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Artwork for Choralosophy
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Choral Music
Choral Education
Music Literacy
Choral Music Education
Vocal Pedagogy
Classical Music
Diversity In Music
Classroom Management
Education
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Sight Reading
Choral Conducting
Anatomy and Physiology In Music
Live Performance
Braille Music
Accessibility In Education
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Pedagogy

This page is dedicated to driving a conversation for choral musicians with the PHILOSOPHY of Choral Music at the heart of every post and podcast episode. Topics will be wide ranging from the technical aspects of our jobs and careers all the way to the artistic interpretations and values that make us who we are as artists. Join me in this conversation in which I hope we can learn from each other.

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Recent Guests

Joanne Bozeman
Researcher, voice teacher, expert on perimenopause and its effects on the voice
(industry)
Episode: Episode 289: Voice Change Isn’t Just for Adolescents with Joanne Bozeman
Carol Krieger
Mama Kay, educator who discusses rote songs and pedagogy in choir classrooms
Carol Krieger / Mama Kay
Episode: Episode 286: Give Them Tools and Let Them Build Part 3 (Pitch)
Matthew Arau
Instrumental educator, band director, leadership coach, author
Upbeat Global / Lawrence University Conservatory of Music
Episode: Episode 285: Teach Choir Like Band. And Band Like Choir with Matthew Arau
Kevin Droe
Music education professor, TED Talk author
University of Northern Iowa / TED Talk contributor
Episode: Episode 284: Is the Ensemble Model Outdated? With Kevin Droe
Clellon Chapin
Panelist, educator
University of London, Colorado
Episode: Episode 283: Beyond the Buzzwords Live at SWACDA
Odell Ziegler
Panelist, educator
Episode: Episode 283: Beyond the Buzzwords Live at SWACDA
Heather Orr
Panelist, educator
Texas A&M University
Episode: Episode 283: Beyond the Buzzwords Live at SWACDA
Reginald Wright
Panelist, educator
Episode: Episode 283: Beyond the Buzzwords Live at SWACDA
David Davis
Instrumental and elementary music educator
Episode: Episode 282: Music Literacy is MORE Than Pushing Buttons

Host

Chris Munce
Host of Choralosophy podcast, guides concepts and leads discussions on pedagogy and philosophy in choir education.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 171 ratings
  • Great Podcast for any Choir Director!

    This is truly a fantastic resource for any choir director, and specifically for school choral directors. I am currently listening to “Accessible is Beautiful” and already have the book ordered and on its way. It’s amazing that we can be on summer break from

    school, staying home and sipping our coffee while having a PD session tailored to our craft on our phones…everyone should take advantage and also

    contribute to this podcast if they are financially able.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LKatA22
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Resource the Modern Choral Director Needs

    This podcast is my everyday way to become a better choral director. It is engaging, thoughtful, and inspiring to people who want to be the best versions of themselves in this important field of work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spadadioro
    United States5 years ago
  • Well worth the time

    I ran across this podcast as I was struggling with being a first time Choral director. Huge impact on my outlook and rehearsal strategies. An incredibly important tool!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mu$ic2019
    United States5 years ago
  • Fantastic Resource

    Anyone leading, singing or interested in choral music should make this a part of their regular podcast rotation. Topics range from the practical (e.g. vocal pedagogy, teaching sight reading) to the philosophical (choirs and diversity/equity, how we interact with our colleagues online and what we value in our ensembles). Both inspirational and helpful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SteveH9304
    United States5 years ago
  • The missing piece

    This podcast was the piece I didn’t know I was missing as a choral director. It’s caused me to reevaluate every aspect of my job and create new definitions of excellence for myself and my students. I have benefited equally from the practical ideas and the philosophical ideas. I’m so grateful to have found someone willing to question everything and challenge our field to do better - with ideas from a wide range of “experts” on how to do just that.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AshleysMommy
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Audience notes the show's role as a valuable PD resource for choir directors and educators.
Praise for thoughtful, expansive discussions on equity and diversity in repertoire.
High regard for host's interviewing ability and depth of topics.
Some criticism about audio quality mentioned in a few reviews.
Listeners find practical, actionable classroom ideas they can implement immediately.

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Episode 285: Teach Choir Like Band. And Band Like Choir with Matthew Arau
Q: Why is vocalizing important in instrumental programs?
Vocalization connects students to the music as an expression of self, helps with intonation and phrasing, and creates a bridge between singing and playing so instruments can more closely mimic the human voice.
Episode 283: Beyond the Buzzwords Live at SWACDA
Q: How do we separate the art from the artist and the politics that surround the music to minimize harm to students?
Panelists argue for balancing historical context with teaching; make informed artistic choices, consider community impact, and involve students in interpretation and discussion to maintain educational value without erasing the past.
Episode 277: Structured Classrooms are Safer with Kevin Lackie
Q: How do you think about classroom management in relation to music education?
It's important to frame classroom management as an essential skill, much like teaching music itself; effective management facilitates more successful learning environments.
Episode 277: Structured Classrooms are Safer with Kevin Lackie
Q: Why write an article about classroom management?
The spark for writing the article came from recognizing the need for teachers to develop successful classroom management strategies based on their experiences.
Episode 272: In Service of a Singing Culture with Tori Longdon
Q: Can you explain your warm-up philosophy?
Tori discusses her structured approach to warm-ups, emphasizing responsiveness to what she hears from the singers.

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What is Choralosophy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Choralosophy centers on the philosophy and pedagogy of choral music, blending practical classroom strategies with broader debates about inclusion, literacy, and leadership in music education. Episodes commonly explore hands-on teaching methods (solfege, rhythm tools, audiation), the intersection of vocal technique with instrumental pedagogy, and the politics of curriculum design and equity in ensembles. Guests range from researchers and educators to practitioners who push for broader access, diverse repertoires, and student-centered learning, often interspersed with sponsor reads and practical classroom takeaways. The show stands out for its sustained emphasis on reflective teaching, actionable pedagogy, and conversations that challenge tra... more

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1. Joanne Bozeman
2. Carol Krieger
3. Matthew Arau
4. Kevin Droe
5. Clellon Chapin
6. Odell Ziegler
7. Heather Orr
8. Reginald Wright

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