Choir Ninja, With Ryan Guth

Something happened on the way to the a cappella ensemble. Composer and conductor J.D. Frizzell has some wisdom to share about building relationships with your singers and their parents, and how to maintain a supportive choir program. So before they settle into discussing the mechanics of starting an a cappella ensemble from scratch (catch that episode on Friday), Ryan and J.D. talk about One Voice, Maroon 5, babies, and explosions. Listen: Highlight to Tweet: “Ryan, it was like the school exploded, from the inside out.” - J.D. Frizzell Show Notes: Dr. Frizzell started with what he knew, a jazz ensemble. When that didn’t catch on the way he wanted, he tried a cappella, and it was an instant hit. The students connected strongly with the material, and were eager to practice it on their own. Their desire to get every nuance of their music right has also transformed the rest of the choir program, as those students bring that same drive and work ethic with them to rehearsal with other choirs. A successful a cappel