SCHEDULE FOR SINGSTRONG 2023
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Classes, coachings and concerts are all held in multiple classrooms in one building at Adelphi University.
Classes do not require Pre-Registration, unless otherwise noted.
Most classes are appropriate for both beginner and intermediate students.
Classes typically last just under 1 hour. Scheduled events are subject to change.
Room assignments should be reviewed the day of the event.
Classes do not require Pre-Registration, unless otherwise noted.
Most classes are appropriate for both beginner and intermediate students.
Classes typically last just under 1 hour. Scheduled events are subject to change.
Room assignments should be reviewed the day of the event.
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FRIDAY
2:00-4:00PM |
lunch meet-up (OPTIONAL)
MEET & GREET over LUNCH! [THIS IS NOT AN OFFICIAL SingStrong EVENT. NO TICKETS ARE REQUIRED] This lunch is an optional, fun meet-up for the anyone at SingStrong including members of the Single Singers! Wear you SingStrong T-shirts, sweatshirts and other merchandise so newbies can find you and introduce themselves! The Single Singers is an a cappella group open to any singer at any level who is willing to learn the material on his or her own, prior to coming to SingStrong, and willing to perform on stage after just one day together! We won’t have much time to plunk notes so make sure you know your part! (You’ll also need a weekend pass or class pass to participate.) Contact your director for learning materials and get ready to sing your heart out! You will be performing at the Saturday 2PM concert during the judge’s deliberations. #TGIFridays #food #meetandgreet #singlesingers #openacappella #fri |
TGI FRIDAYS 829 Merrick Ave Westbury, NY 11590
(Mere steps from the basement parking level of the Courtyard Marrriot Hotel.) |
5:00-6:30pm |
single singers REHEARSAL
This rehearsal is for the Single Singers, an open a cappella group YOU can join! This open group is for any singer at any level who is willing to learn the material on his or her own, prior to coming to SingStrong, and willing to perform on stage after just one day together! We won’t have time to plunk notes so make sure you know your part cold! (You’ll also need a weekend pass or class pass to participate.) Follow the instructions here, and get ready to sing your heart out! #rehearsal #singlesingers #openacappella #fri |
7:00-10 PM |
ACA-IDOL CONCERT with Special Appearance by BLUE JUPITER
ACA-Idol is a fast-paced competition with big money at stake! Groups perform for 10 minutes. A panel of judges gives live feedback. And as a bonus, Blue Jupiter performs too! You, the audience vote by cel phone to decide which group -College or Semi-Pro- wins $1,000! (Rules here). Competitors each give their best 10 minutes. Bid at the Silent Auction too! Competors will all compete for your love and votes in this show! Competitors are announced here as they complete their confirmation process! #aca-idol #acaidol #competition #main theatre #maintheatre |
11:00 PM |
MEET & GREET AFTERGLOW
[Not an Official SingStrong Event. See TERMS] 
Food, drink and song! A meet and greet for adult SingStrong groups, singers and attendees! After concerts we all like to grab some food and drink. Many of us will head HERE. This is an awesome party, but it isn’t for everyone. This event is not supervised by SingStrong Inc, Adelphi University, or any other person or entity. This is not an official SingStrong event. No credit is offered at the HS or college for attendance. No fee is charged for attendance. This is simply the spot where some performers and adult summit attendees will be relaxing after the show. It is not for HS students to attend. #afterglow #fri #hotel #food |
SATURDAY
7:30-8:00AM |
HS Competition Registration and ORIENTATION
HS Competitors arrive and get settled, warm-up and ready to show the judges what they’ve got! All competing HS groups should attend the orientation. You will need the information we give you there. If you cannot attend you will still be allowed to compete but you will be at a disadvantage. PLEASE CONTACT US IF YOU WILL BE LATE OR ABSENT FOR THIS. Soundcheck will follow. Note that soundcheck are generally open for other (quiet) competitors to view. It’s a great learning experience! Once a group has completed their own sound-check, their members may stay or are free to attend classes, Spotlight Showcases, their group’s coaching and more. Have fun! #hs #soundcheck #registration #saturday |
8:00-11AM |
HS Competition Soundcheck
All high school competitors soundcheck in short slots. Your group can learn just as much from watching other groups soundcheck as from doing your own. For groups that complete their soundcheck by 9:30 AM, you are free to either stay or to attend classes. If you are a HS Competitor, your schedule may look like this. #hs #competition #hscompetition #soundcheck #soundchecks #saturday |
9:30-11AM |
TAG! YOU'RE IT! with Midtown Barbershop Quartet!
Harmony in the morning?! Yes please! Early birds will delight and late risers will get the blood going as members of the incredible, award-winning Midtown barbershop quartet teach everyone a few tags -and quite a few tips on how to achieve world-class blend as well! And, for non-barbershoppers, what are tags? They are the best part of the songs, the rich part, the part that sends it over the top. And YOU’LL be the one singing, so pick your part and come out to this hands-on class! Competitors, this just might be the class that helps you take your blend to the next level! So don’t think it only applies to barber shoppers. This class is for all singers! #hs #class #intro #warmup #warm-up #participate #perform #sing |
10-11AM |
BEATBOX BASICS w/ MARK MEGIBOW FROM FACE
You’ve never tried beatboxing before?! Well here’s your chance! World renown beatboxers will get you from zero to hero in no time! Bring your boots and cats! (It’s your first lesson! Say “boots-and-cats” quickly and you’ll be beatboxing in no time! #hs #class #intro #beatbox #participate #perform #sing |
10-11AM |
10 tips to make your arrangements better! W/ RADIUS
Info coming soon! #hs #class |
10:15-10:55AM |
single singers SOUNDCHECK
This soundcheck is for the Single Singers, an open a cappella group YOU can join! Gather at 10:15 in the main theatre. And please be silent as there are other sound checks occurring! At 10:30 SHARP it will be YOUR turn to soundcheck! Follow the instructions of your director and the sound engineer and enjoy the massive sound system and multitudinous wireless microphones! Click here for information on the Single Singers, SingStrong’s open group that anyone can join! #rehearsal #singlesingers #openacappella #saturday #soundcheck |
11-12AM |
ROCKSTAR 101 PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP
w/ Diana Preisler of Blue Jupiter, star of TV’s “Pitch Slapped” 
Star of Lifetime’s TV show, “PitchSlapped,” Diana Preisler is known as “The ACA-COACH.” Diana says this: “They see you louder than they hear you.” The Broadway performer, film actress (Oscar Nominated “Chico and Rita”), singer and manager of Blue Jupiter will show you how to make that message work for you. Groups will hop on stage and have their performance crafted to perfection. This seminar is one of our most popular! Have your group come ready to perform! #hs #coach #class #participate #perform #sing #DianaPreisler #BlueJupiter |
11-12AM |
INTRO TO OVERTONE SINGING WITH Harmonic Introductions
Overtone Singing is a technique that enables one vocalist to produce and, with a bit of practice, control two notes simultaneously. Overtone singing can be used in various contexts, from emulating synthesized sounds to full self-polyphony. When multiple voices come together to sing in this style, a relaxing, glowing atmosphere is created. Overtones are always perfectly in tune. This workshop will explain the theory behind overtone singing and teach the basic techniques of producing them. Harmonic Introductions is a community vocal ensemble dedicated to expanding the awareness, appreciation, and understanding of polyphonic overtone singing. Founded by Robb Saffell and Julian-Israel Canizares in Spring, 2012, Harmonic Introductions has hosted and participated in over 100 events over the past decade to teach, perform, and build a culture and community focused on the art of overtone singing. #hs #class #intro #overtone #overtones #overtonesinging #participate #perform #sing #theory |
11-12AM |
Looping WITH JORDANA TALSKY
Info coming soon! #hs #class #intro #participate #perform #sing #theory |
11-12PM |
10 Ways Barbershop is The Secret Weapon for Contemporary A CAPPELLA with Midtown
Barbershop knows all the tricks to get your contemporary group to the next level! Ringing chords that balance. Blend! Breath support! Vocal ease and so much more! It all translates perfectly no matter what your style! #class #barbershop |
12-1PM |
ADVANCED OVERTONE SINGING
With just a quick touch upon the basics, this class will quickly move on to more advanced concepts in overtone singing, including varying styles and techniques and the application of overtone singing within the ensemble setting. Overtone Singing is a technique that enables one vocalist to produce and, with a bit of practice, control two notes simultaneously. Overtone singing can be used in various contexts, from emulating synthesized sounds to full self-polyphony. When multiple voices come together to sing in this style, a relaxing, glowing atmosphere is created. Overtones are always perfectly in tune. This workshop will explain the theory behind overtone singing and teach the basic techniques of producing them. Harmonic Introductions is a small vocal ensemble dedicated to expanding the awareness, appreciation, and understanding of overtone singing. Founded by Robb Saffell and Julian-Israel Canizares in Spring, 2012, Harmonic Introductions seeks to teach, perform, and build a culture and community focused on the art of overtone singing. #hs #class #advanced #overtone #overtones #overtonesinging #participate #perform #sing #theory |
12-1PM |
Arranging through Improvisation
Improvising Vocal Arrangements -even with a choir-sized group – is easier than you think! Using a combination of improvisation games from Bobby McFerrin, Rhiannon, Roger Treece, Michelle Weir and more, participants will learn several methods of creating pop vocal arrangements. All the games and exercises can be applied to any singing group -whether your ensemble is large or small, or even occasionally sings (gasp!) with instruments (we won’t tell anyone). #hs #class #advanced #improv #improvisation #arranging #participate #perform #sing #theory |
12-1PM |
BEATBOX PANEL
World renown beatboxers display their impressive beatboxing chops and then show you how the magic is made! #hs #class #advanced #beatbox #participate #perform |
12-1PM |
SCAT AND JAZZ IMPROVISATION WITH HIGHLINE VOCAL JAZZ
Info coming soon! #hs #class |
1:00 PM |
lunch BREAK
Eat! Eat! You’re getting too skinny! Why don’t you call your mother more often? Just a one minute walk away, there’s the University Cafe or the Panther Dining Den located here.) With six full-service stations including Back Bar Grill, SONO, Innovation Kitchen, Rosso Verde, New York Style Deli and a salad bar, the UC Café can satisfy any craving. And don't forget the Starbucks! In addition, snacks, ice cream and a variety of grab and go items are available. Open:
You may want to consider just running out and back so that you can catch any activities, like Spotlight Showcase Performances, that go on during this break. After all, they’re already included in all passes at no extra charge! #lunch #saturday #food |
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1-3 |
single singers rehearsal into performance
This rehearsal is for the Single Singers, an open a cappella group YOU can join! Arrive ready to rehearse. Then it's a fast change and you're onstage performing! Participation in this rehearsal is MANDATORY for all Single Singers. You will be performing at the Saturday 2PM concert during the judge’s deliberations. We estimate that you'll take the stage sometime after 3:00PM Click here for information on the Single Singers, SingStrong’s open group that anyone can join! #rehearsal #singlesingers #openacappella #saturday |
1:00-1:40pm |
SPOTLIGHT SHOWCASE
Anyone with a ClassPass, VIP Pass, Full Weekend Pass or Discount Weekend Pass may attend for FREE! Pro, Semi-Pro, Collegiate and sometimes even HS groups of all types strut their stuff in a casual, non-competitive showcase. #spotlight #showcase #concert #performance |
1:30PM |
HS Competition JUDGES MEETING
The number one thing Judges need to know: Meet Saturday at 1:30PM in the Downstairs Lounge (between the stairs and backstage entrance on the lower level of Adelphi PAC) Everything else you need to know is here: Http://NewYork.singstrong.org/HS-JUDGES See you all at 1:30 on Saturday!2:00 HS Finals begins! Judge wisely! #hs #judges #backstage #meeting #couches |
1:40PM |
HS Competitors BACKSTAGE CALL
HS groups performing in the first segment of the Sat 2PM Show have a backstage call for the HS Competition at this time. If you are unsure, please attend. You will be led to your assigned green room/backstage area. #hs #call #backstage #perform #greenroom |
2:00-4:30pm |
HS Competition CONCERT
The best High School groups get only 8 minutes of stage time to impress a team of respected a cappella experts as they compete for trophies. The Single Singers, an open a cappella group that you can join, perform while the judges deliberate. #hs #competition #concert #performance #high school #highschool |
4:30 -5:30 PM |
HOW TO BLOW UP ON SOCIAL MEDIA WITH RADIUS
Info coming soon! #hs #class |
4:30 -5:30 PM |
DANCE AND MOVEMENT WITH BACKTRACK
Directed energy. Stillness. Call and response. Does your choreo demonstrate all these techniques and more? Learn about confident performing and meaningful movement from Backtrack! Come prepared to move because you’ll be putting the knowledge into your bodies on the spot! #hs #class #backtrack #dance #choreograohy |
4:30 -5:30 PM |
Recording A cappella 101 W/ BALL IN THE HOUSE
You're ready to make your group's recording but what to do first? No worries! Ball in the House takes their decades of recording experience and distills the core principles that will keep you on time and on budget to make incredible music that lasts a lifetime. #hs #class #recording |
4:30 -5:30 PM |
Business of A cappella with Face Vocal Band
Understand all of the non-musical roles and requirements that go into managing a professional group, and how to prioritize them. Learn the most important elements for creating a long-term and loyal fan base. Get the inside scoop on how to maximize profit. Face Vocal Band has a world of experience to share. Come learn from full-timers! #hs #class #business #face #professional |
5:30 PM |
DINNER BREAK
Eat! Eat! You’re getting too skinny! Why don’t you call your mother more often? Just a one minute walk away, there’s the University Cafe or the Panther Dining Den located here.) With six full-service stations including Back Bar Grill, SONO, Innovation Kitchen, Rosso Verde, New York Style Deli and a salad bar, the UC Café can satisfy any craving. In addition, snacks, ice cream and a variety of grab and go items are available. Open:
You may want to consider just running out and back so that you can catch any activities, like Spotlight Showcase Performances, that go on during this break. After all, they’re already included in all passes at no extra charge! #DINNER #saturday #food |
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7pm |
PRO SHOW I CONCERT
7PM -8:30 with these Pro Groups ! See the best professional groups in fast-paced sets. Each Pro Show is different! Doors open approx 15 minutes in advance. Stadium seating. #PRO #proshow #professional #concert #performance |
8:30-9:30PM |
SILENT AUCTION TO BENEFIT THE FIGHT AGAINST ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
The Silent Auction (which is actually quite loud) accepts bids from Saturday Morning onwards, but this is the final 40 minutes of Silent Auction time!The crowds gather and bidding intensifies! Get unbelievable deals as you bid on a plethora of packages, and every dollar goes right to the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund! Hotel get-aways? We’ve got em! Hard to find a cappella CDs? We’ve got em! Headshot and recording packages? We’ve got em! Local discounts for every day items? We’ve got those too! Don’t miss this great chance to do well (for yourself) while you do good (for others)! All conveniently located in the lobby, between the end of the Sat. 7PM show and the beginning of the Sat. 9:30PM show! Feel like donating a good or service? Fantastic! Contact us here. Check out our FAQ for more info! #auction #lobby #charity #alz #curealz #deals |
9:30pm |
PRO SHOW II CONCERT (DIFFERENT THAN THE 7PM SHOW)
9:30-11 with these Pro Groups ! See the best professional groups in fast-paced sets. Each Pro Show is different! Doors open approx 15 minutes in advance. Stadium seating. #PRO #proshow #professional #concert #performance |
11:00PM |
open mic AFTERGLOW
[Not an Official SingStrong Event. See TERMS] 
Food, drink and song! A meet and greet for adult SingStrong groups, singers and attendees! After concerts we all like to grab some food and drink. Many of us will head HERE. This is an awesome party, but it isn’t for everyone. This event is not supervised by SingStrong Inc, Adelphi University, or any other person or entity. This is not an official SingStrong event. No credit is offered at the HS or college for attendance. No fee is charged for attendance. This is simply the spot where some performers and adult summit attendees will be relaxing after the show. It is not for HS students to attend. #afterglow #sat #saturday #hotel #food |
SUNDAY
10-11AM |
Overtone JAM SESSION
No words. Just an entire class of meditative drone and shimmering, soaring harmonics to lift the spirits. All participants and teachers will be singing together. (Ok. There might be just a few words…) #overtone #overtones #harmonic #jam |
10-11AM |
5 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR GROUP LOOK MORE PROFESSIONAL W/ RADIUS
Info coming soon! #hs #class |
10-11AM |
LIGHT SPEED ARRANGING -The Toolbox w ROB REDEI
If you don't know where to start and you find yourself taking too long to finish an arrangement then this class is for you! Learn from experienced arranger, Rob Redei and go from zero to hero with your arranging skills. Newbies can get a path forward but even experienced arrangers can gain insights into speeding up their process. End result: finished arrangements! #hs #class #arranging |
11-12AM |
SOLO PERFORMANCE IN THE JAZZ STYLE W/ Highline Vocal Jazz
Info coming soon! #hs #class #Jazz #performance |
11-12AM |
DIY Musician w/ Ball in the House
Ball in the House shares pro tricks like bullets from a machine gun! This class is a massive toolkit of everything a group needs to take great music and make more with it. That includes bways to record, arrange, and produce entirely on your own, and exciting ways to use those skills to enhance group experiences! From learning tracks to arranging with recorded voices, get a glimpse of what's possible for the DIY A cappella Musician! #hs #class |
11-12PM |
Give Your Arranging a FacElift with FACE Vocal Band
Want to give your approach to arranging a FACE-LIFT? Face Vocal Band's arrangers, Ryan Driver and Stephen Ross, will teach you their award-winning approach to arranging unique and memorable a cappella covers. They will start with the basics, and then explore the important decisions you will need to make in order to conceptualize the song with intention and purpose before the proverbial pen even hits the paper. By making these critical decisions early in the arranging process, you can elevate your arrangements to PRO level with these key tips and tricks! #class # |
12-1PM |
Looping with Jordana Talsky
Live looper Jordana Talsky #hs #class |
Main Theatre
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12-1PM |
Rhythm Section w Radius
Info coming soon! #hs #class |
Olmsted
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12-1PM |
Perform Like a Pro with MIDTOWN
Whether you are a group or a soloist, whether you're a singer or even a beatboxer, you have to know how to perform from a place of truth. Midtown shares techniques for putting your authentic self into every single note of every single performance. #hs #class #perform |
1:00 PM |
lunch BREAK
Eat! Eat! You’re getting too skinny! Why don’t you call your mother more often? Just a one minute walk away, there’s the University Cafe or the Panther Dining Den located here.) With six full-service stations including Back Bar Grill, SONO, Innovation Kitchen, Rosso Verde, New York Style Deli and a salad bar, the UC Café can satisfy any craving. In addition, snacks, ice cream and a variety of grab and go items are available. Open:
You may want to consider just running out and back so that you can catch any activities, like Spotlight Showcase Performances, that go on during this break. After all, they’re already included in all passes at no extra charge! #lunch #saturday #food |
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2:00-4:30pm |
PRO SHOW III CONCERT
See the best Pro Groups in fast-paced sets! Each Pro Show is different! Doors open approx 15 minutes in advance. Stadium seating. #PRO #proshow #professional #concert #performance |