Episode 49: Making Big Things Happen: “Choral Singing in America: Nurturing the American Soul,” A Documentary Series

Music (ed) Matters - A podcast by Emily Williams Burch

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Where does life as a musician or educator intersect with documentary creation? Right here! Hear from choral legend, Dr. Jerry Blackstone, filmmaker/choral singer, Brain Gaukel, and business expert/singer, Matt Workman as they share news about a big project - "Choral Singing in America: Nurturing the American Soul." * Who is involved in the project? * What will it look like? * How are you ensuring everyone has a voice? * What is the current process and timeline? * When can we expect to see more? Learn more about Choral Singing Documentary www.choralsinging.org (watch the teaser today - or sign up for the exclusive “Stream-a-thon” airing on March 25, 2021, after the special ACDA release on Thursday, March 18!) Synopsis from ChoralSinging.org/home: This documentary series gives voice to choral singing in America, the roots from which it grew, and what so many have felt for generations: in times of division and challenge, joy and sadness, heartache and ecstasy, life is better when we sing and even better when we sing together. Looking for a community that also loves music, education, and choir? Join the conversation over at Patreon.com/MusicEdMatters. **Show music originally written by Mr. Todd Monsell **Show photography provided by Dr. Dan Biggerstaff