Choir Ninja, with Ryan Guth

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FYF 008 : Unlock your Musical Curiosity, with Dr. Andrew Megill May 06, 2015

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In episode 008, Dr. Andrew Megill, of The University of Illinois and Montreal Symphony Chorus, sits down with Ryan for a talk on empowering musicians to ask the right questions to deeply discover music and learn about who they are or who they can be.

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FYF 007 : Your students are worth the investment, with Dr. Amanda Quist Apr 29, 2015

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Join Ryan for a fun, sit-down, in-person, conversation with Dr. Amanda Quist, conductor of Westminster Choir College's Chapel Choir (first year students) and Kantorei. Dr. Quist reminds choir nation how important your investment of time and energy is to the members of your musical community, especially individual students, pointing out the profound impact you can have as a teacher who invests.

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FYF 006 : Go with your gut and mind your body, with Dr. Heather Buchanan Apr 22, 2015

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Join Ryan and Dr. Heather Buchanan as we explore the importance of "going with your gut" and using body mapping techniques to instantly improve the sound of your choir. Dr. Buchanan also shares a TON of resources for engaging your choir through bodymapping.

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FYF 005 : A "spiritual" journey with Brandon Waddles Apr 15, 2015

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Rising star, Brandon Waddles, director of Westminster Choir College's Jubilee Singers and published composer with GIA publications, shares his passion for teaching African-American choral traditions with all.

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FYF 004 : Serve with your whole being for a long and happy life, with Dr. Helen Kemp Apr 08, 2015

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Legendary children's choral director Dr. Helen Kemp sits down with Ryan, face to face, a few days before her 97th birthday. She discusses her secrets to living a long, selfless, and happy life through sharing music with all.

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FYF 003 : Respecting your choir's "Why", with Dr. Ryan James Brandau Apr 01, 2015

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Dr. Ryan James Brandau sits down with Ryan and gives choir nation insight on running an effective rehearsal be remembering who he's standing in front of and why they're there. He beautifully explains his connection with Bach's Dona Nobis Pacem from Mass in B Minor and why it's important to take an hour to read the Sunday New York Times.

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FYF 002 : The importance of being present on the podium with Dr. Joseph Flummerfelt Apr 01, 2015

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Dr. Joseph Flummerfelt, Musical America's 2004 Conductor of the Year, and director emeritus of the world-famous Westminster Choir, joins Ryan an in-depth interview on what it takes to be present on the podium.

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