Getting Your Middle School Choir to “Make a Scene” (On Purpose!)
Friday, January 23, 2026
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Description
Middle school students are wired to make a scene (or stand on the sidelines) so let's spin their energy, creativity, and willingness to be crazy into creative singing, acting, and story telling (while encouraging the quiet ones to get out of their shells). In this workshop, participants will learn some tips and tricks to help their middle school choirs sing and emote/move expressively.
Speakers
James Cumings
Learning Objective 1
Participants will learn how to create a safe acting/singing space within the classroom and build students’ comfort with movement
Learning Objective 2
Participants will learn how to help the students understand the text and then express it through singing/acting
Learning Objective 3
Participants will learn how to help students “practice” acting/storytelling during rehearsal
Session Level
Middle School/Junior High