COACHING STUDIO: Connect, Lead, Inspire
YOU BECAME A CHORAL CONDUCTOR BECAUSE YOU LOVE MUSIC
But much of your time is spent juggling responsibilities that have little to do with making music.
...Planning rehearsals
...Preparing scores
...Selecting repertoire
...Managing personalities
....Answering emails
...Attending meetings
....Balancing budgets
...Navigating expecations....
The do list never seems to end.
And somewhere in the middle of it all, it can become difficult to find the confidence, creativity and joy that first drew you to choral music
SCORE TO STAGE MENTORSHIP: THE CHORAL DIRECTOR'S M.A.P
~From Uncertainty to Confident Leadership~
Is This Right For You?
The M.A.P. Program is designed for choral directors who:
✓ Feel overwhelmed by the demands of leading an ensemble
✓ Want greater confidence in rehearsal planning and score study
✓ Struggle with self-doubt or imposter syndrome
✓ Desire more clarity in programming and artistic decision-making
✓ Want a trusted mentor to guide their growth
I. Mastering Music
II. Amplifying Artistry
III. "Perfecting" Performance
The Roadmap: Laying the Foundation!
~Artistic vision and goal setting
~Repertoire selection and programming
~Score study and analysis
~Developing confidence in your musical decisions
The Journey: Bringing to Life!
~Rehearsal planning strategies
~Conducting and communication skills
~Choral and vocal strategies
~Leading engaging rehearsals
The Summit: On Stage!
~Performance preparation
~Dress rehearsal strategies
~Managing performance anxiety
~Reflection and continued growth
What You Will Receive
~One-on-one coaching sessions
~Personalized action plans
~Feedback on scores and rehearsal plans
~Ongoing mentorship and support
~Practical tools and resources
~A trusted partner in your growth as a conductor
The M.A.P. Program is not a checklist or a one-size-fits-all course. It is a personalized coaching journey designed to help you grow as a conductor, educator, and leader.
Together we will address the challenges most relevant to your current stage of development—whether that is score study, rehearsal planning, conducting technique, programming, leadership, or performance preparation.
Through ongoing mentorship and practical guidance, you will gain the tools, clarity, and confidence needed to lead your ensemble with greater artistry and purpose.
FIRST CONCERT BLUEPRINT
•Repertoire Selection
•Rehearsal Planning
•Problem Spots
•Performance Preparation
The first concert as a new director can be overwhelming. Let's walk through it together!
PODIUM MENTORSHIP
MONTHLY OR WEEKLY COACHING
Some examples of discussion could be:
"What happened this week?"
•"What should I do next week?"
•"What repertoire should I choose?"
•"What should I do with a difficult singer?"
REFINE YOUR CONDUCTING TECHNIQUE
CONDUCTING TUNE-UPS
Perfect for choir directors who want to strengthen gesture, clarity, efficiency, and communication from the podium.
These tune-ups are an opportunity to take your conducting to the next level. Whether you are interested in working on a specific piece or want to brush up on your technique, these tune-ups are for conductors of all ages and levels. Sometimes we come to directing choirs without previous experience or training, and sometimes we are thrown in front of the chorus and orchestra. Let me know how I can help by booking a call.
PREPARING FOR YOUR FIRST MAJOR CHORAL ORCHESTRAL WORK
MASTERWORKS SERIES
Receive guidance in score preparation, rehearsal planning, interpretation, and performance preparation for major masterworks.
If you are gearing up to perform one of the choral masterworks with your local orchestra, this program may be for you. I have prepared and conducted numerous masterworks and have first hand experience, leading chorus, and orchestra (or chamber orchestra/ensemble). We will walk through the planned work, from planning rehearsals through to dress rehearsals. We will dissect how to prepare a chorus for performance with the orchestra.
Book a discovery call and we can discuss which work you are interested in working through together.
REHEARSAL RESCUE
Send rehearsal videos for review and receive feedback.
