Ich lasse dich nicht Part I
There is no composer initially credited with composing this movement, but part of the manuscript was in J.S. Bach’s handwriting, and that is why we attribute it to him today.… Read more Ich lasse dich nicht Part I →
Pick a (voice) Part – 2018
Our students often ask us what voice part is best for them and usually our answer is “It depends on the music this year!” Last year we did an overview… Read more Pick a (voice) Part – 2018 →
Schubert’s Psalm 23 – Part II
In this post, we will talk a little bit about the form of the piece. Usually, we tackle this later on, but this time around we thought it would be… Read more Schubert’s Psalm 23 – Part II →
O Sacrum Convivium
Viadana’s O Sacrum Convivium, written in the 16th century, is the oldest region piece this year. Early music (baroque) style is encouraged. Characteristics of this style that judges might be expecting are… Read more O Sacrum Convivium →
Introducing: All State Choir Audition Music 2018-2019!
Here we go! Here we will do a quick overview before digging into each piece individually in the next few weeks. I’ll start by saying though that we finally for the… Read more Introducing: All State Choir Audition Music 2018-2019! →
Why Aspiring All Staters Should Be Taking Piano Lessons This Summer
I started my music studies as a pianist at age 7, so I do not really know what it’s like to NOT have this tool when practicing singing at home.… Read more Why Aspiring All Staters Should Be Taking Piano Lessons This Summer →
How does All State help prepare me for Solo & Ensemble?
In Texas we have a system that always provides a project for the young solo singer to be working toward. Broadly, there are two seasons: “All State Season” which goes… Read more How does All State help prepare me for Solo & Ensemble? →
Are All All State Camps Created Equal?
If you’ve been reading our posts for long at all, you’ve probably caught on to, in our opinion, the two key elements to getting ahead in All State: 1) taking… Read more Are All All State Camps Created Equal? →