Show Notes
In this episode of The Choral Director’s Toolbox, host Dr. William Baker continues his exploration of "Improving Your Choir’s Intonation Part 2", shifting from prevention to practical correction. Drawing on the legacy of Robert Shaw and decades of rehearsal experience, he offers concrete strategies for addressing chronic tuning issues, including developing pitch memory, refining the collective ear, and using tools such as unison singing, open intervals, and Bach chorales. With clarity and urgency, Dr. Baker emphasizes that intonation must be cultivated intentionally through disciplined rehearsal practices.
In today’s listener question, Dr. Baker responds to a common inquiry about donating unused choral scores to the Sullivan Choral Library, turning the discussion into a broader reflection on stewardship, optimism, and the future of choral programs.
Today’s inspiration is The Dream Isaiah Saw by Glenn Rudolph, performed by The Washington Chorus under the direction of Julian Wachner, a powerful and hopeful work shaped in the shadow of 9/11.
Join us for an insightful episode on tuning, teaching, and the enduring belief in the future of choral music.
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