Conference wrap

Scenes from the Central Region conference 2023 of the National Association of Teachers of Singing. . . . . But first, comments from region members, sent to me in my role as Governor: [N.B. — these comments were gratefully received after the grueling three days of unexpected developments in software and in spreadsheet errors.] “Just

Illinois

I was so tired driving home on Sunday that I was sleep-driving and missed my freeway turn. My trek home took about five hours, with more time on I-80 than expected, and then an overland trip to Peoria. The two-lane roads actually were a balm to the soul as I wound my way through the

Conference over

The 2023 NATS Central Region conference is ended. We will post-mortem this most unusual event in a couple of weeks. For now, however, let’s say the event was full of ups and downs. And inspired singing. And a most wonderful session featuring music of living composers published by the E. C. Schirmer Inc. family of

Conference

1.50 PM Friday. I’m at the registration table for the Central Region conference of the National Association of Teachers of Singing. Most of the adjudication packets are now in the hands of the members, and I’m mostly fielding questions about when finals information will be posted. And I’m exhausted, with more than 24 hours yet

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This page left purposefully blank, since I am away at a conference this is taking all my energy.

Autumn

Autumn appears to be in full ‘flower,’ as it were.

Transit

The Central Region of the National Association of Teachers of Singing begins the annual region conference tomorrow. As Governor of this region, I am in transit today to Quad Cities. Our conference will be held at Augustana College in Rock Island, Ill. Over three days, we will hear and score and provide comments to hundreds

Dash to NYC

I made a quick visit to NYC this weekend. Four shows. Three visits with voice studio alums from different times/places in my life. Several meals with others. One museum. One church service. Arrival Friday, and much of Saturday, was a rainy affair. How different NYC looks from the same window when the skies are clear

2.24 AM

2.24 AM The moment Saturday morning the hotel fire alarm sounded. I must say, the fire alarm is effective in jolting a person awake! Up from the bed. Start to dress. Decide to visit the water closet. And then comes a voice on the intercom telling hotel guests to stay in their rooms as the

STL architecture

This week I took some time to visit the Missouri History Museum and take in the Coloring STL exhibit. Saint Louis has a rich and varied architectural history! From the exhibit: From my home: My little haven is a microcosm of unique Saint Louis architecture!