Meagan Johnson: Sound Directions--Alexander Technique for Choirs and Conductors

Choral singing is full of unique joys and challenges. From ecstatic emotional experiences and technically difficult music, to “blend,” high notes and low notes, “deep breaths” and long phrases, heavy folders and standing for long stretches without much space to move on crowded risers, to performance anxiety and tense conductors — the Use of the whole singer is truly put to the test in choral settings. Choral ensembles are full of singers (and conductors) who would greatly benefit from the practical skills that the Alexander Technique offers, and one of the best places to reach them is right where they are — in rehearsal!

Learn from an experienced choral conductor, singer, and Alexander Technique teacher about how the Alexander work can be brought directly to choral group settings. We’ll uncover some of the goals of choral rehearsal and performance, and explore a few ways to playfully engage with Awareness, Inhibition, and Direction in the service of healthy and free singing, musicality, and authentic connection to self and others in and out of the choir.

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