Talkappella

The Podcast for the A Cappella Community

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Talkappella

Elise Hackl

Talkappella is back tonight with Episode 104 and Elise Hackl of Varsity Vocals, talking about the behind the scenes work of ICCA and ICHSA, the real benefits of competition, and what happens next.

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Beauties and the Beat

Their school year may have been cut short, but there’s still plenty to talk about with Beauties and the Beat A Cappella on this episode of Talkappella! Join us as we discuss the complexities and challenges of being an all-female a cappella group, as well as take a deep dive into the group’s award-winning 2020 ICCA set.

PLUS, we welcome a brand new co-host with Episode 103. Elicia Edwards of Inversion A Cappella will be sharing the mic with Brian Alexander.

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Talkappella 102
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Elicia Edwards

Elicia Edwards sang bass with BYU Noteworthy before going on to co-found Inversion A Cappella in Salt Lake City. In this episode, we discuss the inner-workings of participating in collegiate a cappella as a grad student and how groups can continue functioning during a global pandemic.

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Grayson Villanueva

Grayson Villanueva

Talkappella is back after a short hiatus! Join Brian for Episode 101 with Grayson Villanueva as they discuss deepening your creative skillset and life as a freelance musician in the Los Angeles a cappella scene.

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Deke Sharon

It’s finally here! Episode 100 with, who else? Deke Sharon. Listen as Deke recounts his early days building the contemporary a cappella community, his time with the Pitch Perfect movie, and his biggest piece of advice for the world of a cappella.

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Aaron Director

It’s a retrospective in John’s penultimate episode with guest and Acaville founder Aaron Director! Listen to Brian, Aaron, and John recount their favorite episodes of Talkappella and what the show has meant to them these past few years.

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Inversion

In our largest interview yet, John and Brian welcome four different guests to chat about how biological family can shape an a cappella group.

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Matt Caruso

Matt Caruso returns as a guest for our 97th episode! Talking all about A Cappella Psych, managing groups, and vocal music education, Matt and John dive deep in this insightful episode.

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