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What happens when you start a new group and the pandemic hits only a couple semesters later? Clearly you grow, compete, AND record! Meet Ascension, the newest mixed gender group at East Tennessee State University. Rachael sits down with the group to talk about the release of the group's first EP, Ascension Level 1. Listen to the album at: https://open.spotify.com/album/6ZvEPqbLSgMjSGktF1lXHk Learn...

What's that? The one and only Ali Hauger from GQ is joining in the conversation on Vocal HERspective this week? It's TRUE! Join us hear all about her music journey, her thoughts, and even the magic she brings to all of us and her "tiny humans"!

Who doesn't need a little extra magic in their life right now? Talkappella welcomes members of Tufts Enchanted A Cappella on Episode 136. Enchanted is an all-a cappella, all-Disney group. Don't miss this feel good interview.

On this episode of the Aca-Education Podcast, Justin speaks with Kevin Taylor, Executive Director at Distinguished Concerts International New York . Kevin talks about his career, how he brought contemporary a cappella to Carnegie Hall, and suggestions on how to build your own music events in your own neck of the woods. Opening- Evergreen Voiceover Aca-Education Podcast Theme Composed by Mayta Cohe...

Vocal HERspective travels to Texas to sit down with Katy Dane, music educator, barbershop chorus director with A Cappella Unlimited & A Cappella Texas, and President of SING Texas. Don't miss this interview with one of the powerhouses fueling the growth of a cappella in the Lonestar state and beyond.

The Pennchants are the University of Pennsylvania's ass-kicking, name-taking and award-winning all-male a cappella group, and College Ambassadors for MEMBERS ONLY apparel. In partnership with Philabundance, the largest hunger-relief organization in the Delaware Valley, The Pennchants have created an Online Concert-Series, Bedroom Bops. Rachael sat down with the group's executive board to talk abou...

Award-winning beatbox duo Spiderhorse is the guest on Talkappella this week. Get to know more about their journey and maybe even take away a few tidbits on what it takes to build your own skills

On this episode of the Aca-Education Podcast, Justin speaks with the phenomenally talented Jon Smith of The Swingles.  Jon offers advice on how to build confidence as a soloist and how to find meaningful connections in the music we perform! Opening- Evergreen Voiceover Aca-Education Podcast Theme Composed by Mayta Cohen Arranged by Mayta Cohen and Saul De Anda Mixed by Tehillah Alphonso Soprano, M...

Semi-Toned was formed in 2010 as a five-man barbershop harmony group at a university which doesn’t teach academic music. Today, the group is at the forefront of a cappella in the United Kingdom. The guys released an EP in December called Infrared and sit down with Rachael to discuss it, in addition to talking about where the group is heading in the upcoming months and the ambitious goal they creat...

This week on Vocal HERspective is an interview with Tessa Walker - Harmony, Incorporated Harmony Queen and Sweet Adelines International Rising Star with Hot Pursuit Quartet and music educator toughing it out in the temporary normal.

On this episode of the Aca-Education Podcast, Justin speaks with Claude McKnight, the 10 time GRAMMY Award Winner and Founding Member of the legendary vocal group, Take 6. Claude shares stories from his career, which spans over 30 years, and offers some sage wisdom and advice to all! Opening- Evergreen Voiceover Aca-Education Podcast Theme Composed by Mayta Cohen Arranged by Mayta Cohen and Saul D...

We are making our 2021 debut with guest Johanna Horn, mezzo extraordinaire for several groups in the DC area and magical, innovative Music Therapist. She also happens to be besties with the hosts, so there's a lot of history in the conversation. But, best of all, the conversation turns to the healing power of music which might be the best lesson to come out of 2020.

On this episode of the Aca-Education Podcast, Justin shares his 2020 Year in Review and goals for starting off 2021 strong. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/acaedpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/acaedpodcast/support

Up-and-comers from Cut Off Studios chat virtual events with Brian and Elicia.

New episodes of Talkappella are back! This week is an interview with Pipeline Vocal Project with hosts Brian & Elicia! Pipeline is putting a spotlight on a cappella in Alaska and you are going to want to be able to say you knew this trio when!

On this episode of Aca-Education, Justin speaks Adam Paltrowitz, educator, composer, and founder of Choral Clarity. Adam shares his educational philosophy and offers up some tips and suggestions for remote learning! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/acaedpodcast/message Support this pod...

On this episode of Aca-Education, Justin speaks with the members of Pipeline Vocal Project, the A Cappella Queens of Alaska. Justin and the ladies of PVP discuss their history, their successes and challenges as a trio, and their vision to being a cappella education to the state of Alaska! Opening- Evergreen Voiceover Aca-Education Podcast Theme Composed by Mayta Cohen Arranged by Mayta Cohen and S...

On this episode of Aca-Education, Justin speaks with Amanda Newman, Executive Director of Varsity Vocals about Competition. Justin and Amanda speak their thoughts on the value of competition, and Amanda provides an update on this year's all-virtual ICCA, ICHSA, and Aca-Open competitions! Opening- Evergreen Voiceover Aca-Education Podcast Theme Composed by Mayta Cohen Arranged by Mayta Cohen and Sa...

On this episode of Aca-Education, Justin speaks with social media superstar, Paige Zilba, whose TikTok and Instagram videos have earned her over 6 million followers! Justin and Paige talk a little beatboxing, a little songwriting, a little music therapy, and how to utilize social media to your advantage as an educator! Opening- Evergreen Voiceover Aca-Education Podcast Theme Composed by Mayta Cohe...

University of Bristol’s award winning all-male a cappella group Academy has just released their DEBUT ALBUM, Exhibit A! Rachael sat down with group members Mark and Felix to talk about all the hard work that went in to pulling this off, especially under lockdown, and delves deeper into the meaning of two of the particular recordings, Bang, Bang, Bang and No Time To Die. Check out the album on Spot...

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No Comment has become a household name in a cappella after their appearance on the special, Sing It On. Since that time, the group has been competitive in ICCAs and, this year, UpStaged AID! They have made it to the semifinal round, competing with their recording of Fall In Line, originally performed by Christina Aguilera, featuring Demi Lovato. Arrangement of this tune is by Trent Calderone and i...

For Kris' first official episode, she got to invite her first guest! For episode 62, Kris and Amanda sit down with Kris' quartet mate, Lynn Hughes. Together, they became Harmony, Incorporated Harmony Queens with Hot Topic in 2003. There's a little bit of reminiscing, but a lot of insight onto what made that group click, what they wish could have been different, and how music continues to play a ro...

Brian and Elicia sit down with VOCALOCITY out of Salt Lake City. Don't miss this interview with this long-running, award-winning group (and then check out their latest video!)

Eric Scholz is the producer, mixer, and mastering engineer for Eric Scholz Productions. In this interview, Eric shares his extensive knowledge of microphones and tips for purchasing mics. We also discuss his mixes (“Keeping Your Head Up" by BU Treblemakers and “Karate" by The Sons of Pitches). Listen to his mixes: Keeping Your Head Up Karate --- Please follow us on  Facebook  and  Instagram