Choral singing is an important part of the lives of many aging Americans. As we are living longer, retired persons now have the time and energy to pursue their avocation, which often involves choral...

You got an early start in choral singing. What impact did that have on you? I grew up in Chillicothe, Ohio, where I started singing in the church choir at age four. One of the great mentors of my life...

“If you want to sing, join a chorus. If you want to change the world, join a gay chorus.” Robin Godfrey, executive director of the Gay and Lesbian Association of Choruses (GALA Choruses), attributes...

With study after study showing that online giving is on the rise, it’s no wonder that crowdfunding has become such a buzzword. Defined as “funding a project or venture by raising many small amounts of...

Singing is a full-body activity, but that might not be immediately obvious to someone watching a chorus rehearse. Too often singers get stuck in a static sitting or standing position that does not...

Q: When should a singer consult a doctor about a vocal problem or injury? A: While there are many variables involved in deciding when to see a voice doctor, there is one situation where you should not...

You’ve heard this one before: healthy nonprofits derive their revenues from a variety of sources. It’s risky to an organization’s long-term stability to become too dependent on just one source, such...

From my days as an actor, I learned that writing out entire sentences or copying full sets of lyrics was a monumental waste of time. Instead, I frequently demonstrate to my chorus how one's brain has...

Q: Recently, I seem to have less control over my voice around my break, which occurs around D above middle C. Are there any exercises I can do to make the transition from my regular voice to my...