sound: Baroque Choral Masterpieces
Enter the era of Bach, Handel, and Vivaldi. Discover how the Baroque period added drama, complexity, and "terrace dynamics" to choral music.
Top AI Tools Every Choir Director Should Know
Stop wasting time on administration. Discover the AI tools that are helping choir directors with rehearsal planning, attendance, and music sorting.
From Radio to Rehearsal: Arranging Pop Songs for Choir
Transform radio hits into stunning choral arrangements. Learn the essential steps to adapt pop songs for your choir, from texture to rhythm.