Back by popular demand, my workshop for choral directors, Conduct with Charisma, will run again on 24 November 2012. Details of the content and how to book can be found at http://www.helpingyouharmonise.com/charisma_workshop and you can also get a taste of the ideas we'll be exploring through my growing collection of articles on the subje... read more

The Association of British Choral Directors Midlands Region are holding a training day for conductors and singing leaders with sessions led by Sue Hollingworth and Liz Garnett.     Venue: The Coton Centre,Tamworth, StaffordshireDate: Saturday 10 March 2012Time: 1.00-5.00pmCost: £5 for abcd members / £10 for non-members / &p... read more

Calling all choral directors:   Quick reminder that the early-bird booking discount for the Conduct with Charisma workshop ends on 16 December 2011. Now is a great time to send in your booking before it can get caught up in the Christmas post!   For more details and to download your booking form, please visit: http://www.helpingy... read more

  Am I charismatic? How would I know?And what am I supposed to do about it? Charisma can be a problematic subject for conductors. We are told that it is an essential element for musical leadership, but we are also told it is a magical quality that nobody can control. People with all the musical skills and personal commitment to direct choirs... read more