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Choral Music
Music Education
Women In Music
Choral Conducting
National Concerts
The Wilderness Of You
Women In Academia
Teacher Development
Graduate Education
Women Of Color In Choral Leadership
Zimfira Poloz
Body Image
Renee Wilson
Miami Children's Chorus
Elaine Choi
Higher Education Institutions
Erin Plisco
Women In Music Education
ACDA
Anna Eskamani

Welcome to conduct(her), a podcast where two sisters are on a mission to amplify women's voices on the podium by interviewing women and women ally mentors, teachers, and conductors in the music world while exploring the gender divide. Check out more resources at www.conducther.com

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Today on conduct(her), Kyra and McKenna interview Chaowen Ting, founder and creator of Girls Who Conduct .

Today on the podcast, Kyra and McKenna interview Dr. Beth Wilson and Dr. Lori Hetzel, two choral faculty members at the University of Kentucky.

Today on the conduct(her) podcast Kyra and McKenna interview the MidAmerica women leadership team featuring Sonja Sepúlveda, Candace Wicke, Stephanie Tiboris Marotto, Andrea Niederman.

Today on conduct(her) Kyra and McKenna interview Dr. Erin Plisco, Associate Director of Choral Studies at Missouri State University.

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Recent Guests

Dr. Erin Plisco
Associate Director of Choral Studies at Missouri State University; conductor and scholar
Missouri State University
Episode: 73. Erin Plisco
Ali Sandweis Hodges
Interim Director of Coral Activities at Western Washington University
Western Washington University
Episode: 72. New Faculty Panel
Nicole Davis
Associate Director of Choral Activities at University of Arizona
University of Arizona
Episode: 72. New Faculty Panel
Annika Stucky
Assistant Professor of Music, Choral Conductor at Wheaton College
Wheaton College
Episode: 72. New Faculty Panel
Angela Ammerman
University of Tennessee Knoxville professor and conductor
University of Tennessee Knoxville
Episode: 71. Angela Ammerman
Lynne Gackle
Professor Emeritus of Music, Baylor University
Baylor University
Episode: 70. Lynne Gackle
Coty Raven-Morris
Conductor, composer, poet, and education advocate
Portland State University
Episode: 69. Coty Raven-Morris
Elaine Choi
Director of Music at Timothy Eaton Memorial Church; Artistic Director of Pax Christi Corral; founder of Babel
Timothy Eaton Memorial Church; Pax Christi Chorale; Babel
Episode: 68. Dr. Elaine Choi
Anna Eskamani
Florida state representative, arts advocate
Florida House of Representatives
Episode: 67. Representative Anna Eskamani

Hosts

Kyra Starr
Host and co-host with sister collaborator; frequent presence on conducts(her) and related Conductor podcast team.
McKenna Stenson
Co-host and frequent interviewer; appears across episodes with a focus on leadership, equity, and education.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Must listen

    Two incredible hosts interview a new guest on each episode. Truly inspirational listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mts6wv
    United States3 years ago
  • Double trouble extraordinaries

    Sisters are treasured friends and wonderful collaborators! Entertaining and educational!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jjgeronimo
    United States3 years ago
  • Rockin

    Great insight into the female conducting/composer path in a male dominated world

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1-/1-/
    United States4 years ago

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Audience notes strong mentorship angle and inspiring stories of women in conducting.
Show is seen as a go-to for women in music leadership seeking community and insights.
Listeners praise the empowering conversations and actionable leadership tips.
Fans appreciate two-host dynamic and guest diversity, with practical classroom and rehearsal takeaways.

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Talking Points

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73. Erin Plisco
Q: Can you share a memorable moment from your teaching or conducting that embodies your approach?
The Europe tour memory in Leipzig and Boxgrave, where the choir performed a reverent hymn and felt the presence of history and spirit in the space.
73. Erin Plisco
Q: What advice would you give to young women pursuing a career in the arts?
Have the courage to take up space and be yourself, even when it's hard or feels unsafe; authenticity matters more than fitting a mold.
73. Erin Plisco
Q: What does the process of preparing a choir to perform at a conference look like for you?
It varies by year, but the key shift is moving from pressure and perfection to inspiration and connection, focusing on moving listeners rather than chasing flawless technicality.
56. Zimfira Poloz
Q: Can you talk about voicing developing singers and how you approach it in your pedagogy?
Zimfira emphasizes trust and heart-centered teaching, explaining practical strategies like adjusting formations to align vocal parts and using simple canons and voice crossover exercises to improve intonation and ensemble blend.
57. Dr. Clelyn Chapin
Q: What is one piece of advice for teachers in their first five years?
Pedagogy and leadership are evolving; embrace growth, allow for mistakes, and understand that collaboration and independence in students grow through ongoing practice, professional development, and open dialogue.

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A show focused on elevating women leaders in conducting and the broader music world, often centering on leadership, pedagogy, equity, and work-life balance. Episodes feature in-depth conversations with conductors, educators, composers, and advocates who share personal journeys, mentoring, and practical strategies for inclusive practice, professional resilience, and advancing women's representation on the podium. The format highlights actionable insights, mentorship narratives, and real-world challenges—ranging from balancing motherhood with a demanding career to advancing gender equity in education and the arts. A notable strength is the consistent pairing of two hosts with a broad network of accomplished guests, creating candid, empowering... more

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5. Angela Ammerman
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