Chorus America’s online learning program is a professional development opportunity that covers the topics choruses and choral leaders want to learn more about. During the 2016 – 2017 program season, six webinars will explore permissions and licensing, vocal pedagogy, fundraising, marketing, and more! Webinars are FREE for Chorus America members and $25 for non-members. Upcoming Webinars: Permissions and Licensing Wed, Nov. 9, 2:00 – 3:15 PM EDT Abbie Betinis, composer Chorus America Members: Free | Non-Members: $25 Securing the rights to perform, commission, record or distribute music is an enduring and evolving landscape for choruses. Composer Abbie Betinis will explain each of the different types of rights relevant to choruses, how to secure those rights, their importance to composers, and how evolving technology plays a role. Sign up here to register for this webinar! Vocal Wellness February 22nd, 2017 at 2PM ET Wendy LeBorgne, voice pathologist Chorus America Members: Free | Non-Members: $25 This session will provide participants with an overview of specific anatomic, physiologic, and technical issues for singers of all ages. Voice pathologist and singing voice specialist Wendy LeBorgne will explore health and wellness practices and suggest hands-on vocal exercises. Participants will come away from this session with increased knowledge related to vocal health, wellness, and voice maximization for all singers. Registration will open in January! Be sure to check the Chorus America Online Learning website for more upcoming webinars.
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