
Hosts Aga Serugo-Lugo and Jeremy Haneman discuss the impact of effective communication on choir performance and environment with guests Tom Herring, co-founder and artistic director of Sansara, and Edward Price, a renowned vocalist with the BBC Singers. They delve into mental health challenges in professional singing, the importance of holistic excellence, and the need for open, two-way communication between conductors and singers.
00:00 Introduction to Effective Communication in Choirs
00:46 Meet Our Esteemed Guests
01:53 Mental Health in Professional Singing
03:28 The Impact of Choir Dynamics on Mental Health
11:30 Communication in Choir Rehearsals
22:00 Balancing Artistic Needs and Wellbeing
25:53 Future of Choir Leadership
29:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Presenters: Aga Serugo-Lugo and Jeremy Haneman
Producers: Julia Valentini and Nouria Bah
Editor: Nouria Bah
Music: Will Gardner