For choral conductors in search of a fresh perspective on their work.

 

In the workspace:

• Basic technical aspects of choral conducting

• Approaches to score studying, the meaning of preparation, and consistent interpretation

• Planning a rehearsal/season

• Concert programming

 

In front of an ensemble:

• Warm-ups: how and why

• Pedagogical approaches in rehearsing

• Use of the piano in rehearsing

• Gesture: conscious listening and body awareness

 

Qualifications:

Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts, Helsinki, Finland (2017–2021)

• Choral conducting: A level (Master’s level, main subject)

• Classical voice: B level (Bachelor’s level)

• Classical piano: C level (proficiency recital)

• Side subject: Basso continuo (Department of Early Music)

 

Academy of Music, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia (2011–2017)

• Music education: Bachelor’s and Master’s degree (Prešeren Award)

 

Edgar Willems Pedagogical principles: Teacher’s formation concluded