Choir Ninja, With Ryan Guth

It’s easy to fall into a rut. It can happen with the music we select, our teaching methods, and even the festivals we attend. But there are lots of opportunities for a festival experience that can reward and motivate your singers, while also giving them a valuable performance experience. Jess McDowell, from Winter Park Ski - Music festival, talks about what to look for in a festival, and what you can do to make sure you have a great experience no matter where you go.   [Subscribe on iTunes] [Subscribe on Android]   Highlight to Tweet: “Read. Your. Information. Packet. Don’t scan it; read it.” - Jess McDowell Show Notes: Three things to look for in a great festival: Great performance space Fun recreational activity Fantastic closing/Awards ceremony Come early and stay late Take the opportunity to watch other groups perform Learn good concert watching etiquette (you can be the audience instead of the performers!) Arriving early for recreation keeps the festival on schedule It also lets you interact wit