Reimagining the 21st Century School Choral Rehearsal

Choir directors and music teachers across the country have radically transformed their curricula in various combinations of face-to-face, hybrid, and distance learning. What are the opportunities for growth here, in the face of these challenges? Dr. Richard Robbins, Director of Choral Activities at the University of Minnesota Duluth and a consultant for choral programs across the country, discusses various modes of delivery and the renewed focus on assessment and rehearsal planning that directors are now navigating. Ideas for assessment, repertoire, rehearsal, and tips for using some of the more popular forms of online learning are discussed.