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Vocal HERspective: Melody Hine

When the Jack of all Trades Barberbrat becomes a Barbershop Queen – who you have is Melody Hine. You can find Melody in all of the barbershop orgs AND hear her arrangements as her work is going through a meteoric rise right now. Harmony Queen with Hot Pursuit in 2019, Melody first took the stage with Song of Atlanta Show Chorus at age 14. You’ve also seen her with Parkside Melody and we all await the official debut of Lazy Susan, but in the meantime, tune in to hear the interview!

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Vocal HERspective: Jeanne O’Connor

Our hearts are overflowing with the myriad of ways we could introduce this week’s guest, but we’ll leave it at: Living Legend. Jeanne O’Connor exemplifies everything it means to “give of talents, time, and song” because that is exactly what she has been doing for over 64 years. Jeanne joined The Village Vocal Chords of Harmony Incorporated at just 14 years old, eventually going on to be their director, leading the group to 20 gold medals. She was also a member of Queen quartets, The Scale Blazers (1964), Esprit De Corps (1974), and U4X (2008). She also lent her voice to winning quartets, Kaleidoscope and Voices, and now sings with Coastal Voices. Jeanne is also a longtime volunteer and member of the International Board, including multiple terms as International President. We *could* go on and on, but we’ll let you tune into the interview to learn more!

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Vocal HERspective: Thea Kano

Dr. Thea Kano came on as the surprising choice for Artistic Director of the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington 21 years ago. The conversation highlights the important role that music and the arts play in turbulent times and how the chorus lives out their mission to promote equality, achieve justice, and overcome our differences.

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Vocal HERspective: Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson pulls off quite the balancing act in the sheer amount of things she accomplishes. You can see her singing or directing with A Cappella Showcase, singing with her International level quartets, Empire and Sapphire, quickly building a new mixed chorus with Voices Unlimited, or nurturing the singers of tomorrow with Young Voices. Oh, and then judging, coaching, and teaching. Hear more from this barbershop start out of Ontario on this week’s episode!

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Vocal HERspective: MaryAnne Muglia Smith

Just how much can Amanda and Kris fangirl over one of their favorite arrangers? Find out in Episode 115 with esteemed guest, MaryAnne Muglia Smith! MaryAnne is an accomplished arranger, composer, songwriter, performer, clinician, and just…Renaissance Woman. You may best know her from Red Letter Daze, but you can also find her as a camper turned Director at A Cappella Academy. Hear her story and all of the unexpected places she finds inspiration.

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Vocal HERspective: Kathleen Hansen

An unlikely entrance into barbershop, this lifelong instrumentalist is making waves in the barbershop and vocal music community. Kathleen Hansen is the genius behind the super popular YouTube page and app “Warmups with Kathleen,” a pandemic project that keeps on giving. Kathleen also explores several serious challenges facing directors and programs in the current era.

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Vocal HERspective: Sally Galloway

Sally Galloway, an experienced performer, director, and mental health and wellness professional, uses her unique collection of expertise to help performers change their tune.

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Vocal HERspective: Jen Hayman

Jen Hayman has experience in every role in the music business, but she always have the same mission of using her voice and giving a voice to others. Working with her is a masterclass in bringing meaning and mission over content.

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Vocal HERspective: Angie Beatty-Ringo

Angie Beatty-Ringo was born into barbershop. Learn more about the path that brought her to Harmony, Incorporated, the work she is doing as Area 6 Director, and the charge she is leading in generating a new wave of growth for choruses and quartets everywhere.

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Vocal HERspective: Angie Choo

We did it! We made it to 100! Vocal HERspective hits a huge milestone tonight with Episode 100! Guest Angie Choo joins the podcast all the way from Singapore to talk about her incredible contributions to the a cappella community through The A Cappella Society supporting everyone from children to seniors and even offering a program for the blind, So many great things that the world should know about (and replicate!