Vocal HERSpective

It takes a whole team to keep Acaville up and running and Rachael and Amanda felt it was time to make sure everyone gets to know one of the voices that you don't get to hear on the air very often. Dana Director has been there from the beginning, serves on the Board of Directors, and represents Acaville at events and festivals everywhere! Here more about the behind the scenes of Acaville and this v...

Hear about the unlikely journey that led Lisa Marien to create a booming elementary a cappella program at Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School.

Vocal HERspective takes a (virtual) visit to Denmark to speak with the brilliant, kind, and talented Tine Fris-Ronsfeld of POSTYR, Vocal Line, and AAVF about music, songwriting, connection, and life.

On Episode 47, Rachael and Amanda go more in depth on the conversations surrounding diversity and inclusion with Jo Sahlin, a member of Olympia Chorus, SoundWave Quartet, and the Sweet Adelines International Diversity and Inclusion Task Force. In a time of upheaval and rapid change, this episode highlights the progress that has been made, what more is ahead, and some ideas on maintaining productiv...

This week on Episode 46, Annette Philip of Women of the World talks diversity, the power of music, mental health, and finding the bright side of this pandemic.

If you ever needed to be reminded of just how much a music teacher can change lives, look no further than BriAnne Woodward. Her well-prepared students go on to great success in both PFC & Madison Avenue. Better yet, they are sent off better prepared for a world that often doesn't make much sense. This interview is truly inspirational - for students, for teachers, for the future of vocal music, and...

Rachael and Amanda chat with Rachel Chalhoub - an all-star you may know as Rachel C. From an accidental start at FSU to being behind the scenes at many of your favorite festivals and events, and even a stint on national TV, she's got a unique perspective of the community from behind the lens.

We've always been inspired by Selame Scarlett's performance skills and passion for a cappella. Fans will know her from her stellar vocal percussion with groups like Traces, Lady Jaye, and Capital Green, or perhaps through her work with A Cappella Academy, The Sing-Off, or countless coaching sessions. Or, you've heard her cheers over crowds at concerts and festivals.

From the The Mandarins to Cape Harmony to a recently released solo album, Nina Pelligra is pushing boundaries. Learn more about her writing process and the art of looping which both play a prominent role in her music.

Nina Kasuya, superstar from HIVE and a driving force for inclusivity, is tonight's guest on Episode 41! She's also one of the most joyful people you'll ever meet.

You may know her best as half of FreePlay or as Artistic Director of Sing! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival, but there's a lot more to learn about Suba Sankaran! Rachael and Amanda sit down with her on Episode 40.

This week on Episode 39, Amanda and Rachael talk all things barbershop with Amy Rose, the Social Media and Digital Communications Manager for Barbershop Harmony Society, a longtime member of Sweet Adelines International, and currently singing in Harmony, Incorporated quartet, Swing Theory.

On Episode 38, Amanda and Rachael sit down with Christine Sack, the former Artistic Director of Voicebox. They talk everything from artistic vision, striving for constant improvement, the visibility and acceptance of non-binary singers, and so much more!

What better time to highlight educators in the a cappella community than right now? In Episode 37, we sit down with Amanda Roeder, the choir director at Chelmsford High School who works with The Crescendos and The Thursdays as well as many a cappella events in the Boston area.

One of the many purposes of art is to challenge yourself and your audience and sometimes that spurs a little controversy. Brittany Russell and Gestalt are making waves and that's one of the topics of discussion in Episode 36 .

This week on Episode 35, we went a little unconventional. Leslie Kekuewa and Pitches Be Crazy don't fit the mold of typical a cappella and they embrace it in a way we hope more singers will. Tune in for an interview that talks diving in, real commitment, and putting on a show.

On Episode 34, Amanda and Rachael sit down with former Acaville Radio Intern, McKinley Merritt, who was a founder of VOLT. Explore the process of concept through finding success in the collegiate scene, with great tips on getting your own collegiate group off the ground.

On Episode 33, Amanda and Rachael chat with Lisa McNulty. From classical training at Peabody Conservatory to blazing trails with Ember, Lisa is one to watch. Listen in to find out why!

A teacher. A director. A performer. At the heart of the huge undertaking that is The National A Cappella Convention. For Episode 32 of Vocal HERspective, Amanda and Rachael sit down with Shannon McNulty, to talk about all of these things and more.

Vocal HERspective is back tonight with the one, the only, Shelley Regner! Rachael and Amanda got to sit down with this lovely human who happened to be a part of Pitch Perfect and DCappella. Seriously, she's the sweetest PLUS she has lots of great thoughts to share. A must-listen episode!

On Episode 30, International President of Harmony, Incorporated Donna McKay, sits down with Amanda to talk the past, present, and future of barbershop and Harmony, Inc.

This week we're sitting down with Jo Eteson, longtime soprano of The Swingles. We could elaborate for hours about her talent and experience, but we'll just leave it at: she is a living legend. And an incredibly kind and generous legend at that.

A relatively new group, The Crescendos have wasted no time making big strides. This young group out of Chelmsford High School are recent winners of their ICHSA quarterfinal, and a shining example of the newest generation of a cappella singers.

Holli Kitching can be found both on stage and off singing with VXN and producing the ICCA Mid-Atlantic for Varsity Vocals. She's seen and heard a lot over her a cappella career and we discuss so much more than just singing and competition in Episode 27 .

onight on Episode 26, Katie Mac of GQ & one of the newest employees of Barbershop Harmony Society sits down to chat (with her signature zeal!) all things barbershop and the positive impact "Everyone in Harmony" has had on her life and so many others. And in honor of some birthday milestones, Rachael and Amanda talk getting older and why it's not as scary as you might think!