Vocal HERSpective

If you ever needed to be reminded of just how much a music teacher can change lives, look no further than BriAnne Woodward. Her well-prepared students go on to great success in both PFC & Madison Avenue. Better yet, they are sent off better prepared for a world that often doesn’t make much sense.

This interview is truly inspirational – for students, for teachers, for the future of vocal music, and, well, for everyone. Do your soul a favor and tune in.

Rachael and Amanda chat with Rachel Chalhoub – an all-star you may know as Rachel C. From an accidental start at FSU to being behind the scenes at many of your favorite festivals and events, and even a stint on national TV, she’s got a unique perspective of the community from behind the lens.

Eventually you’ll be able to find her again at rachelismyfriend.com but follow her on social media (@roguepotato) to see what she’s up to and just be friends!

And if you want to see the video she mentions during the interview – here it is.

We’ve always been inspired by Selame Scarlett’s performance skills and passion for a cappella. Fans will know her from her stellar vocal percussion with groups like Traces, Lady Jaye, and Capital Green, or perhaps through her work with A Cappella Academy, The Sing-Off, or countless coaching sessions. Or, you’ve heard her cheers over crowds at concerts and festivals.

Learn more about Traces at https://www.facebook.com/Traces5/

From the The Mandarins to Cape Harmony to a recently released solo album, Nina Pelligra is pushing boundaries. Learn more about her writing process and the art of looping which both play a prominent role in her music.

Learn more about Nina at http://www.ninapelligra.com/music

And check out her videos at https://www.youtube.com/user/1npellig

Nina Kasuya, superstar from HIVE and a driving force for inclusivity, is tonight’s guest on Episode 41! She’s also one of the most joyful people you’ll ever meet.

Learn more about HIVE: https://www.hivevocal.com/

You may know her best as half of FreePlay or as Artistic Director of Sing! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival, but there’s a lot more to learn about Suba Sankaran! Rachael and Amanda sit down with her on Episode 40.

Learn more about Suba: http://www.subasankaran.com
Learn more about SING! Toronto: https://www.singtoronto.com/
Learn more about FreePlay: https://freeplayduo.com/

This week on Episode 39, Amanda and Rachael talk all things barbershop with Amy Rose, the Social Media and Digital Communications Manager for Barbershop Harmony Society, a longtime member of Sweet Adelines International, and currently singing in Harmony, Incorporated quartet, Swing Theory.

Learn more about the Barbershop Harmony Society: www.barbershop.org
Learn more about Harmony, Inc.: https://www.harmonyinc.org/
Learn more about Swing Theory: https://www.facebook.com/swingtheoryquartet/

On Episode 38, Amanda and Rachael sit down with Christine Sack, the former Artistic Director of Voicebox. They talk everything from artistic vision, striving for constant improvement, the visibility and acceptance of non-binary singers, and so much more!

Learn more about Voicebox at: https://thevoicebx.wixsite.com/ucfacappella

Watch Christina on YouTube

What better time to highlight educators in the a cappella community than right now? In Episode 37, we sit down with Amanda Roeder, the choir director at Chelmsford High School who works with The Crescendos and The Thursdays as well as many a cappella events in the Boston area.

To learn more about the Chelmsford A Cappella , visit: https://chelmsfordacappella.org/

One of the many purposes of art is to challenge yourself and your audience and sometimes that spurs a little controversy. Brittany Russell and Gestalt are making waves and that’s one of the topics of discussion in Episode 36 .

Learn more about Gesalt: https://www.gestaltacappella.com/
Learn more about The A Cappella Group: