Diane M. Porsch
18 Ransom Oaks Drive
East Amherst, NY 14051

DiPorsch@roadrunner.com

Chapter

Choreography

Coaching

Creativity
Class Topic: Opening or Closing Class
Class Title: MUSICIANS…A GENTLE, LOVING PEOPLE
Class Time: 30-45 minutes
Target Group: General Membership
Class Description: A great way to open and/or close an educational event! A legal and very simple Joe Liles arrangement of Holly Nears Singing From Our Hearts is taught to everyone. Focus of time slot is to remind all of us WHY we are musicians and how what we do in Sweet Adelines impacts our lives and the lives of those we touch. A real feel good class that begins and/or ends an event with emotion and sharing.

Class Topic: The impact that attitudes have on our hobby
Class Title: ATTITUDES ANONYMOUS
Class Time: 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours
Target Group: General Membership
Class Description: A look at how attitudes from both the presenter and the group can affect one another in positive and not so positive ways. An excellent class for creating self awareness on a weekly basis. All members of the class participate in small group

Directing
Class Topic: Directing Techniques
Class Title: DIRECTING THE PERFORMANCE INSTEAD OF THE MUSIC!
Class Time: 60 minutes or more (depends upon number of participants)
Target Group: Anyone who wishes to improve their directing techniques.
Class Description: This class is for volunteers who are interested in being observed and coached while directing class participants in song. This can also be done as one on one sessions,,,sort of as a PDI (private directing instruction) offering as well.

Judging
Class Topic: Judging Categories
Class Title: SO WHAT DO THOSE JUDGES WANT, ANYWAY?
Class Time: 60-90 minutes
Target Group: Could be anything from general audience to specific music leadership. Class would be offered in whatever style would be necessary for chosen target audience.
Class Description: Understanding the basics of the judging categories and what and why accomplishment is rewarded in each category. Defining the philosophy of the judging program and the accuracy and synchronization that is deemed basic to any performance.

Class Topic: Appreciating the Showmanship Category
Class Title: SHOWMANSHIP…SO MUCH MORE THAN DANCING!
Class Time: 1-1/2 to 2 hours (depending upon availability of demo group)
Target Group: General Membership ( can be tailored to smaller group if necessary)
Class Description: an exciting class offering detailed and updated information regarding all elements of the Showmanship Category….what works, what does not. Full class participati

Long Range

Marketing

Membership

People
Class Topic: The Importance of People Skills in Music Leadership & Directing
Class Title: PEOPLE SKILLS VS. ARM WAVING
Class Time: 1-1/4 hours
Target Group: Directors, Asst Directors, Section Leaders, Aspiring Directors or Section Leaders
Class Description: Full class participation…as all attendees are involved. Body English, attitudes, verbal communication techniques, etc… are addressed. This class is especially beneficial for musical leaders who would like to find a comfort zone as a musical leader…without so much focus on the arm-waving task. It CAN be done!

Perform
Class Topic: Riser Placement (Cutting edge!)
Class Title: SO WHY DO I STAND HERE?
Class Time: 90-120 minutes
Target Group: General audience or specific to music teams. Demo group is needed for this.
Class Description: A fascinating riser placement class offering cutting edge information! Singers are placed according to how they resonate, naturally; consequently, they are standing where they hear the best. Very interesting and useful for choruses of all levels! Amplify your most accurate sound! This information will help you do that!

Public

Regional

Section

Teaching
Class Topic: Recording Evaluation Procedures
Class Title: SUPER SINGERS ARE ACHIEVABLE!
Class Time: 90 Minutes (Condensed Version) 2-1/2 Hours (w/trial scoring version)
Target Group: Music teams, directors, assistant directors, sound track/tape evaluators
Class Description: A unique evaluation program allowing for individual singer growth and pacing. 10 page handout includes all necessary scoresheets, description of scoring levels, job descriptions, etc…This program has been adopted by many top-level choruses.

Team
Class Topic: Harmonious Music Team/Administrative Team Relationships
Class Title: STRIKE UP ACCORD BETWEEN LEADERSHIP GROUPS!
Class Time: 1-1/4 – 1-1/2 hours
Target Group: Music Teams & Administrative Teams (Board or Management Team Members)
Class Description: Most effective class if representatives from both facets listed above are in attendance. Lots of class participation. Scenarios are given to volunteers from the audience who are asked to present a mock joint meeting of administrative and musical leaders. Insightful offering because we all get a chance to see ourselves in a safe environment….and, hopefully, make the necessary adjustments on our home turf.

Class Topic: Musical Leadership Development
Class Title: FINDING AND TRAINING EFFECTIVE MUSIC TEAMS
Class Time: 90 Minutes
Target Group: Directors, Music Teams, Aspiring Music Team Members
Class Description: Tons of information in this class! Proposed job descriptions, time-lines, live small ensemble evaluati

Time

Vocal
Class Topic: Singing in Tune
Class Title: SINGING WITH YOUR EARS
Class Time: 1-1/4 – 1-1/2 hours
Target Group: General Membership and/or Music Leadership & Teams
Class Description: an interesting ear-opening approach to singing with awareness of the TONAL CENTER at all times. Entire audience participates and demos for one another. A strong class with a vocal production focus which will help singers at all levels. This class is very effective when a quality demo quartet is available.

Class Topic: Vocal Skill Development
Class Title: THE LIPS, THE TIP OF THE TONGUE ANDTHE TEETH!
Class Time: 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours
Target Group: General Membership and/or Music Leaders, Aspiring Music Leaders, etc…
Class Description: Vocal Skills is the first item listed on every score sheet because our success as performers depends upon the development of these skills. This class addresses the importance of vocal freedom in our singing. Full class participation, lots of imagery and an easy