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