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The Singing Conductor, with Dr. Eugene Rogers
Manage episode 184191591 series 126365
Dr. Eugene Rogers “preaches the word of the singing conductor.” There is singing, and then there is singing that utilizes technical mastery to communicate the meaning and emotion of a piece. Dr. Rogers calls these leaders who are so deeply connected to sound and its purpose Singing Conductors, and reveals the four characteristics they share in common. Listen: Highlight to Tweet: “The choirs are singing from the inside out. ” - Dr. Eugene Rogers Show Notes:
- The “singing Conductor” is a process by which one approaches making the choral art come alive.
- Singing Conductors lead choirs that sing from the inside out. They are completely aware of the technical aspects of choral music, but also deeply rooted in the understanding of the work.
- There are 4 characteristics of the Singing Conductor:
- they have a heightened sensitivity to building sound
- they emphasize sound for sound’s sake, and also sound that is directly connected to the context of the piece
- they often see technical issues as opportunities for vocal warm ups
- they place a high emphasis on communication and expression
- Think about your process. Look at conductors you admire, and figure out their approach.
- Podcast Episode: Put the Text First, with Ryan Guth
- Jerry Blackstone
- Joe Miller
- Emily Ellsworth
- Choir Nation group on Facebook
- Email Patreon - Support the podcast!
229 episodes
Manage episode 184191591 series 126365
Dr. Eugene Rogers “preaches the word of the singing conductor.” There is singing, and then there is singing that utilizes technical mastery to communicate the meaning and emotion of a piece. Dr. Rogers calls these leaders who are so deeply connected to sound and its purpose Singing Conductors, and reveals the four characteristics they share in common. Listen: Highlight to Tweet: “The choirs are singing from the inside out. ” - Dr. Eugene Rogers Show Notes:
- The “singing Conductor” is a process by which one approaches making the choral art come alive.
- Singing Conductors lead choirs that sing from the inside out. They are completely aware of the technical aspects of choral music, but also deeply rooted in the understanding of the work.
- There are 4 characteristics of the Singing Conductor:
- they have a heightened sensitivity to building sound
- they emphasize sound for sound’s sake, and also sound that is directly connected to the context of the piece
- they often see technical issues as opportunities for vocal warm ups
- they place a high emphasis on communication and expression
- Think about your process. Look at conductors you admire, and figure out their approach.
- Podcast Episode: Put the Text First, with Ryan Guth
- Jerry Blackstone
- Joe Miller
- Emily Ellsworth
- Choir Nation group on Facebook
- Email Patreon - Support the podcast!
229 episodes
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