Do you believe that “the hills are alive with music?” Meklit Hadero says we are immersed in music all around us in the ordinary sounds and silences of our everyday lives. . Listen to her TED presentation and be inspired.
I know of no better way to encourage and grow the art of choral music than to support choral composers. I have had the privilege of being involved in commissioning new choral compositions from composers such as Dan Forrest, Joseph Martin, and our very own Dr. Jeff Jordan of Fort Hays State University. Each experience […]
I had the opportunity to pause in between tuning pianos and step into the St. John Lutheran Church in Russell where the Ad Astra High School Honor Choir is rehearsing for their concert tomorrow night, July 2, at 7:30 pm. This festival is in its second year and has already established a quality reputation for itself […]
I stumbled on to an interesting video and it made me think about all the terms I throw around during choir rehearsals. “Raise your soft palette.” “Breath low and silent.” “Release your jaw.” As a voice student, I recall how learning vocal anatomy and understanding how the voice worked helped me to put a picture with what I […]
I look forward to the Chamber Singer performance in sacred space of St. Fidelis Basilica in Victoria. I try to pick literature that makes good use of the acoustics while respecting and enjoying the spiritual overtones of this beautiful place. This year we performed three pieces: Thou Shalt Know Him by Mark Sirett Thou shalt know […]
Boys singing…there is something about that sound. Full Chord Press was his vision for the development of young male voices in 2009. Full Chord Press, a 6 – 12 grade boys choir, began that year with six charter members, a box of donuts, one piece of music, and the dedication of all who were involved. Year […]
On April 14, HHS Chamber Singers traveled to Colby High School to participate in State Large Group Contest. We prepared four pieces: “Thou Shalt Know Him” by Mark Sirett, “There Will Be Rest” by Frank Ticheli, “Wayfaring Stranger” by Michael Engelhardt, and “Witness” by arranged by Jack Halloran. The choir received a “I” rating from all three […]
Raeanna Peacock and Aislinn Walters are pursuing their dream job — to be a music teacher, majoring in music education at Fort Hays State University. Nothing makes me more proud than when my own students desire to have a career as a teacher, a music teacher. A profession that I consider to be worthy, valuable, NECESSARY, […]
Listen as Pat and Penny McGinnis talk about the importance of family, the importance of being involved in your kids school activities, and the joy of seeing your kids grow and become young adults. Music is the common thread running through their story. Their story begins with Pat and Penny, members of the Hays High […]
Full Chord Press begins its 5th season on Thursday, September 4. This all-male, 6th through 12th grade, choir began with 6 charter members, a box of donuts, and one piece of music, the Beach-boys classic “Barbara Ann” and today has some 40 boys participating. The success of this group owes much to the Hays community for support — […]