This workshop with Dr. Wong tackles the evolving landscape of choral programming in the 21st century. The session delves into some of the key challenges faced by choirs today, and explores practical strategies and considerations for addressing them. Dr. Wong will discuss the concept of intentional choral programming, along with strategies for engaging with composers and arrangers, and the importance of ethical consumption of music.
Participants will have the opportunity to explore not only some of Dr. Wong’s own choral compositions, but also accessible and flexible pieces by living composers that can support the revitalisation of a choral programme. The workshop will conclude by providing participants with a valuable resource list for expanded programming, including publishers, recommended recordings, repertoire suggestions, and noteworthy composers. Additionally, participants will receive excerpts of the music discussed during the session.
Dr. Tracy Wong is a Malaysian-Canadian choral conductor, music educator, composer, vocalist, and pianist. She is the Assistant Professor of Choral Studies at Western University in Ontario, Canada, where she conducts Chorale and Les Choristes ensembles and teaches choral conducting. Dr. Wong holds advanced degrees from the University of Toronto and has received several prestigious awards. She is passionate about enhancing choral experiences through collaborative commissions, workshops, and festivals. As a composer, her works blend diverse influences and support vocal technique and musicianship. Dr. Wong is deeply committed to community choral organisations and has collaborated with numerous international choral groups. (www.tracywongmusic.com)
