Today, April 22, we had a conversation about Dr. Jonathan Young and his journey as a well rounded artist with experience in percussion, voice, and his main instrument the piano. "Dr. Jonathan Young is an active pianist, composer, teacher, conductor, and accompanist. He earned a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in piano performance at the University of…

Principal Teaching Artist David Bobay sat down for an exciting three-episode Pride month series with Dr. William Sauerland, author of Queering Vocal Pedagogy: A Handbook for Teaching Trans and Genderqueer Singers and Fostering Gender-Affirming Spaces. Dr. Sauerland and David discussed vocal repertoire across the spectrum for trans and Genderqueer s…

Principal Teaching Artist David Bobay sat down for an exciting three-episode Pride month series with Dr. William Sauerland, author of Queering Vocal Pedagogy: A Handbook for Teaching Trans and Genderqueer Singers and Fostering Gender-Affirming Spaces. Dr. Sauerland and David discussed vocal repertoire across the spectrum for trans and Genderqueer s…

Principal Teaching Artist David Bobay sat down for an exciting three-episode Pride month series with Dr. William Sauerland, author of Queering Vocal Pedagogy: A Handbook for Teaching Trans and Genderqueer Singers and Fostering Gender-Affirming Spaces. Dr. Sauerland and David discussed vocal repertoire across the spectrum for trans and Genderqueer s…

Today we had a conversation about the life of the artist, countertenor performer. pedagogue, choir conductor, and more with Dr William Sauerland from Purdue University Fort Wayne. "William Sauerland (he/they) is an Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Choral Studies for the School of Music at Purdue University – Fort Wayne, conducting chora…

Today we enjoyed a conversation filled with experiences and music with Cote Godoy from Musical Connexion. José Manuel (¨Cote¨) Godoy, musician and educator, was born in Santiago de Chile, where, at 5 years old he began his journey with music. Cote has received national recognition for his songwriting and pioneered the community arts Open Microphone…

Today (03/14) we talked about her artistic journey from Canada to the United States and Beyond. Emily loves going on walks with her dog and taking care of her plants. Emily Bird is a graduate from the University of Notre Dame, with a Masters of Sacred Music in vocal performance. While at Notre Dame, she served as a director with the Notre Dame Chil…

Today (03/05) we talked with Jonathan Busarow, the choir conductor at Fort Wayne Children's Choir. Professor Busarow is in frequent demand as a clinician and as a tenor soloist. He has conducted at the American Choral Director’s Association National and Regional Conferences, the Association of Lutheran Church Musicians, the Indiana Music Educators …

Today 03/04 we spent time with Dr. Tescarollo from Purdue University Fort Wayne to share his artistic journey from Brazil to the United States and beyond. "Since his debut with the São Paulo State Symphony Orchestra (OSESP), Hamilton Tescarollo has performed both as a solo and collaborative pianist in the United States, Canada, Europe, and South Am…

Today, (02/22) we had a conversation with Maestro Marshall White. A kind and wise person and artist that loves movies and playing billiards. Marshall A. White is the esteemed Founder and CEO of Unity Performing Arts Foundation in Fort Wayne, IN, and serves as the Director and Life Coach for the Voices of Unity Youth Choir. Established in July 2000,…

David Calderon, el Salvadoreño host de WBOI/NPR con 22 años del programa Connexxion Latina. Un programa que se transmite todos los domingos a las 6pm en Indiana, Michigan, Ohio y más por 89.1 FM. David Calderon the Salvadorian host of WBOI/NPR with 22 years of the the Connexxion Latina. The radio program is transmitted every Sunday at 6 p.m in Indi…

Lindsay Platt is the Director of Development for the Fort Wayne Children’s Choir. She is a native of Cleveland, Ohio, and a graduate of Butler University, where she received a degree in Arts Administration and studied voice with Dr. Steven Rickards. Her love of music began at age five when she persistently asked her parents for a violin. Since that…

Today, (12/07/2023), we had a meaningful moment to share the music we love, traditions, and thoughts about the 2023. We collaborated with several artist to offer this last episode of the 2023. Introduction Poem "Twas The Spirit of Christmas", farewell and acknowledgment by Laura Burger, Development Director. Microphones and logistics by Eric Miller…

Today (11/28), had a conversation with Josiah Lund the education associate and staff pianist at Heartland Sings. "Josiah Lund is a Pianist and Teacher with a passion for sharing the expressive beauty of music. Josiah Graduated in 2022 with a Bachelors in Music in Piano Performance from Purdue Fort Wayne, where he won the Purdue Fort Wayne Concerto …

Today, (11/20), we had a time to learn about Patricia Adsit. One of the biggest supporters of Heartland Sings. The vocal studios are named after her generous contribution to the mission Heartland Sings fills. We appreciate the support Patricia Adsit offers to Heartland Sings from the beginning of the company to the current times to provide a consis…

Today (11/15) talked about the artist going away from the land we grow up and the moments the international experience brings through discipline and love for music. Jude Balthazar is the tenor Principal Teaching Artist at Heartland Sings and a lover of the movies! "Jude Balthazar is a Haitian tenor and is completing his DMA degree in voice and oper…

Today (11/02) we had a conversation with Mary Snow, soprano member of the big choir and treasurer with the Board of Directors at Heartland Sings. "Mary Snow is a native of Fort Wayne. She graduated from Concordia Lutheran High School and Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana majoring in Management with an Accounting option. Mary was a Field Ex…

Today (10/24) we have a conversation with Rachel Colman about resilience and her artistic journey. "Staff Sergeant (SSgt) Rachael Colman serves as a vocalist in the United States Air Force. Rachael earned a B.M. in Voice from Baylor University and an M.M. in Opera from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She then traveled the country for severa…

Today (10/13) we had a conversation with Dr Diana Jackson, the chairman of the board at Heartland Sings, director of diversity and inclusion at Parkview Hospital and a lover of ballroom dances. "Dr. Diana Jackson-Davis was born in Manchester, England to British Nigerian parents and lived in Nigeria for several years before moving to Fort Wayne Indi…

Today (10/12) we had a conversation with Kara Fahl Jaurigue the box and office manager at Heartland Sings, Youth Director Plymouth Congregational Church, UCC, and the vocalist at Home by 10. "Kara Fahl Jaurigue is a native of Fort Wayne and a graduate of South Side High School. She has joined Heartland Sings as the Office Manager, and is stepping i…

Today (09/14) we had a conversation with Antonio Azpiri the bass/baritone Principal Vocal Artist at Heartland Sings and a lover of trips and books. "Antonio Azpiri is a Mexican Bass Baritone, he has sung “Leporello” in Mozart’s “Don Giovanni,” first with Universidad Pan Americana at Teatro de las Artes in Mexico City, with West Bay Opera at Palo Al…

Today (09/123, we had a conversation with Ashlee Bickley McCrory, the Development Associate & Teaching Artist at Heartland Sings, a voice faculty at Purdue University Fort Wayne, and a mother of two. "Mezzo-soprano Ashlee Bickley performs and teaches various genres across the classical singing medium. Ashlee has appeared as a soloist across the Uni…

Today (09/12), we had a conversation with Sydney Fabregas the soprano Principal Teaching Artist at Heartland Sings and an avid reader and a lover of long distance calls to keep in touch with family. "Sydney Fabregas is a rising American Soprano carving her path in classical and musical theatre performance. She has recently completed her Master's De…

Today (09/11) we had a conversation with David Bobay the bass/baritone Principal Teaching Artist at Heartland Sings and a lover of nature and several art forms. "David Bobay is a multifaceted artist who performs and teaches at Heartland Sings in Fort Wayne, IN. He is a graduate of Ball State University (‘14). His recent performance roles have taken…

Today ( 08/31) we had a conversation with Lisa Gerstenkorn , the alto principal vocal artist at Heartland Sings. Lisa is a cat lover, a collections, and loves different cuisines. "Praised for her genuine stage presence and signature low notes, contralto Lisa Marie Gerstenkorn is an active and enthusiastic performer and educator of varied vocal genr…

Today ( 08/27) we had a constructive and enjoyable conversation with Eric Miller ,Vice President & General Manager of Heartland Sings. Eric offers not only a rich baritone voice to the table but also an authentic persona in each to each one of his professional duties. "After growing up in Indianapolis and spending five years at Ball State Universit…

Today (08/22) we talked with Allison Pareis, director of mark ting at Heartland Sings and a passionate about the equestrian 🐎 arts. "Allison Pareis is the Director of Marketing at Heartland Sings. She enjoys telling the stories of life through a variety of media including painting, sculpting, photography, music, and video. She first worked with Hea…

Today (08/16) we talked with Laura Burger, director of development at Heartland Sings and a passionate about the art of writing. You should follow Laura's Blog and Laura's book 📚 Laura Burger works as the Director of Development for Heartland Sings, Inc. She is a writer and copy editor; a creative soul with a short attention span. She assembles col…

Today (08/16) we talked with Andrea Salazar, doctoral student in voice performance and master's program of arts administration at the University of Kentucky as well as part time teaching artist at Heartland Sings, creator of the Canto de Corazón summer program with the YMCA - Renaissance Pointe. English Bio Ecuadorian Soprano, Andrea Salazar has pa…

Today (07/20) we talked with David Snyder, member of the board of Trustees at Heartland Sings and sales engineer at Sweetwater about arts being an essential aspect of life as water. David Snyder ran his own business, Sonic Landscape Music, in Maplewood, New Jersey for 30 years. Freelance Composer, Arranger & Conductor, active in many areas of the b…

Today, 07/27/2023 we interview Melisa McCann from the SUNSET MUSICA and the YMCA Renaissance Pointe to talk about her experience in the performance venue and on her several board of trustees as an advocate of the arts. Melisa McCann, originally from Munster, IN- Received a BA in Musical Theatre Performance from Indiana University, Bloomington, IN. …

Today we talked with Natalie Young, the soprano principal vocal artist (07/07) about the importance of the arts. Dazzling audiences with her light lyric coloratura voice, soprano Natalie Young has made her mark performing a wide variety of styles from opera to pop. As an oratorio soloist, Ms. Young’s credits include: Mass in Blue (Todd), Stabat Mat…

Today we talked with Kim Nazarian from the New York Voices, Grammy Award Jazz Ensemble about several aspects of her life and the concert we offered a few weeks (06/24) ago at the Heartland Sings Vocal Arts Conference. Kim Nazarian is a world renowned, Grammy nominated jazz performing and recording artist, educator and clinician. Besides her work as…

Having served as a professional singer and twice-tenured full professor of voice at both secular and Christian universities throughout the mid-west, Dr. Brautigam now resides and operates his vocal studio in Franklin, Tennessee. Keith Brautigam received his Master of Music and Doctor of Music degrees in vocal performance from the renowned Jacobs Sc…

Heartland Sings, Inc. is a nonprofit vocal music production company based in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Founded in 1997 by Maestro Robert Nance, Heartland Sings creates a variety of vocal music productions and educational outreach programs. The first episode is about Maestro Nance and his journey to create Heartland Sings. I have devoted most of my profe…