Class Schedule
| Time | Class | Instructor | Room |
| Thursday, June 12, 2025 at the Bloomington Marriott | |||
| 8:00-9:00 PM | Understanding "Development" and How Arrangers Think | Johnny Bugarin HI Musicality Judge |
Redbird A |
| 8:00-9:00 PM | The How and Why of Performance Plans | Jill Reid HI Performance Judge |
Redbird B |
| 8:00-9:00 PM | How the Voice Works | Jen Wheaton HI Singing Judge |
Fell |
| 9:00-10:00 PM | Through the Looking Glass | Lynn Blakeney HI Performance Judge |
Redbird A |
| 9:00-10:00 PM | I Got Rhythm | Sue Kember HI Singing Judge |
Redbird B |
| 9:00-10:00 PM | Quartet Roundtable and Social Hour | Susie Slavney St. Louis Vocal Project Area 4 Quartet Coordinator |
Fell |
| Friday, June 13, 2025 at the Bloomington Marriott | |||
| 9:00-10:00 AM | What the Scores Mean and How to Get Better | Adam Scott HI Musicality Judge |
Redbird A |
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9:00-10:00 AM |
Membership and Marketing Roundtable | Beth Montgomery Covered Bridge Harmony Area 4 Membership Coordinator |
Redbird B |
| Fell | |||
Class Descriptions
Understanding "Development" and How Arrangers Think Johnny Bugarin
The course goes through a few different arrangements and looks at how the arranger highlights differences between sections of the music and gives performers a roadmap on how to approach performing any given song. We highlight many examples of good and lack of development arrangements and how best to approach.
The How and Why of Performance Plans Jill Reid
Have you ever received feedback along the lines of “the message wasn’t consistent/unified”? If so, this session is for you! In this session you will learn about the steps involved in the development and implementation of a cohesive, authentic ensemble performance plan designed to maximize members’ retention.
How the Voice Works Jen Wheaton
Ever wonder how it is that we can make the sounds we make? How does it change notes? All these questions and more will be answered in this class centered around the anatomy and function of our vocal mechanism.
Through the Looking Glass Lynn Blakeney
As performers, we are always worrying about what others will think, leaving us to fear being “real” or “vulnerable”. The same goes for when we look in the mirror... we are our own worst critics. This class will be super interactive in discussing our fears and worries that hold us back. Then, together, we will work on how we can “shatter the glass” and give the audience our most authentic self.
I Got Rhythm Sue Kember
Discover how rhythm impacts unity in singing.
Quartet Roundtable and Social Hour Susie Slavney
Come and get to know your fellow Area 4 quartets in a relaxed, informal setting. Share your thoughts and questions about quartetting and learn from the more experienced singers. Open to registered Area 4 quartets, whether or not you are competing at this contest. Newbies are especially welcome! Feel free to bring something to drink and snacks to share. Please RSVP to quartet@area4harmonyinc.org by May 30.
What the Scores Mean and How to Get Better Adam Scott
This class will show a breakdown of scores in 3-5 point increments and rehearsal habits of those areas, and advisement on how to break through to the next level.
Membership and Marketing Round Table Beth Montgomery
Come join the discussion on membership strategies and how to market your chapter!
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