Talkappella

Rob Redei gives us the rundown on everything in the world of middle school a cappella – how it works, why it works, and the great musical moments it can create.

What are the responsibilities that come with founding a group? How do the original members craft a sustainable and healthy group culture?

BOSS? SingStrong? Bend? Acaville founder Aaron Director gives John the full scoop on the major a cappella festivals and competitions groups should be aware of today.

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.