In Episode 45 of The Choral Director’s Toolbox, host Dr. William Baker offers timeless insights in Considerations for Handel’s Messiah, drawing from decades of conducting experience. From editions and orchestration to soloist selection and performance practice, Dr. Baker shares practical wisdom for achieving clarity, authenticity, and joy in this beloved oratorio. This week’s listener question asks whether producing CDs still makes sense in a streaming world—leading to a discussion on the lasting value of recordings as both art and promotion. Today’s inspiration is Alice Parker’s heartfelt setting of O Thou in Whose Presence, performed by The William Baker Festival Singers in Helzberg Hall. Join us for an episode rich with historical perspective, practical artistry, and love for the choral tradition.
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In Episode 45 of The Choral Director’s Toolbox, host Dr. William Baker offers timeless insights in Considerations for Handel’s Messiah, drawing from decades of conducting experience. From editions and orchestration to soloist selection and performance practice, Dr. Baker shares practical wisdom for achieving clarity, authenticity, and joy in this beloved oratorio. This week’s listener question asks whether producing CDs still makes sense in a streaming world—leading to a discussion on the lasting value of recordings as both art and promotion. Today’s inspiration is Alice Parker’s heartfelt setting of O Thou in Whose Presence, performed by The William Baker Festival Singers in Helzberg Hall. Join us for an episode rich with historical perspective, practical artistry, and love for the choral tradition.
Choral Director’s Toolbox: Don’t Hum the Pitch Ep. 38
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Choral Director’s Toolbox: Don’t Hum the Pitch Ep. 38
In Episode 38 of "The Choral Director’s Toolbox," host Dr. William Baker warns against a common but harmful habit in "Don’t Hum the Pitch," explaining why silent preparation leads to healthier onsets, better focus, and more accurate ensemble singing. This week’s listener question takes on the challenge of balancing Christmas programming with pressures to reduce sacred content, underscoring the importance of artistic freedom. Today’s inspiration is Moses Hogan’s electrifying arrangement of the spiritual "Battle of Jericho," performed by The William Baker Festival Singers. Join us for an episode blending practical rehearsal wisdom with a strong stand for integrity in choral art.
The Choral Director's Toolbox
In Episode 45 of The Choral Director’s Toolbox, host Dr. William Baker offers timeless insights in Considerations for Handel’s Messiah, drawing from decades of conducting experience. From editions and orchestration to soloist selection and performance practice, Dr. Baker shares practical wisdom for achieving clarity, authenticity, and joy in this beloved oratorio. This week’s listener question asks whether producing CDs still makes sense in a streaming world—leading to a discussion on the lasting value of recordings as both art and promotion. Today’s inspiration is Alice Parker’s heartfelt setting of O Thou in Whose Presence, performed by The William Baker Festival Singers in Helzberg Hall. Join us for an episode rich with historical perspective, practical artistry, and love for the choral tradition.
