What’s more fun for a choir director than a really good choir? A really good choir with ELEVEN basses! Eleven Good Basses! In a world where lack of male voices is the rule rather than the exception, 11 basses is almost unheard of. In the Stanser ad hoc choir, this was the perfect foundation for the warm and voluminous sound the singers built during a weekend workshop with Hedreich. Covering the spectrum from Hawkins/Donald Lawrence to Newsboys, the audience got to hear a myriad of styles and rhythms from different kinds of music deemed appropriate for church and worship services. Hedreich even managed to include a short history lesson comparing and contrasting field song versions of Negro Spirituals to “Tuskegee-style” European choral versions. The workshop and ensuing concert were the perfect testament to what can be accomplished when fun, fast-paced teaching meets concentration and talent. As for what’s up next? More teaching, more seminars and showcase concerts. Make sure to stop back by or keep up with the minute by minute on twitter or facebook. Better yet, make it a virtual trifecta!
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The Voice, American Idol, name-a-country’s Got Talent… wherever you hear the newest generation of singers you hear the strains of Aretha, Ella, Luther, Michael, Chuck, Duke, Basie, Scott and all those who have gone before. From African Griots to field hollers, from ragtime to Rock ‘n’ Roll, from Bebop to Hip Hop, the influence is immeasurable and ever-present. Without the African-American experience in the US, the music of the world would not be what it is today. Hedreich shared this message in a fun and informative presentation with the Sagamore Hill student body. Our favorite music and performing arts workshop leader did a morning music and drama workshop and in the afternoon, directed a student cast of 17 students in a theatrical presentation about music history. Their performance was stellar, applause was thunderous and the students and teachers were especially blown away when Hedreich sang her classic rendition of “Listen”. Expect more educational seminars in the near future as Hedreich expands her student base in the US. Stop back by to see if something is planned in your area.
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She’s here. No, she’s there. No, wait, where is she?!
Don’t bat an eye or you’ll surely miss everybody’s favorite singing commuter. After a few days in the US, Hedreich boarded the train–ahh, make that plane–and headed to Switzerland for a benefit concert with the local Adliswil orchestra. With guests from the organization insieme, Hedreich and the musicians were able to spread joy and even make music with the concert-goers. It was a wonderful experience for everyone present and worth a weekend of international travel 100 times over.
“Start off like you’re gonna finish up”. So goes the old adage and if 2012 is to end up like it has started, it will be a very good year. After singing for the Southern Glarus New Year’s Day/ first birthday service, Hedreich started gearing up for 100 Years in Music at the Kulturbuehne Lihn, high above Lake Walen. The concert sold out within days of being publicized. A special musical journey through the last century with pianist Greg Galli, the event promises to be an intimate evening of song and tale. And the best news? A Sunday matinee has been added so there’s still time to be a part of this very special evening.
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Young Athletes at the Olympic Training Center and Sport School Glarus got special Christmas instruction to close out 2011. Since Hedreich’s talent on the slopes in no way can match her vocal skills, the kids got a break from training and learned a couple of fun songs and even a dance! Most impressive were the teachers who showed not only can they coach, teach and administrate, but sing and dance as well! Next up, Die Show nach Zehn. But first, the team here at hedreich.com wishes you a peaceful end to 2011 and a happy and fulfilling New Year!
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With ESC a thing of the past and only 3 appearances till the holidays, Hedreich is already working on next year’s line-up. An exciting year with live concerts and master classes, it looks like the singing commuter will be able to rack up quite a few frequent flyer miles! And if you are in the mood for song and comedy, Hedreich will be making her “Mad”-esque debut on Nachtfieber in Olten just before ringing in the new year. It’ll be a great evening of comedy and song. Don’t miss it!
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As previously stated, after this year Hedreich will be based in Texas and will commute to Switzerland for seminars, concerts and studio engagements. That news lent a sentimental note to the recent Glarner Inspirational Singers annual concerts. As they gave a nod to the last 13 years of choir history by including solos from former pianist Christian Menzi and even inviting singers from yester-year up to join the musical fun, the full house crowds clapped and sang along wherever they could. Since Hedreich likes to do interactive concerts, they sang lots and so the Advent season was ushered in with joy!
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If you think Hedreich is a bundle of energy on the stage, you should see her working her magic with a group of singers. The last three weekends have found Hedreich doing just that and each weekend has borne musical fruit and brought accolades. This coming weekend her own choir, the Inspirational Singers, will be showing off their shine at concerts in Glarus and Glarus Süd. For more information, like the Inspirational Singers at facebook or check out their homepage.
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Talk about hitting the ground running! After the overseas flight on Thursday, Hedreich is already on the job. This weekend finds her doing a “Repertoire Intensive” seminar with Sweet ‘n’ Sour for their Swing ‘n’ Soul concert. The concert, coming up on the 12th and 13th of this month will also feature choreography by Hedreich. She and the “Sweeties”, under the direction of Ulrich Wolf, have worked together for many years and the concert will be one of the better ones in the region this season. Don’t miss it!
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