The Choir Room

This podcast exists to promote and encourage two long-time traditions in our society that seem to be dwindling…The Choir and Corporate Singing. We hope to revive the excitement and joy experienced with singing in a choir, as well as inform and educate the listener on all things singing, and all things choir related. 

A weekly podcast featuring discussion and interviews with choir directors, choir members, and other guests representing church choirs, college and university choirs, community choirs, show and theatre choirs, composer of choir music, and other.

Segments include tips and instruction from skilled and professional disciplines within the choir community covering topics such as choir culture and community, choir directing, vocal training, ear training, sight reading, and more. A monthly virtual live audience episode allows the listener to engage with hosts and guests during instructional and Q&A segments via the live recording, chat, email, on various social media platforms. 

A production of Metromusic & Arts, Inc.
- www.metromusic-arts.com
- thechoirroom@metromusic-arts.com
- mail@mmertomusic-arts.cm

Keith Childress: From World Action Singers to Teaching 1st-12th Graders, An Engaging CRQ, And Greg In the Minority.
Mar 12, 2025 – 46:21
Back Together Again: Mietta Shares About the Journey, The Benefits and Joys of Singing In the School Choir, Throwback Choir Audio
Mar 6, 2025 – 29:36
Jared McClain joins us to discuss Navigating Choir Rehearsal Distractions, Captivating Young Minds Through Choir, and Choir Musical Diversity
Dec 23, 2024 – 57:06
Unlocking Choir Mastery: Rehearsal Strategies, Theological Reflections on 'My Hope is Built on Nothing Less', and Band Collaboration With Ben and Renee Westry
Jun 22, 2024 – 01:02:35
Hearing the Harmony: The Hymn 'It Is Well With My Soul', Diversity in Choir, and the Joy of Choir Sundays at Gracepoint Gospel Fellowship.
May 7, 2024 – 57:06
Hymns of Praise and Choir Mastery Cultivating a Transformative Singing Experience
Mar 31, 2024 – 44:54
Singing Through Life's Challenges PART 2: The Spiritual Essence of The Hymn, Disney's - "Encanto's" Adassa on Balancing Career and Family in Music With Christ at the Helm.
Mar 9, 2024 – 59:09
Singing Through Life's Challenges: The Spiritual Essence of The Hymn, Disney's "Encanto's" Adassa on Balancing Career and Family in Music With Christ at the Helm.
Mar 2, 2024 – 36:05
Embracing the New Year with Gospel Choirs: The Legacy of Hymns, Dr. Scott Cumberbatch's Life Story, and Navigating Choir Music in the Digital World
Feb 4, 2024 – 55:59
Exciting Changes Coming : The Exciting Future of The Choir Room, Provoking CRQ’s, and The Reboot of Programs and Service.
Jan 23, 2024 – 32:27
Celebrating the Choir's Voice: Uniting Through Christmas Carols, Worship, and Choir Leadership with Special Guests from Metromusic & Arts. PART 2
Dec 27, 2023 – 45:51
Celebrating the Choir's Voice: Uniting Through Christmas Carols, Worship, and Choir Leadership with Special Guests from Metromusic & Arts. PART 1
Dec 25, 2023 – 54:17
"Hark the Herald Angels Sing", Christmas choir recordings and live performances that are sure to get you singing and clapping right where you are: The joy and excitement with singing in a choir during the holiday, and a Tribute to Duranice Pace.
Dec 15, 2023 – 35:57
Igniting Christmas Joy Through Song: Unwrapping the Significance of Singing, Diving into "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel", and Harnessing Technology in Modern Choir Rehearsals
Dec 6, 2023 – 36:49
Renowned Modern Hymn Writer Keith Getty Expounds on The Power of Choir and Communal Singing: The Choir Director and Church Practices, Insights On The Importance of Innovative Hymn Writing, Q&A From Our Audience, and More.
Nov 15, 2023 – 01:17:53
Part 2: Proper Hydration, Good Vocal Health, Choir Directing, and Vocal Training 102: Dr. Catherine Hall, Coach Tara Simon, and The Hosts continue with Great Insights and LIVE Participation from Virtual Audience. Listen and Learn.
Oct 30, 2023 – 01:12:52
Proper Hydration, Choir in this Generation, and Vocal Training 101: Dr. Catherine Hall, Coach Tara Simon, and the hosts mix it up with a LIVE Virtual Audience. Training the Voice, Navigating the Decline of Choir Culture, and a Dive Into Vocal Exercises.
Oct 18, 2023 – 01:01:52
Dove Award Winning Recording Artist LaRue Howard: A Personal Music Journey, Worship Leading, Vocal Health, and Promoting Growth in Choir and Music Ministry
Oct 3, 2023 – 53:55
The Intricacies and Implications of Mixing Gospel Lyrics and Pop Music: A Discussion with The Team, Upcoming Metromusic & Arts Events, and more.
Sep 26, 2023 – 26:25
A Dive Into the Church Choir Journey of Tammy Williams and The Deep Spiritual Significance of Singing with Elizabeth Norfrey.
Sep 20, 2023 – 01:01:58
Why You Should Sing and Use Your God-Given Voice: The Power of Anointed Music and Singing with the Norfrey Couple
Sep 13, 2023 – 48:43
The Life-Long Benefits of Singing In A Choir: Greg Takes A Trip Down Choir Memory Lane and The Team Discusses Adjustment and Vibrato In the CRQ.
Sep 6, 2023 – 40:39
Unsung Memories: A Journey through Choir Reunions and Gospel Traditions
Aug 31, 2023 – 46:59
Research Shows that Singing with Others Is Better For You: Vocal Warmups and Workouts, Interesting Health Benefits Come with Singing with a Choir
Aug 23, 2023 – 36:34
A Conversation with LaShawn Nieves and The Choir Room Team on The Transformative Power of Singing the Gospel
Aug 16, 2023 – 58:35
Exploring the World of Gospel Choirs and Show Choirs: Different Isn’t Necessarily Wrong…It’s Different.
Aug 9, 2023 – 36:54
Exploring the Richness of Choir Music: From Hymns to Gospel Merging Old and New
Aug 2, 2023 – 35:02
A Conversation with a Choir Member turned Vocal Coach and Viral YouTube Sensation Tara Simon
Jul 27, 2023 – 58:38
The Vocal Journey Con't with Lady Bosé - Part 2
Jul 19, 2023 – 31:17
The Melodic Journey of Lady Bose: From Choir Community to Soloist, Vocal Coach, and Vocal Stylist
Jul 12, 2023 – 53:21
The Symphony of Choir Participation and Choir Community
Jul 4, 2023 – 32:59
Part 2 of From Church Choir to Broadway: Continuing with Q Smith's Inspiring Journey About How Choir, Singing, and A Connection That Would Literally Change Her Life Forever.
Jun 29, 2023 – 24:25
From Church Choir to Broadway: Q Smith's Inspiring Journey and the Power of Singing Communities
Jun 19, 2023 – 50:59
Reigniting Your Choir Passion: Tips, Insights, Discussion, and SURPRISES!!
Jun 14, 2023 – 21:37
Episode #8: Warren Carr Part #2. Then, CRQ for the week is "What is a Professional Choir?"
Jun 8, 2023 – 49:01
Episode #7: Ashley Gonzalez Part 2. Choir director and worship leader, now starting a new work in Lusaka, Zambia, Africa...Warren Carr.
May 31, 2023 – 01:04:40
Episode #6: Vocal Coach Ashley Gonzalez, followed by discussion with Warren Carr
May 23, 2023 – 01:00:40
Episode #5: Mr. Danny Murray, Director of Voices of Lee from Lee University in Tennessee and Dr. Brian Rawls with Pillar College in NJ.
May 17, 2023 – 52:11
Episode #4: Greg interviews longtime friend and first music teacher Ronald A. Foster
May 10, 2023 – 43:41
Episode #3: Darryl Jordan with the Fiorello H. Laguardia High School for Music & Art and Performing Arts
May 3, 2023 – 44:11
Episode #2: Why Choir Anyway?
Apr 26, 2023 – 29:27
Episode #1: What makes a choir attractive?
Apr 19, 2023 – 44:46
The Choir Room Inaugural Episode
Apr 10, 2023 – 34:13

Recent Reviews

JavanKing7

You can’t beat a choir or corporate singing

As long as I can remember, I’ve always loved and enjoyed choirs and choir music. I am blessed to have been a music ministry member under Greg’s leadership and oversight. In a day where it seems that choirs are dying and corporate singing isn’t encouraged as much as it was years ago, I can attest that there’s nothing like singing in a corporate choir. Nor is there anything like receiving worship from a corporately sung choir. This podcast is surely the ultimate choir podcast and a must-“tune into” for choir lovers or those wanting to get familiar with choirs, hymns and gospel music. Within this podcast, the wisdom, information, songs, music appreciation, vocal, ear & sight reading training, along with the special guests shared is absolutely unbeatable.
SingMiaSong

Blessed by this

As a former choir member, I am pleased to hear a podcast that expresses the need for the togetherness that choir worship brings to the body of Christ & that elaborates on the powerful uniqueness of corporate worship and the various components that make collective praise the impactful ministry that it is!
tptdrew

Wisdom from above

I just finished listening to the first two episodes of this podcast. I love the depths of wisdom that each one of the hosts brings to the conversation. In a day when the church choir is diminishing this is a much needed resource for us to realize the importance of choirs and congregational singing. I look forward to many more episodes.