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More than counting beats… it’s the heart of a director, beating with the heart of the chorus, creating a joint work of art.

Develop the skills you need to communicate and draw out the very best in your singers.

 

What's New in Direct and Teach

Sign up now for the Honors Chorus
Last Published: 4/11/2008

Sing more music...talk less
Have you ever tried this tactic to sing more at your chorus weekly meeting?
Last Published: 4/1/2008

Director Certification Facelift
The Director Certification program got a face lift in January...read all about it.
Last Published: 4/1/2008

Learn how and where you can hone your skills as a director
Attend new events and find new and exciting ways to make your job as director easier, more fun, and more effective.
Last Published: 4/1/2008

Sampling of new classes offered at Directors College
Here are just a few examples of why you should attend Directors College in 2008!
Last Published: 4/1/2008

New Manuals

Music and Performance District Vice Presidents Manual [pdf: 644 KB]
A guide to planning your work for the year, including schools, staff visits and more.
Last Published: 4/24/2008

How to Teach What You Know [pdf: 806 KB]
It's not enough to know it -- you need to be able to pass it on. Charlie Metzger explains how in this resource guide for teaching others.
Last Published: 11/8/2005

New Forms

Application and Checklist for Director Certification [pdf: 46 KB]
The Director Certification Program is designed for Society members and non-members who are currently directing a Society chapter.
Last Published: 2/13/2008

Directors College Scholarship Application [pdf: 50 KB]
Use this form to apply for free tuition at Directors College!
Last Published: 2/12/2008

Sample Director Contract [pdf: 34 KB]
Every chorus director deserves a contract describing expectations and responsibilities. This sample contract is taken from the Music Team Leadership Manual, published by the Barbershop Harmony Society.
Last Published: 9/27/2007

New Music

Warm Up Corner Unison to Harmony [pdf: 14 KB]
Try this with your quartet or chorus.
Last Published: 8/3/2006

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