Talkappella

GIRL BAND member Laura Larson discuss the unique nature of her group and how her collegiate a cappella experiences framed her post-collegiate endeavors.

University of Oregon Mind the Gap member Jake Buhlmann stops by to talk to listeners about his experience preparing for the ICCA Quarterfinals with his group.

For episode 29, Greg and John discuss their arranging techniques and collaborations.

For episode 28, Helen Burns tells listeners how her time as a teacher has influenced her approach and understanding of contemporary a cappella.

What goes in to creating an effective a cappella logo? Acclaimed graphic designer Kyle Dybdal is here to break it down for us.

Our first post-concert breakdown! Christy Wood joins John to discuss her perspective from outside the a cappella sphere on the group Straight No Chaser and their 2016 Portland Christmas Concert.

Holiday music occupies a unique space in the contemporary a cappella sphere, so Duncan Tuomi is here to break down the ins and outs of the genre and how groups can properly tackle it.

In a fun switch-up, original Talkappella guest Brandon Vance interviews John about creating his first group, University of Puget Sound’s The Timbermen.

Master cellist Bronwyn Hagerty sits down with John to discuss her venture into contemporary a cappella with Carnegie Mellon University’s Counterpoint.

John invites his longtime mentor, Jacob Herbert, to discuss the unique culture, dynamics, and experiences that come with singing in a tenor/bass a cappella ensemble.