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Jenny Citarelli

Trans/Non-Binary Equity in Music: A guest post from Jenny Citarelli


Queerness or any LGBTQ+ identity does not look any one way, or even any multitude of ways. Our characters, creations, and educational spaces should strive to reflect that truth.
Joshua Scheid

Rainbow Capitalism in Art - a guest post by Joshua Scheid


“Queer artsy type, open to a variety of connections.” That’s my current profile text on a certain “social media” app. “Queer artist” is often how I choose to introduce myself, both in and out of… continue
Juneteenth

A statement from BSR on Juneteenth


Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, marking the date that the emancipation of enslaved people was announced in Galveston, Texas in 1865.
BSR Blog-E. Allen-Holistic Wellness for singers Post-Covid

As the World Opens Up: Holistic Wellness for Singers in a Post-COVID Era


"After a long year of isolation, anxiety, and stress, the singing community is now faced with the prospect of performing live again."  "Whether you are excited about moving forward in these next few… continue
BSR Blog: Sing for the Ancestors: Generations Connecting through Music-Making

Sing for the Ancestors: Generations Connecting through Music-Making


My journey in music traces its roots, in part, back to my grandmother, Joanna Heard, and her brother Eugene. There were four children in the Heard family—William, Joanna, Eugene, and Virginia. Their… continue
Felicia Chen and Rose Hegele blog poster

Approaching Extended Vocal Techniques with Agency & Cultural Awareness


Re-assessing and re-defining extended techniques and new music as a genre allows for a more authentic representation of the diversity of its practitioners and creators, reflecting the mosaic of… continue
Tired of Silent Night? 3 Non-Traditional Songs for the Holidays

Tired of Silent Night? 3 Non-Traditional Songs for the Holidays


Are you tired of singing the same traditional carols year after year? Here are three non-traditional carols to add to your list!
What they're up to

What they're up to: how four local professional singers are using their downtime


We asked four local professional singers how they have been filling their days with the arts world - and the rest of the world - on pause.
Phone with music books

A Guide to Teaching Online Lessons


Ellen Allen shares her best practices - and words of encouragement! - for teachers embarking on online lessons.