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Saturday, August 2
 

1:00pm CEST

Team and Faculty earliest Check-In
Saturday August 2, 2025 1:00pm - 1:30pm CEST
Faculty Lounge
The team will arrive on site first. Faculty are welcome to drop off their bags at any time later and enjoy the faculty lounge or explore the surrounding area.
Faculty
avatar for Rob Mance

Rob Mance

Faculty
Robert Mance has been the artistic director of the BHS Medal Choir Central Standard since 2011. In 2016, Robert Mance was appointed Artistic Director of the SAI Vocal Standard International Choral Competition. Robert Mance holds a doctorate in choral conducting from the University... Read More →
avatar for Jordan Travis

Jordan Travis

Faculty
Jordan is the founder and artistic director of Voices Music Collective and a driving force in the Halton/Hamilton music scene. With an unwavering passion for vocal music and education, Jordan has inspired countless singers and ensembles both locally and internationally. His expertise... Read More →
avatar for Andrew Rembecki

Andrew Rembecki

Faculty
Andrew Rembecki is a passionate music educator, vocal coach, choral conductor and coach with extensive experience in choral pedagogy and performance. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, he has lived in Munich for six years. He currently directs Herrenbesuch, a renowned men's barbershop... Read More →
avatar for Alexander Koller

Alexander Koller

Faculty
Alexander is a BinG! Certified Coach and has been a Musicality Judge in the American Barbershop Harmony Society since 2023. He has been an avid barbershopper for fifteen years, when he sang in the Big Apple Chorus during a one-year stay in New York. Since then he has sung in several... Read More →
avatar for Stefanie Schmidt

Stefanie Schmidt

Faculty
Stefanie has been active in barbershop for 15 years as a quartet singer and conductor. She is co-organizer and graduate of the BinG! Coaching Certification Program, in which barbershop coaches are trained for the BinG! ensembles and is herself a sought-after coach for German and international... Read More →
avatar for Dan Wessler

Dan Wessler

Faculty
Dan Wessler holds a Doctorate in Choral Conducting from the University of Colorado Boulder ('23) and a Master's Degree in Choral Conducting from Western Illinois University ('12). He is an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University Irvine and North Orange County Community College... Read More →
avatar for Clay Monson

Clay Monson

Faculty
Clay Monson ist ein leidenschaftlicher und erfolgreicher Musiker, der sich der Barbershop-Harmonie verschrieben hat. Seit 10 Jahren ist er stolzes Mitglied der Barbershop Harmony Society und hat durch seine Jury- und Coaching-Tätigkeiten bedeutende Beiträge zur Barbershop-Welt geleistet... Read More →
avatar for Lucas Bitzer

Lucas Bitzer

Faculty / Team
Barbershop and choral music have fascinated Lucas since his early childhood, and he has been in competitions multiple times (European male quartet champion 2013).His work as a coach and lecturer is inspired by his training as a teacher for the Alexander Technique, a bodywork method... Read More →
avatar for Norbert Hammes

Norbert Hammes

Faculty / Team
Norbert ist Gründungsmitglied von BinG! wo er sich mehrere Jahre als 2. Vorstand für die Entwicklung von BinG! einsetzte und einer der Initiatoren des jährlichen Harmony Colleges war. 1987 war er schon Gründungsmitglied des Ersten Kölner Barbershop Chores und mit seinem Quartett... Read More →
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Saturday August 2, 2025 1:00pm - 1:30pm CEST
Faculty Lounge
  Faculty

6:30pm CEST

Faculty & Team Dinner
Saturday August 2, 2025 6:30pm - 8:00pm CEST
Faculty Kitchen
A simple german dinner and drinks are served for the faculty.
Faculty
avatar for Rob Mance

Rob Mance

Faculty
Robert Mance has been the artistic director of the BHS Medal Choir Central Standard since 2011. In 2016, Robert Mance was appointed Artistic Director of the SAI Vocal Standard International Choral Competition. Robert Mance holds a doctorate in choral conducting from the University... Read More →
avatar for Jordan Travis

Jordan Travis

Faculty
Jordan is the founder and artistic director of Voices Music Collective and a driving force in the Halton/Hamilton music scene. With an unwavering passion for vocal music and education, Jordan has inspired countless singers and ensembles both locally and internationally. His expertise... Read More →
avatar for Andrew Rembecki

Andrew Rembecki

Faculty
Andrew Rembecki is a passionate music educator, vocal coach, choral conductor and coach with extensive experience in choral pedagogy and performance. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, he has lived in Munich for six years. He currently directs Herrenbesuch, a renowned men's barbershop... Read More →
avatar for Alexander Koller

Alexander Koller

Faculty
Alexander is a BinG! Certified Coach and has been a Musicality Judge in the American Barbershop Harmony Society since 2023. He has been an avid barbershopper for fifteen years, when he sang in the Big Apple Chorus during a one-year stay in New York. Since then he has sung in several... Read More →
avatar for Stefanie Schmidt

Stefanie Schmidt

Faculty
Stefanie has been active in barbershop for 15 years as a quartet singer and conductor. She is co-organizer and graduate of the BinG! Coaching Certification Program, in which barbershop coaches are trained for the BinG! ensembles and is herself a sought-after coach for German and international... Read More →
avatar for Dan Wessler

Dan Wessler

Faculty
Dan Wessler holds a Doctorate in Choral Conducting from the University of Colorado Boulder ('23) and a Master's Degree in Choral Conducting from Western Illinois University ('12). He is an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University Irvine and North Orange County Community College... Read More →
avatar for Clay Monson

Clay Monson

Faculty
Clay Monson ist ein leidenschaftlicher und erfolgreicher Musiker, der sich der Barbershop-Harmonie verschrieben hat. Seit 10 Jahren ist er stolzes Mitglied der Barbershop Harmony Society und hat durch seine Jury- und Coaching-Tätigkeiten bedeutende Beiträge zur Barbershop-Welt geleistet... Read More →
avatar for Lucas Bitzer

Lucas Bitzer

Faculty / Team
Barbershop and choral music have fascinated Lucas since his early childhood, and he has been in competitions multiple times (European male quartet champion 2013).His work as a coach and lecturer is inspired by his training as a teacher for the Alexander Technique, a bodywork method... Read More →
avatar for Norbert Hammes

Norbert Hammes

Faculty / Team
Norbert ist Gründungsmitglied von BinG! wo er sich mehrere Jahre als 2. Vorstand für die Entwicklung von BinG! einsetzte und einer der Initiatoren des jährlichen Harmony Colleges war. 1987 war er schon Gründungsmitglied des Ersten Kölner Barbershop Chores und mit seinem Quartett... Read More →
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Saturday August 2, 2025 6:30pm - 8:00pm CEST
Faculty Kitchen
  Faculty
 
Sunday, August 3
 

8:30am CEST

Faculty & Team Breakfast
Sunday August 3, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am CEST
Faculty Kitchen
Breakfast
Faculty
avatar for Rob Mance

Rob Mance

Faculty
Robert Mance has been the artistic director of the BHS Medal Choir Central Standard since 2011. In 2016, Robert Mance was appointed Artistic Director of the SAI Vocal Standard International Choral Competition. Robert Mance holds a doctorate in choral conducting from the University... Read More →
avatar for Jordan Travis

Jordan Travis

Faculty
Jordan is the founder and artistic director of Voices Music Collective and a driving force in the Halton/Hamilton music scene. With an unwavering passion for vocal music and education, Jordan has inspired countless singers and ensembles both locally and internationally. His expertise... Read More →
avatar for Andrew Rembecki

Andrew Rembecki

Faculty
Andrew Rembecki is a passionate music educator, vocal coach, choral conductor and coach with extensive experience in choral pedagogy and performance. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, he has lived in Munich for six years. He currently directs Herrenbesuch, a renowned men's barbershop... Read More →
avatar for Alexander Koller

Alexander Koller

Faculty
Alexander is a BinG! Certified Coach and has been a Musicality Judge in the American Barbershop Harmony Society since 2023. He has been an avid barbershopper for fifteen years, when he sang in the Big Apple Chorus during a one-year stay in New York. Since then he has sung in several... Read More →
avatar for Stefanie Schmidt

Stefanie Schmidt

Faculty
Stefanie has been active in barbershop for 15 years as a quartet singer and conductor. She is co-organizer and graduate of the BinG! Coaching Certification Program, in which barbershop coaches are trained for the BinG! ensembles and is herself a sought-after coach for German and international... Read More →
avatar for Dan Wessler

Dan Wessler

Faculty
Dan Wessler holds a Doctorate in Choral Conducting from the University of Colorado Boulder ('23) and a Master's Degree in Choral Conducting from Western Illinois University ('12). He is an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University Irvine and North Orange County Community College... Read More →
avatar for Clay Monson

Clay Monson

Faculty
Clay Monson ist ein leidenschaftlicher und erfolgreicher Musiker, der sich der Barbershop-Harmonie verschrieben hat. Seit 10 Jahren ist er stolzes Mitglied der Barbershop Harmony Society und hat durch seine Jury- und Coaching-Tätigkeiten bedeutende Beiträge zur Barbershop-Welt geleistet... Read More →
avatar for Lucas Bitzer

Lucas Bitzer

Faculty / Team
Barbershop and choral music have fascinated Lucas since his early childhood, and he has been in competitions multiple times (European male quartet champion 2013).His work as a coach and lecturer is inspired by his training as a teacher for the Alexander Technique, a bodywork method... Read More →
avatar for Norbert Hammes

Norbert Hammes

Faculty / Team
Norbert ist Gründungsmitglied von BinG! wo er sich mehrere Jahre als 2. Vorstand für die Entwicklung von BinG! einsetzte und einer der Initiatoren des jährlichen Harmony Colleges war. 1987 war er schon Gründungsmitglied des Ersten Kölner Barbershop Chores und mit seinem Quartett... Read More →
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Sunday August 3, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am CEST
Faculty Kitchen
  Faculty

12:30pm CEST

Faculty & Team Lunch
Sunday August 3, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CEST
Faculty Kitchen
Lunch and drinks are served for the faculty.
Faculty
avatar for Rob Mance

Rob Mance

Faculty
Robert Mance has been the artistic director of the BHS Medal Choir Central Standard since 2011. In 2016, Robert Mance was appointed Artistic Director of the SAI Vocal Standard International Choral Competition. Robert Mance holds a doctorate in choral conducting from the University... Read More →
avatar for Jordan Travis

Jordan Travis

Faculty
Jordan is the founder and artistic director of Voices Music Collective and a driving force in the Halton/Hamilton music scene. With an unwavering passion for vocal music and education, Jordan has inspired countless singers and ensembles both locally and internationally. His expertise... Read More →
avatar for Andrew Rembecki

Andrew Rembecki

Faculty
Andrew Rembecki is a passionate music educator, vocal coach, choral conductor and coach with extensive experience in choral pedagogy and performance. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, he has lived in Munich for six years. He currently directs Herrenbesuch, a renowned men's barbershop... Read More →
avatar for Alexander Koller

Alexander Koller

Faculty
Alexander is a BinG! Certified Coach and has been a Musicality Judge in the American Barbershop Harmony Society since 2023. He has been an avid barbershopper for fifteen years, when he sang in the Big Apple Chorus during a one-year stay in New York. Since then he has sung in several... Read More →
avatar for Stefanie Schmidt

Stefanie Schmidt

Faculty
Stefanie has been active in barbershop for 15 years as a quartet singer and conductor. She is co-organizer and graduate of the BinG! Coaching Certification Program, in which barbershop coaches are trained for the BinG! ensembles and is herself a sought-after coach for German and international... Read More →
avatar for Dan Wessler

Dan Wessler

Faculty
Dan Wessler holds a Doctorate in Choral Conducting from the University of Colorado Boulder ('23) and a Master's Degree in Choral Conducting from Western Illinois University ('12). He is an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University Irvine and North Orange County Community College... Read More →
avatar for Clay Monson

Clay Monson

Faculty
Clay Monson ist ein leidenschaftlicher und erfolgreicher Musiker, der sich der Barbershop-Harmonie verschrieben hat. Seit 10 Jahren ist er stolzes Mitglied der Barbershop Harmony Society und hat durch seine Jury- und Coaching-Tätigkeiten bedeutende Beiträge zur Barbershop-Welt geleistet... Read More →
avatar for Lucas Bitzer

Lucas Bitzer

Faculty / Team
Barbershop and choral music have fascinated Lucas since his early childhood, and he has been in competitions multiple times (European male quartet champion 2013).His work as a coach and lecturer is inspired by his training as a teacher for the Alexander Technique, a bodywork method... Read More →
avatar for Norbert Hammes

Norbert Hammes

Faculty / Team
Norbert ist Gründungsmitglied von BinG! wo er sich mehrere Jahre als 2. Vorstand für die Entwicklung von BinG! einsetzte und einer der Initiatoren des jährlichen Harmony Colleges war. 1987 war er schon Gründungsmitglied des Ersten Kölner Barbershop Chores und mit seinem Quartett... Read More →
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Sunday August 3, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CEST
Faculty Kitchen
  Faculty

2:00pm CEST

Check-In
Sunday August 3, 2025 2:00pm - 4:45pm CEST
Entrance Area
Check-in will be open during this time. Please arrive with enough time to check in, drop off your luggage, and be ready for the first session at 5 PM. Refer to the attached pictures for the check-in location—note that it’s not at the monastery’s main tourist entrance.
Sunday August 3, 2025 2:00pm - 4:45pm CEST
Entrance Area
  General

3:00pm CEST

Faculty Briefing
Sunday August 3, 2025 3:00pm - 4:20pm CEST
Faculty Kitchen
Faculty will be briefed on the most important parts of the week. Q&A.
Faculty
avatar for Rob Mance

Rob Mance

Faculty
Robert Mance has been the artistic director of the BHS Medal Choir Central Standard since 2011. In 2016, Robert Mance was appointed Artistic Director of the SAI Vocal Standard International Choral Competition. Robert Mance holds a doctorate in choral conducting from the University... Read More →
avatar for Jordan Travis

Jordan Travis

Faculty
Jordan is the founder and artistic director of Voices Music Collective and a driving force in the Halton/Hamilton music scene. With an unwavering passion for vocal music and education, Jordan has inspired countless singers and ensembles both locally and internationally. His expertise... Read More →
avatar for Andrew Rembecki

Andrew Rembecki

Faculty
Andrew Rembecki is a passionate music educator, vocal coach, choral conductor and coach with extensive experience in choral pedagogy and performance. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, he has lived in Munich for six years. He currently directs Herrenbesuch, a renowned men's barbershop... Read More →
avatar for Alexander Koller

Alexander Koller

Faculty
Alexander is a BinG! Certified Coach and has been a Musicality Judge in the American Barbershop Harmony Society since 2023. He has been an avid barbershopper for fifteen years, when he sang in the Big Apple Chorus during a one-year stay in New York. Since then he has sung in several... Read More →
avatar for Stefanie Schmidt

Stefanie Schmidt

Faculty
Stefanie has been active in barbershop for 15 years as a quartet singer and conductor. She is co-organizer and graduate of the BinG! Coaching Certification Program, in which barbershop coaches are trained for the BinG! ensembles and is herself a sought-after coach for German and international... Read More →
avatar for Dan Wessler

Dan Wessler

Faculty
Dan Wessler holds a Doctorate in Choral Conducting from the University of Colorado Boulder ('23) and a Master's Degree in Choral Conducting from Western Illinois University ('12). He is an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University Irvine and North Orange County Community College... Read More →
avatar for Clay Monson

Clay Monson

Faculty
Clay Monson ist ein leidenschaftlicher und erfolgreicher Musiker, der sich der Barbershop-Harmonie verschrieben hat. Seit 10 Jahren ist er stolzes Mitglied der Barbershop Harmony Society und hat durch seine Jury- und Coaching-Tätigkeiten bedeutende Beiträge zur Barbershop-Welt geleistet... Read More →
avatar for Lucas Bitzer

Lucas Bitzer

Faculty / Team
Barbershop and choral music have fascinated Lucas since his early childhood, and he has been in competitions multiple times (European male quartet champion 2013).His work as a coach and lecturer is inspired by his training as a teacher for the Alexander Technique, a bodywork method... Read More →
avatar for Norbert Hammes

Norbert Hammes

Faculty / Team
Norbert ist Gründungsmitglied von BinG! wo er sich mehrere Jahre als 2. Vorstand für die Entwicklung von BinG! einsetzte und einer der Initiatoren des jährlichen Harmony Colleges war. 1987 war er schon Gründungsmitglied des Ersten Kölner Barbershop Chores und mit seinem Quartett... Read More →
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Sunday August 3, 2025 3:00pm - 4:20pm CEST
Faculty Kitchen
  Faculty

5:00pm CEST

Kick-off General Session
Sunday August 3, 2025 5:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Music Hall
We kick off this wonderful week by introducing our quartets (who might even sing a song for us!), meeting our amazing faculty, and getting briefed on the most important information for the week ahead!
Faculty
avatar for Rob Mance

Rob Mance

Faculty
Robert Mance has been the artistic director of the BHS Medal Choir Central Standard since 2011. In 2016, Robert Mance was appointed Artistic Director of the SAI Vocal Standard International Choral Competition. Robert Mance holds a doctorate in choral conducting from the University... Read More →
avatar for Jordan Travis

Jordan Travis

Faculty
Jordan is the founder and artistic director of Voices Music Collective and a driving force in the Halton/Hamilton music scene. With an unwavering passion for vocal music and education, Jordan has inspired countless singers and ensembles both locally and internationally. His expertise... Read More →
avatar for Andrew Rembecki

Andrew Rembecki

Faculty
Andrew Rembecki is a passionate music educator, vocal coach, choral conductor and coach with extensive experience in choral pedagogy and performance. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, he has lived in Munich for six years. He currently directs Herrenbesuch, a renowned men's barbershop... Read More →
avatar for Alexander Koller

Alexander Koller

Faculty
Alexander is a BinG! Certified Coach and has been a Musicality Judge in the American Barbershop Harmony Society since 2023. He has been an avid barbershopper for fifteen years, when he sang in the Big Apple Chorus during a one-year stay in New York. Since then he has sung in several... Read More →
avatar for Stefanie Schmidt

Stefanie Schmidt

Faculty
Stefanie has been active in barbershop for 15 years as a quartet singer and conductor. She is co-organizer and graduate of the BinG! Coaching Certification Program, in which barbershop coaches are trained for the BinG! ensembles and is herself a sought-after coach for German and international... Read More →
avatar for Dan Wessler

Dan Wessler

Faculty
Dan Wessler holds a Doctorate in Choral Conducting from the University of Colorado Boulder ('23) and a Master's Degree in Choral Conducting from Western Illinois University ('12). He is an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University Irvine and North Orange County Community College... Read More →
avatar for Clay Monson

Clay Monson

Faculty
Clay Monson ist ein leidenschaftlicher und erfolgreicher Musiker, der sich der Barbershop-Harmonie verschrieben hat. Seit 10 Jahren ist er stolzes Mitglied der Barbershop Harmony Society und hat durch seine Jury- und Coaching-Tätigkeiten bedeutende Beiträge zur Barbershop-Welt geleistet... Read More →
avatar for Lucas Bitzer

Lucas Bitzer

Faculty / Team
Barbershop and choral music have fascinated Lucas since his early childhood, and he has been in competitions multiple times (European male quartet champion 2013).His work as a coach and lecturer is inspired by his training as a teacher for the Alexander Technique, a bodywork method... Read More →
avatar for Norbert Hammes

Norbert Hammes

Faculty / Team
Norbert ist Gründungsmitglied von BinG! wo er sich mehrere Jahre als 2. Vorstand für die Entwicklung von BinG! einsetzte und einer der Initiatoren des jährlichen Harmony Colleges war. 1987 war er schon Gründungsmitglied des Ersten Kölner Barbershop Chores und mit seinem Quartett... Read More →
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Sunday August 3, 2025 5:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Music Hall
  General

6:00pm CEST

Dinner
Sunday August 3, 2025 6:00pm - 6:50pm CEST
Dining Hall
Dinner
Sunday August 3, 2025 6:00pm - 6:50pm CEST
Dining Hall
  General

7:30pm CEST

Coaching Seminar Introduction
Sunday August 3, 2025 7:30pm - 8:20pm CEST
Room O7
We come together with the entire Coaching Seminar to kick off a wonderful week! We’ll discuss the schedule and explore the exciting learning opportunities ahead.
Faculty
avatar for Alexander Koller

Alexander Koller

Faculty
Alexander is a BinG! Certified Coach and has been a Musicality Judge in the American Barbershop Harmony Society since 2023. He has been an avid barbershopper for fifteen years, when he sang in the Big Apple Chorus during a one-year stay in New York. Since then he has sung in several... Read More →
avatar for Clay Monson

Clay Monson

Faculty
Clay Monson ist ein leidenschaftlicher und erfolgreicher Musiker, der sich der Barbershop-Harmonie verschrieben hat. Seit 10 Jahren ist er stolzes Mitglied der Barbershop Harmony Society und hat durch seine Jury- und Coaching-Tätigkeiten bedeutende Beiträge zur Barbershop-Welt geleistet... Read More →
Sunday August 3, 2025 7:30pm - 8:20pm CEST
Room O7
  Core Class

7:30pm CEST

Conductors Seminar Introduction
Sunday August 3, 2025 7:30pm - 8:20pm CEST
Music Hall
We come together with the entire Conductors Seminar to kick off a wonderful week! We’ll discuss the schedule and explore the exciting learning opportunities ahead.
Faculty
avatar for Rob Mance

Rob Mance

Faculty
Robert Mance has been the artistic director of the BHS Medal Choir Central Standard since 2011. In 2016, Robert Mance was appointed Artistic Director of the SAI Vocal Standard International Choral Competition. Robert Mance holds a doctorate in choral conducting from the University... Read More →
avatar for Jordan Travis

Jordan Travis

Faculty
Jordan is the founder and artistic director of Voices Music Collective and a driving force in the Halton/Hamilton music scene. With an unwavering passion for vocal music and education, Jordan has inspired countless singers and ensembles both locally and internationally. His expertise... Read More →
avatar for Dan Wessler

Dan Wessler

Faculty
Dan Wessler holds a Doctorate in Choral Conducting from the University of Colorado Boulder ('23) and a Master's Degree in Choral Conducting from Western Illinois University ('12). He is an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University Irvine and North Orange County Community College... Read More →
avatar for Norbert Hammes

Norbert Hammes

Faculty / Team
Norbert ist Gründungsmitglied von BinG! wo er sich mehrere Jahre als 2. Vorstand für die Entwicklung von BinG! einsetzte und einer der Initiatoren des jährlichen Harmony Colleges war. 1987 war er schon Gründungsmitglied des Ersten Kölner Barbershop Chores und mit seinem Quartett... Read More →
Sunday August 3, 2025 7:30pm - 8:20pm CEST
Music Hall
  Core Class

7:30pm CEST

Quartet Seminar Introduction
Sunday August 3, 2025 7:30pm - 8:20pm CEST
Room N3
We come together with the entire Quartet Seminar to kick off a wonderful week! We’ll discuss the schedule and explore the exciting learning opportunities ahead.
Faculty
avatar for Stefanie Schmidt

Stefanie Schmidt

Faculty
Stefanie has been active in barbershop for 15 years as a quartet singer and conductor. She is co-organizer and graduate of the BinG! Coaching Certification Program, in which barbershop coaches are trained for the BinG! ensembles and is herself a sought-after coach for German and international... Read More →
avatar for Lucas Bitzer

Lucas Bitzer

Faculty / Team
Barbershop and choral music have fascinated Lucas since his early childhood, and he has been in competitions multiple times (European male quartet champion 2013).His work as a coach and lecturer is inspired by his training as a teacher for the Alexander Technique, a bodywork method... Read More →
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Sunday August 3, 2025 7:30pm - 8:20pm CEST
Room N3
  Core Class

7:30pm CEST

Vocal Pedagogy Introduction
Sunday August 3, 2025 7:30pm - 8:20pm CEST
Room O6
We come together with the entire Vocal Pedagogy Seminar to kick off a wonderful week! We’ll discuss the schedule and explore the exciting learning opportunities ahead.
Faculty
avatar for Andrew Rembecki

Andrew Rembecki

Faculty
Andrew Rembecki is a passionate music educator, vocal coach, choral conductor and coach with extensive experience in choral pedagogy and performance. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, he has lived in Munich for six years. He currently directs Herrenbesuch, a renowned men's barbershop... Read More →
Sunday August 3, 2025 7:30pm - 8:20pm CEST
Room O6
  Core Class

8:30pm CEST

Afterglow in the old monastery, Bar is open
Sunday August 3, 2025 8:30pm - 11:59pm CEST
Bar Area
Get a cool drink at our Bar, hang out and sing Tags in the old monastery. Drinks are not allowed inside the monastery or upstairs - keep them in the entrance and bar area.
Sunday August 3, 2025 8:30pm - 11:59pm CEST
Bar Area
  General
 
Monday, August 4
 

8:00am CEST

MO-FR: Breakfast
Monday August 4, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am CEST
Dining Hall
Breakfast (runs MO-FR)
Monday August 4, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am CEST
Dining Hall
  General

9:00am CEST

MO-FR: General Session
Monday August 4, 2025 9:00am - 9:20am CEST
Music Hall
Start your day with key information, a great warm-up, and the Tag of the Day!
Faculty
avatar for Lucas Bitzer

Lucas Bitzer

Faculty / Team
Barbershop and choral music have fascinated Lucas since his early childhood, and he has been in competitions multiple times (European male quartet champion 2013).His work as a coach and lecturer is inspired by his training as a teacher for the Alexander Technique, a bodywork method... Read More →
avatar for Norbert Hammes

Norbert Hammes

Faculty / Team
Norbert ist Gründungsmitglied von BinG! wo er sich mehrere Jahre als 2. Vorstand für die Entwicklung von BinG! einsetzte und einer der Initiatoren des jährlichen Harmony Colleges war. 1987 war er schon Gründungsmitglied des Ersten Kölner Barbershop Chores und mit seinem Quartett... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 9:00am - 9:20am CEST
Music Hall
  General

9:30am CEST

MO-FR: Vocal Pedagogy individual group practice
Monday August 4, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CEST
Room N4
This class is for all participants of the Vocal Pedagogy Seminar who want to practice. You’ll apply what you’ve learned in the core seminar, and take turns singing and giving feedback. No faculty will be present—please be respectful, set a timer, and ensure everyone gets equal practice time.
Faculty
NF
Monday August 4, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CEST
Room N4
  Additional Class

9:30am CEST

MO-FR: Vocal Pedagogy individual group practice
Monday August 4, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CEST
Room N2
This class is for all participants of the Vocal Pedagogy Seminar who want to practice. You’ll apply what you’ve learned in the core seminar, and take turns singing and giving feedback. No faculty will be present—please be respectful, set a timer, and ensure everyone gets equal practice time.
Faculty
NF
Monday August 4, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CEST
Room N2
  Additional Class

9:30am CEST

MO-FR: Coaching Seminar Q&A Class
Monday August 4, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CEST
Room N1
Coaching Seminar Core Class: Participants will get together to reflect and discuss their progress. Q&A Session!
Faculty
avatar for Alexander Koller

Alexander Koller

Faculty
Alexander is a BinG! Certified Coach and has been a Musicality Judge in the American Barbershop Harmony Society since 2023. He has been an avid barbershopper for fifteen years, when he sang in the Big Apple Chorus during a one-year stay in New York. Since then he has sung in several... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CEST
Room N1
  Core Class

9:30am CEST

MO-FR: Quartet Improvement 101
Monday August 4, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CEST
Room N3
How does a quartet actually improve? We’ll look at some strategies for planning rehearsals, coaching, and internal coaching. BETTER DESCRIPTION NEEDED. (This one needs some more thought, a better description. Basically I want to show good rehearsal strategies, since most quartets don't really know how to improve without a coach. And I think it would be cool to have a beispiel quartet each day that we can have them warm up, rehearse songs, etc. )
Faculty
avatar for Andrew Rembecki

Andrew Rembecki

Faculty
Andrew Rembecki is a passionate music educator, vocal coach, choral conductor and coach with extensive experience in choral pedagogy and performance. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, he has lived in Munich for six years. He currently directs Herrenbesuch, a renowned men's barbershop... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CEST
Room N3
  Core Class

9:30am CEST

MO-FR: Advanced Conducting
Monday August 4, 2025 9:30am - 11:20am CEST
Music Hall
Conducting Seminar Core Class, Advanced: Participants will be coached on the efficiency and effectiveness of their conducting feature, while also learning new approaches in conducting.
Faculty
avatar for Rob Mance

Rob Mance

Faculty
Robert Mance has been the artistic director of the BHS Medal Choir Central Standard since 2011. In 2016, Robert Mance was appointed Artistic Director of the SAI Vocal Standard International Choral Competition. Robert Mance holds a doctorate in choral conducting from the University... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 9:30am - 11:20am CEST
Music Hall
  Core Class

9:30am CEST

MO-FR: Beginners Conducting
Monday August 4, 2025 9:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room O7
Conducting Seminar Core Class, Advanced: Participants will be coached on the efficiency and effectiveness of their conducting feature, while also learning new approaches in conducting.
Faculty
avatar for Dan Wessler

Dan Wessler

Faculty
Dan Wessler holds a Doctorate in Choral Conducting from the University of Colorado Boulder ('23) and a Master's Degree in Choral Conducting from Western Illinois University ('12). He is an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University Irvine and North Orange County Community College... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 9:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room O7
  Core Class

9:30am CEST

MO-FR: Intermediate Conducting
Monday August 4, 2025 9:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room O6
Conducting Seminar Core Class, Advanced: Participants will be coached on the efficiency and effectiveness of their conducting feature, while also learning new approaches in conducting.
Faculty
avatar for Jordan Travis

Jordan Travis

Faculty
Jordan is the founder and artistic director of Voices Music Collective and a driving force in the Halton/Hamilton music scene. With an unwavering passion for vocal music and education, Jordan has inspired countless singers and ensembles both locally and internationally. His expertise... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 9:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room O6
  Core Class

10:30am CEST

MO-FR: Vocal Pedagogy Singing Coaching Observers
Monday August 4, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
TBD
Vocal Pedagogy Seminar participants are invited to observe our voice coaches in action as they work their magic with a quartet.
Faculty
avatar for Andrew Rembecki

Andrew Rembecki

Faculty
Andrew Rembecki is a passionate music educator, vocal coach, choral conductor and coach with extensive experience in choral pedagogy and performance. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, he has lived in Munich for six years. He currently directs Herrenbesuch, a renowned men's barbershop... Read More →
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
TBD
  Additional Class

10:30am CEST

MO-FR: Coaching - to be decided -
Monday August 4, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room N4
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Stefanie Schmidt

Stefanie Schmidt

Faculty
Stefanie has been active in barbershop for 15 years as a quartet singer and conductor. She is co-organizer and graduate of the BinG! Coaching Certification Program, in which barbershop coaches are trained for the BinG! ensembles and is herself a sought-after coach for German and international... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room N4
  Quartet Coaching

10:30am CEST

MO-FR: Coaching 3.1 NOT ON MONDAY
Monday August 4, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room N2
Quartet Coaching CANCELLED ON MONDAY, only Tuesday to Friday
Faculty
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room N2
  Quartet Coaching

10:30am CEST

MO-FR: Coaching Mixed Bag
Monday August 4, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room N5
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Alexander Koller

Alexander Koller

Faculty
Alexander is a BinG! Certified Coach and has been a Musicality Judge in the American Barbershop Harmony Society since 2023. He has been an avid barbershopper for fifteen years, when he sang in the Big Apple Chorus during a one-year stay in New York. Since then he has sung in several... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room N5
  Quartet Coaching

10:30am CEST

MO-FR: Coaching O-Ton
Monday August 4, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room N1
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Clay Monson

Clay Monson

Faculty
Clay Monson ist ein leidenschaftlicher und erfolgreicher Musiker, der sich der Barbershop-Harmonie verschrieben hat. Seit 10 Jahren ist er stolzes Mitglied der Barbershop Harmony Society und hat durch seine Jury- und Coaching-Tätigkeiten bedeutende Beiträge zur Barbershop-Welt geleistet... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room N1
  Quartet Coaching

10:30am CEST

MO-FR: Coaching Sound of July
Monday August 4, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room N3
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Andrew Rembecki

Andrew Rembecki

Faculty
Andrew Rembecki is a passionate music educator, vocal coach, choral conductor and coach with extensive experience in choral pedagogy and performance. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, he has lived in Munich for six years. He currently directs Herrenbesuch, a renowned men's barbershop... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room N3
  Quartet Coaching

11:30am CEST

MO-FR: Conductors individual group practice
Monday August 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room N3
This class is for all participants of the Conductors Seminar who want to practice. You’ll apply what you’ve learned in the core seminar, and take turns conducting. No faculty will be present—please be respectful, set a timer, and ensure everyone gets equal practice time.
Faculty
NF
Monday August 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room N3
  Additional Class

11:30am CEST

MO-FR: Group Voice Pedagogy
Monday August 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Music Hall
Focus: Teaching effective vocal techniques to choirs or ensembles. Key Topics: Maintaining and teaching healthy technique in group settings.
Faculty
avatar for Jordan Travis

Jordan Travis

Faculty
Jordan is the founder and artistic director of Voices Music Collective and a driving force in the Halton/Hamilton music scene. With an unwavering passion for vocal music and education, Jordan has inspired countless singers and ensembles both locally and internationally. His expertise... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Music Hall
  Additional Class

11:30am CEST

MO-FR: Coaching Andrew's Sisters
Monday August 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room N2
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Stefanie Schmidt

Stefanie Schmidt

Faculty
Stefanie has been active in barbershop for 15 years as a quartet singer and conductor. She is co-organizer and graduate of the BinG! Coaching Certification Program, in which barbershop coaches are trained for the BinG! ensembles and is herself a sought-after coach for German and international... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room N2
  Quartet Coaching

11:30am CEST

MO-FR: Coaching Dreamscape
Monday August 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room N4
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room N4
  Quartet Coaching

11:30am CEST

MO-FR: Coaching Mixed Bag
Monday August 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room N5
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Clay Monson

Clay Monson

Faculty
Clay Monson ist ein leidenschaftlicher und erfolgreicher Musiker, der sich der Barbershop-Harmonie verschrieben hat. Seit 10 Jahren ist er stolzes Mitglied der Barbershop Harmony Society und hat durch seine Jury- und Coaching-Tätigkeiten bedeutende Beiträge zur Barbershop-Welt geleistet... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room N5
  Quartet Coaching

11:30am CEST

MO-FR: Coaching Newphoria
Monday August 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room O6
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Dan Wessler

Dan Wessler

Faculty
Dan Wessler holds a Doctorate in Choral Conducting from the University of Colorado Boulder ('23) and a Master's Degree in Choral Conducting from Western Illinois University ('12). He is an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University Irvine and North Orange County Community College... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room O6
  Quartet Coaching

11:30am CEST

MO-FR: Coaching O-Ton
Monday August 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room N1
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Andrew Rembecki

Andrew Rembecki

Faculty
Andrew Rembecki is a passionate music educator, vocal coach, choral conductor and coach with extensive experience in choral pedagogy and performance. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, he has lived in Munich for six years. He currently directs Herrenbesuch, a renowned men's barbershop... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room N1
  Quartet Coaching

11:30am CEST

MO-FR: Coaching Sound of July
Monday August 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room N3
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Alexander Koller

Alexander Koller

Faculty
Alexander is a BinG! Certified Coach and has been a Musicality Judge in the American Barbershop Harmony Society since 2023. He has been an avid barbershopper for fifteen years, when he sang in the Big Apple Chorus during a one-year stay in New York. Since then he has sung in several... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room N3
  Quartet Coaching

12:30pm CEST

MO-FR: Lunch
Monday August 4, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CEST
Dining Hall
Lunch (runs MO-FR, including a short break)
Monday August 4, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CEST
Dining Hall
  General

2:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Barber-Myth Busting
Monday August 4, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CEST
Music Hall
Popular vocal myths will be debunked in this class, with the goal of bringing greater clarity in the functioning of the voice.
Faculty
avatar for Rob Mance

Rob Mance

Faculty
Robert Mance has been the artistic director of the BHS Medal Choir Central Standard since 2011. In 2016, Robert Mance was appointed Artistic Director of the SAI Vocal Standard International Choral Competition. Robert Mance holds a doctorate in choral conducting from the University... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CEST
Music Hall
  Additional Class

2:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Conductors individual group practice
Monday August 4, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CEST
Room N3
This class is for all participants of the Conductors Seminar who want to practice. You’ll apply what you’ve learned in the core seminar, and take turns conducting. No faculty will be present—please be respectful, set a timer, and ensure everyone gets equal practice time.
Faculty
NF
Monday August 4, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CEST
Room N3
  Additional Class

2:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Leadership: Building Trust and Teamwork
Monday August 4, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CEST
Room N4
This class is for leaders of all types: directors, assistant directors, section leaders, coaches, administrative leaders. Identifying and developing effective leadership skills to ignite and inspire your singers.
Faculty
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CEST
Room N4
  Additional Class

2:00pm CEST

MO-FR: The Secret of the Scoring Categories
Monday August 4, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CEST
Room N1
In this workshop, we will watch a series of Barbershop videos together, assign scores anonymously, and discuss the results. For this, you’ll need the official scoresheets that judges use to take notes. There are three versions: Musicality, Performance, and Singing – one for each scoring category. We’ll provide these in good time before the session.
Faculty
avatar for Alexander Koller

Alexander Koller

Faculty
Alexander is a BinG! Certified Coach and has been a Musicality Judge in the American Barbershop Harmony Society since 2023. He has been an avid barbershopper for fifteen years, when he sang in the Big Apple Chorus during a one-year stay in New York. Since then he has sung in several... Read More →
avatar for Stefanie Schmidt

Stefanie Schmidt

Faculty
Stefanie has been active in barbershop for 15 years as a quartet singer and conductor. She is co-organizer and graduate of the BinG! Coaching Certification Program, in which barbershop coaches are trained for the BinG! ensembles and is herself a sought-after coach for German and international... Read More →
avatar for Norbert Hammes

Norbert Hammes

Faculty / Team
Norbert ist Gründungsmitglied von BinG! wo er sich mehrere Jahre als 2. Vorstand für die Entwicklung von BinG! einsetzte und einer der Initiatoren des jährlichen Harmony Colleges war. 1987 war er schon Gründungsmitglied des Ersten Kölner Barbershop Chores und mit seinem Quartett... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CEST
Room N1
  Additional Class

2:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Highly Effective Coaching
Monday August 4, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CEST
Room N3
Learn effective planning and communication strategies from someone who makes their living coaching Educators. We'll cover how to build rapport, identify coachable moments, collaborative coaching principles, and how to keep ensembles coming back for more.
Faculty
avatar for Clay Monson

Clay Monson

Faculty
Clay Monson ist ein leidenschaftlicher und erfolgreicher Musiker, der sich der Barbershop-Harmonie verschrieben hat. Seit 10 Jahren ist er stolzes Mitglied der Barbershop Harmony Society und hat durch seine Jury- und Coaching-Tätigkeiten bedeutende Beiträge zur Barbershop-Welt geleistet... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CEST
Room N3
  Core Class

2:00pm CEST

Coffee and Cookies
Monday August 4, 2025 2:00pm - 4:50pm CEST
Dining Hall
There will be no scheduled coffee break, but coffee and cookies will be available in the dining hall for you to enjoy in this time. Please note: the coffee mugs must stay in the dining hall. If you’d like to take coffee with you, please bring your own sealable travel mug or thermos.
Monday August 4, 2025 2:00pm - 4:50pm CEST
Dining Hall
  General

3:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Listening Skills for Coaches
Monday August 4, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Room N3
Focus: Developing the ability to identify vocal and musical issues. Key topics: Analyzing tuning, balance, blend, and individual vocal production.
Faculty
avatar for Jordan Travis

Jordan Travis

Faculty
Jordan is the founder and artistic director of Voices Music Collective and a driving force in the Halton/Hamilton music scene. With an unwavering passion for vocal music and education, Jordan has inspired countless singers and ensembles both locally and internationally. His expertise... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Room N3
  Additional Class

3:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Nonverbal Communication for Rehearsal Efficiency
Monday August 4, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Room O6
Learn techniques to address a variety of issues with your chorus and/or section to improve rehearsal effectiveness and efficiency.
Faculty
avatar for Rob Mance

Rob Mance

Faculty
Robert Mance has been the artistic director of the BHS Medal Choir Central Standard since 2011. In 2016, Robert Mance was appointed Artistic Director of the SAI Vocal Standard International Choral Competition. Robert Mance holds a doctorate in choral conducting from the University... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Room O6
  Additional Class

3:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Coaching Andrew's Sisters
Monday August 4, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Room N2
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Dan Wessler

Dan Wessler

Faculty
Dan Wessler holds a Doctorate in Choral Conducting from the University of Colorado Boulder ('23) and a Master's Degree in Choral Conducting from Western Illinois University ('12). He is an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University Irvine and North Orange County Community College... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Room N2
  Quartet Coaching

3:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Coaching Dreamscape
Monday August 4, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Room N4
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Stefanie Schmidt

Stefanie Schmidt

Faculty
Stefanie has been active in barbershop for 15 years as a quartet singer and conductor. She is co-organizer and graduate of the BinG! Coaching Certification Program, in which barbershop coaches are trained for the BinG! ensembles and is herself a sought-after coach for German and international... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Room N4
  Quartet Coaching

3:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Coaching Newphoria
Monday August 4, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Room N1
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Room N1
  Quartet Coaching

3:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Vocal Pedagogy
Monday August 4, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm CEST
Music Hall
Vocal Pedagogy Core Class: Have you ever wanted to learn the basics about how the voice functions, and how you can use this knowledge to your advantage? This is the class for you! We will be covering the basics of how singing works, the anatomy of the vocal instrument, and why it's important to know these things. This class will also include an interactive portion where participants will sing and identify vocal inefficiencies.
Faculty
avatar for Andrew Rembecki

Andrew Rembecki

Faculty
Andrew Rembecki is a passionate music educator, vocal coach, choral conductor and coach with extensive experience in choral pedagogy and performance. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, he has lived in Munich for six years. He currently directs Herrenbesuch, a renowned men's barbershop... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm CEST
Music Hall
  Core Class

4:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Conductors individual group practice
Monday August 4, 2025 4:00pm - 4:50pm CEST
Room N3
This class is for all participants of the Conductors Seminar who want to practice. You’ll apply what you’ve learned in the core seminar, and take turns conducting. No faculty will be present—please be respectful, set a timer, and ensure everyone gets equal practice time.
Faculty
NF
Monday August 4, 2025 4:00pm - 4:50pm CEST
Room N3
  Additional Class

4:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Learn from Great Performances
Monday August 4, 2025 4:00pm - 4:50pm CEST
Room N3
Together, we will take a look at, analyze, and discuss some of the best Barbershop Performances. We'll consider what makes these performances some of the most memorable and impactful. You'll learn about the hallmarks of different performance styles (Comedy, Ballads, Uptune, Theatrical, Traditional, and Contemporary Barbershop). Participants are also encouraged to share some of their favorites for discussion and deeper learning.
Faculty
avatar for Clay Monson

Clay Monson

Faculty
Clay Monson ist ein leidenschaftlicher und erfolgreicher Musiker, der sich der Barbershop-Harmonie verschrieben hat. Seit 10 Jahren ist er stolzes Mitglied der Barbershop Harmony Society und hat durch seine Jury- und Coaching-Tätigkeiten bedeutende Beiträge zur Barbershop-Welt geleistet... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 4:00pm - 4:50pm CEST
Room N3
  Additional Class

4:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Coaching - to be decided -
Monday August 4, 2025 4:00pm - 4:50pm CEST
Room N5
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 4:00pm - 4:50pm CEST
Room N5
  Quartet Coaching

4:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Coaching 3.1 NOT ON TUESDAY
Monday August 4, 2025 4:00pm - 4:50pm CEST
Room N1
Quartet Coaching CANCELLED ON TUESDAY, only on Monday, Wednsday to Friday
Faculty
avatar for Jordan Travis

Jordan Travis

Faculty
Jordan is the founder and artistic director of Voices Music Collective and a driving force in the Halton/Hamilton music scene. With an unwavering passion for vocal music and education, Jordan has inspired countless singers and ensembles both locally and internationally. His expertise... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 4:00pm - 4:50pm CEST
Room N1
  Quartet Coaching

5:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Analyzing Voices
Monday August 4, 2025 5:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Music Hall
This three-part course will be an interactive exploration of vocal examples. Students will learn to identify common vocal inefficiencies and explore tools in how to address these inefficiencies.
Faculty
avatar for Rob Mance

Rob Mance

Faculty
Robert Mance has been the artistic director of the BHS Medal Choir Central Standard since 2011. In 2016, Robert Mance was appointed Artistic Director of the SAI Vocal Standard International Choral Competition. Robert Mance holds a doctorate in choral conducting from the University... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 5:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Music Hall
  Additional Class

5:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Authentic Stage Communication
Monday August 4, 2025 5:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Room N3
Whether or not you have a "Performance Plan" you still need to be able to communicate it to an audience. This class will teach the basics of: how to develop a basic Performance Plan, Effective & Authentic Body Language, Staging, Movement, and more!
Faculty
avatar for Clay Monson

Clay Monson

Faculty
Clay Monson ist ein leidenschaftlicher und erfolgreicher Musiker, der sich der Barbershop-Harmonie verschrieben hat. Seit 10 Jahren ist er stolzes Mitglied der Barbershop Harmony Society und hat durch seine Jury- und Coaching-Tätigkeiten bedeutende Beiträge zur Barbershop-Welt geleistet... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 5:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Room N3
  Additional Class

5:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Me and my Arrangement
Monday August 4, 2025 5:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Room N5
How do I know whether the arrangement is good for me; how do you analyze an arrangement; let's go through arrangements the participants are currently working on and figure out what the arrangeer offered us.
Faculty
avatar for Alexander Koller

Alexander Koller

Faculty
Alexander is a BinG! Certified Coach and has been a Musicality Judge in the American Barbershop Harmony Society since 2023. He has been an avid barbershopper for fifteen years, when he sang in the Big Apple Chorus during a one-year stay in New York. Since then he has sung in several... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 5:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Room N5
  Additional Class

5:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Coaching Andrew's Sisters
Monday August 4, 2025 5:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Room N2
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 5:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Room N2
  Quartet Coaching

5:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Coaching Dreamscape
Monday August 4, 2025 5:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Room N4
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Dan Wessler

Dan Wessler

Faculty
Dan Wessler holds a Doctorate in Choral Conducting from the University of Colorado Boulder ('23) and a Master's Degree in Choral Conducting from Western Illinois University ('12). He is an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University Irvine and North Orange County Community College... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 5:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Room N4
  Quartet Coaching

5:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Coaching Newphoria
Monday August 4, 2025 5:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Room N1
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Stefanie Schmidt

Stefanie Schmidt

Faculty
Stefanie has been active in barbershop for 15 years as a quartet singer and conductor. She is co-organizer and graduate of the BinG! Coaching Certification Program, in which barbershop coaches are trained for the BinG! ensembles and is herself a sought-after coach for German and international... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 5:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Room N1
  Quartet Coaching

6:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Dinner
Monday August 4, 2025 6:00pm - 6:50pm CEST
Dining Hall
Dinner (runs MO-FR)
Monday August 4, 2025 6:00pm - 6:50pm CEST
Dining Hall
  General

7:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Ballad/Rubato Conducting
Monday August 4, 2025 7:00pm - 7:50pm CEST
Music Hall
for more advanced conductors with fundamentals already under control. We explore the specific skill of conducting non-metered music, barbershop ballads. Students will all get to conduct and receive comments.
Faculty
avatar for Dan Wessler

Dan Wessler

Faculty
Dan Wessler holds a Doctorate in Choral Conducting from the University of Colorado Boulder ('23) and a Master's Degree in Choral Conducting from Western Illinois University ('12). He is an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University Irvine and North Orange County Community College... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 7:00pm - 7:50pm CEST
Music Hall
  Additional Class

7:00pm CEST

MO-FR: PVI under Glas
Monday August 4, 2025 7:00pm - 7:50pm CEST
Room O6
Learn how to recognize common vocal inefficiencies and develop new tools to address these inefficiencies in this masterclass style demonstration while Rob works one-on-one with singers from your region.
Faculty
avatar for Rob Mance

Rob Mance

Faculty
Robert Mance has been the artistic director of the BHS Medal Choir Central Standard since 2011. In 2016, Robert Mance was appointed Artistic Director of the SAI Vocal Standard International Choral Competition. Robert Mance holds a doctorate in choral conducting from the University... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 7:00pm - 7:50pm CEST
Room O6
  Additional Class

7:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Coaching - to be decided -
Monday August 4, 2025 7:00pm - 7:50pm CEST
Room N4
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Jordan Travis

Jordan Travis

Faculty
Jordan is the founder and artistic director of Voices Music Collective and a driving force in the Halton/Hamilton music scene. With an unwavering passion for vocal music and education, Jordan has inspired countless singers and ensembles both locally and internationally. His expertise... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 7:00pm - 7:50pm CEST
Room N4
  Quartet Coaching

7:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Coaching 3.1 NOT ON WEDNESDAY
Monday August 4, 2025 7:00pm - 7:50pm CEST
Room N2
Quartet Coaching CANCELLED ON WEDNESDAY, only on Mo, Tu, Th, Fr
Faculty
avatar for Stefanie Schmidt

Stefanie Schmidt

Faculty
Stefanie has been active in barbershop for 15 years as a quartet singer and conductor. She is co-organizer and graduate of the BinG! Coaching Certification Program, in which barbershop coaches are trained for the BinG! ensembles and is herself a sought-after coach for German and international... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 7:00pm - 7:50pm CEST
Room N2
  Quartet Coaching

7:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Coaching Mixed Bag
Monday August 4, 2025 7:00pm - 7:50pm CEST
Room N5
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Andrew Rembecki

Andrew Rembecki

Faculty
Andrew Rembecki is a passionate music educator, vocal coach, choral conductor and coach with extensive experience in choral pedagogy and performance. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, he has lived in Munich for six years. He currently directs Herrenbesuch, a renowned men's barbershop... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 7:00pm - 7:50pm CEST
Room N5
  Quartet Coaching

7:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Coaching O-Ton
Monday August 4, 2025 7:00pm - 7:50pm CEST
Room N1
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Alexander Koller

Alexander Koller

Faculty
Alexander is a BinG! Certified Coach and has been a Musicality Judge in the American Barbershop Harmony Society since 2023. He has been an avid barbershopper for fifteen years, when he sang in the Big Apple Chorus during a one-year stay in New York. Since then he has sung in several... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 7:00pm - 7:50pm CEST
Room N1
  Quartet Coaching

7:00pm CEST

MO-FR: Coaching Sound of July
Monday August 4, 2025 7:00pm - 7:50pm CEST
Room N3
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Clay Monson

Clay Monson

Faculty
Clay Monson ist ein leidenschaftlicher und erfolgreicher Musiker, der sich der Barbershop-Harmonie verschrieben hat. Seit 10 Jahren ist er stolzes Mitglied der Barbershop Harmony Society und hat durch seine Jury- und Coaching-Tätigkeiten bedeutende Beiträge zur Barbershop-Welt geleistet... Read More →
Monday August 4, 2025 7:00pm - 7:50pm CEST
Room N3
  Quartet Coaching

8:30pm CEST

Quartet Contest
Monday August 4, 2025 8:30pm - 9:30pm CEST
Music Hall
All quartets have the chance to perform two songs in front of a judging panel and receive scores and feedback.
Don’t miss this opportunity to sing for a warm and supportive audience!
Monday August 4, 2025 8:30pm - 9:30pm CEST
Music Hall
  General

9:30pm CEST

Afterglow in the old monastery, Bar is open
Monday August 4, 2025 9:30pm - 11:59pm CEST
Bar Area
We will get the fireplace running, get ready to sing at the fireplace! Get a cool drink at our Bar, hang out and sing Tags in the old monastery Drinks are not allowed inside the monastery or upstairs - keep them in the entrance and bar area.
Monday August 4, 2025 9:30pm - 11:59pm CEST
Bar Area
  General
 
Tuesday, August 5
 

8:30pm CEST

Singing at the fireplace and Afterglow in the old monastery, Bar is open
Tuesday August 5, 2025 8:30pm - 11:59pm CEST
Bar Area
Get a cool drink at our Bar, hang out and sing Tags in the old monastery. Drinks are not allowed inside the monastery or upstairs - keep them in the entrance and bar area.
Tuesday August 5, 2025 8:30pm - 11:59pm CEST
Bar Area
  General
 
Wednesday, August 6
 

8:30pm CEST

Afterglow in the old monastery, Bar is open
Wednesday August 6, 2025 8:30pm - 11:59pm CEST
Bar Area
Get a cool drink at our Bar, hang out and sing Tags in the old monastery. Drinks are not allowed inside the monastery or upstairs - keep them in the entrance and bar area.
Wednesday August 6, 2025 8:30pm - 11:59pm CEST
Bar Area
  General
 
Thursday, August 7
 

8:30pm CEST

Icecream and Bar!
Thursday August 7, 2025 8:30pm - 11:59pm CEST
Bar Area
Enjoy a free icecream and get a cool drink at our Bar, hang out and sing Tags in the old monastery. Drinks are not allowed inside the monastery or upstairs - keep them in the entrance and bar area.
Thursday August 7, 2025 8:30pm - 11:59pm CEST
Bar Area
  General
 
Friday, August 8
 

8:30pm CEST

Tag Contest
Friday August 8, 2025 8:30pm - 9:30pm CEST
Music Hall
Enroll with your best EHA tag team to win fancy prices at the tag competition!
Friday August 8, 2025 8:30pm - 9:30pm CEST
Music Hall
  General

9:30pm CEST

Afterglow in the old monastery, Bar is open
Friday August 8, 2025 9:30pm - 11:59pm CEST
Bar Area
Get a cool drink at our Bar, hang out and sing Tags in the old monastery. Drinks are not allowed inside the monastery or upstairs - keep them in the entrance and bar area.
Friday August 8, 2025 9:30pm - 11:59pm CEST
Bar Area
  General
 
Saturday, August 9
 

8:00am CEST

Breakfast
Saturday August 9, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am CEST
Dining Hall
Breakfast on Saturday
Saturday August 9, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am CEST
Dining Hall
  General

9:00am CEST

General Session
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:20am CEST
Music Hall
Start your day with key information, a great warm-up, and the Tag of the Day!
Faculty
avatar for Lucas Bitzer

Lucas Bitzer

Faculty / Team
Barbershop and choral music have fascinated Lucas since his early childhood, and he has been in competitions multiple times (European male quartet champion 2013).His work as a coach and lecturer is inspired by his training as a teacher for the Alexander Technique, a bodywork method... Read More →
avatar for Norbert Hammes

Norbert Hammes

Faculty / Team
Norbert ist Gründungsmitglied von BinG! wo er sich mehrere Jahre als 2. Vorstand für die Entwicklung von BinG! einsetzte und einer der Initiatoren des jährlichen Harmony Colleges war. 1987 war er schon Gründungsmitglied des Ersten Kölner Barbershop Chores und mit seinem Quartett... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:20am CEST
Music Hall
  General

9:30am CEST

Care of the Aging Voice
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CEST
Room O6
We explore how the physical vocal mechanism changes as the body grows older, and how we as singers can be aware of that and maintain vocal health as we age.
Faculty
avatar for Dan Wessler

Dan Wessler

Faculty
Dan Wessler holds a Doctorate in Choral Conducting from the University of Colorado Boulder ('23) and a Master's Degree in Choral Conducting from Western Illinois University ('12). He is an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University Irvine and North Orange County Community College... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CEST
Room O6
  Additional Class

9:30am CEST

Creating Effective Warm-Ups and Exercises
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CEST
Music Hall
Focus: Designing warm-ups that target specific needs. Key Topics: Customizing exercises for range, flexibility, and ensemble cohesion.
Faculty
avatar for Jordan Travis

Jordan Travis

Faculty
Jordan is the founder and artistic director of Voices Music Collective and a driving force in the Halton/Hamilton music scene. With an unwavering passion for vocal music and education, Jordan has inspired countless singers and ensembles both locally and internationally. His expertise... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CEST
Music Hall
  Additional Class

9:30am CEST

Practice with Purpose
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CEST
Room O7
Of course we know personal practice is important, but is there a 'right' way or a 'wrong' way to practice? We'll share ideas and strategies for practicing that will help you feel better prepared and more confident for your next quartet or chorus rehearsal.
Faculty
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CEST
Room O7
  Additional Class

9:30am CEST

Coaching 3.1
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CEST
Room N1
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Stefanie Schmidt

Stefanie Schmidt

Faculty
Stefanie has been active in barbershop for 15 years as a quartet singer and conductor. She is co-organizer and graduate of the BinG! Coaching Certification Program, in which barbershop coaches are trained for the BinG! ensembles and is herself a sought-after coach for German and international... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CEST
Room N1
  Quartet Coaching

10:30am CEST

Accentuate The Positive
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room O6
Strategies for Effective Positivity in Choral Rehearsals (1 hour); For directors: an exploration of how an atmosphere of positivity in the leadership of a choral rehearsal can lead to better results.
Faculty
avatar for Dan Wessler

Dan Wessler

Faculty
Dan Wessler holds a Doctorate in Choral Conducting from the University of Colorado Boulder ('23) and a Master's Degree in Choral Conducting from Western Illinois University ('12). He is an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University Irvine and North Orange County Community College... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room O6
  Additional Class

10:30am CEST

Coaching under Glass
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room O7
Coaching ensembles under glass - A look inside a coaching session
Faculty
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room O7
  Additional Class

10:30am CEST

Coaching 3.1
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room N1
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Jordan Travis

Jordan Travis

Faculty
Jordan is the founder and artistic director of Voices Music Collective and a driving force in the Halton/Hamilton music scene. With an unwavering passion for vocal music and education, Jordan has inspired countless singers and ensembles both locally and internationally. His expertise... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CEST
Room N1
  Quartet Coaching

11:30am CEST

Assistant Director
Saturday August 9, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Music Hall
Are you an assistant director and don’t do much in your chorus rehearsals? Do you have an assistant director that you don’t use that much? This class will explore what assistant directors can and should do, and how we can help develop them into an integral part of the chorus structure.
Faculty
avatar for Andrew Rembecki

Andrew Rembecki

Faculty
Andrew Rembecki is a passionate music educator, vocal coach, choral conductor and coach with extensive experience in choral pedagogy and performance. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, he has lived in Munich for six years. He currently directs Herrenbesuch, a renowned men's barbershop... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Music Hall
  Additional Class

11:30am CEST

Categories Class
Saturday August 9, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room O6
Faculty
avatar for Alexander Koller

Alexander Koller

Faculty
Alexander is a BinG! Certified Coach and has been a Musicality Judge in the American Barbershop Harmony Society since 2023. He has been an avid barbershopper for fifteen years, when he sang in the Big Apple Chorus during a one-year stay in New York. Since then he has sung in several... Read More →
avatar for Stefanie Schmidt

Stefanie Schmidt

Faculty
Stefanie has been active in barbershop for 15 years as a quartet singer and conductor. She is co-organizer and graduate of the BinG! Coaching Certification Program, in which barbershop coaches are trained for the BinG! ensembles and is herself a sought-after coach for German and international... Read More →
avatar for Norbert Hammes

Norbert Hammes

Faculty / Team
Norbert ist Gründungsmitglied von BinG! wo er sich mehrere Jahre als 2. Vorstand für die Entwicklung von BinG! einsetzte und einer der Initiatoren des jährlichen Harmony Colleges war. 1987 war er schon Gründungsmitglied des Ersten Kölner Barbershop Chores und mit seinem Quartett... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room O6
  Additional Class

11:30am CEST

Musical Story Telling
Saturday August 9, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room O7
Learn the basics of how to develop impactful and authentic Performance plans. You'll also walk away with a simple framework for how to communicate these plans to other ensemble members.
Faculty
avatar for Clay Monson

Clay Monson

Faculty
Clay Monson ist ein leidenschaftlicher und erfolgreicher Musiker, der sich der Barbershop-Harmonie verschrieben hat. Seit 10 Jahren ist er stolzes Mitglied der Barbershop Harmony Society und hat durch seine Jury- und Coaching-Tätigkeiten bedeutende Beiträge zur Barbershop-Welt geleistet... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm CEST
Room O7
  Additional Class

12:30pm CEST

Lunch
Saturday August 9, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CEST
Dining Hall
Lunch (including a short break) on Saturday
Saturday August 9, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CEST
Dining Hall
  General

2:00pm CEST

Building a Community Through Singing
Saturday August 9, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CEST
Room O7
Focus: Programming elements to help build a stronger community, not just a chorus.
Faculty
avatar for Jordan Travis

Jordan Travis

Faculty
Jordan is the founder and artistic director of Voices Music Collective and a driving force in the Halton/Hamilton music scene. With an unwavering passion for vocal music and education, Jordan has inspired countless singers and ensembles both locally and internationally. His expertise... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CEST
Room O7
  Additional Class

2:00pm CEST

PVI under Glass
Saturday August 9, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CEST
Room O6
Learn how to recognize common vocal inefficiencies and develop new tools to address these inefficiencies in this masterclass style demonstration while Rob works one-on-one with singers from your region.
Faculty
avatar for Rob Mance

Rob Mance

Faculty
Robert Mance has been the artistic director of the BHS Medal Choir Central Standard since 2011. In 2016, Robert Mance was appointed Artistic Director of the SAI Vocal Standard International Choral Competition. Robert Mance holds a doctorate in choral conducting from the University... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CEST
Room O6
  Additional Class

2:00pm CEST

Coaching 3.1
Saturday August 9, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CEST
Room N1
Quartet Coaching
Faculty
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CEST
Room N1
  Quartet Coaching

2:00pm CEST

Rehearsal Planning
Saturday August 9, 2025 2:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Music Hall
For directors: an overview of how to prepare for and execute efficient, productive rehearsals.
Faculty
avatar for Dan Wessler

Dan Wessler

Faculty
Dan Wessler holds a Doctorate in Choral Conducting from the University of Colorado Boulder ('23) and a Master's Degree in Choral Conducting from Western Illinois University ('12). He is an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University Irvine and North Orange County Community College... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 2:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Music Hall
  Additional Class

3:00pm CEST

Musical Story Telling
Saturday August 9, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Room O7
Learn the basics of how to develop impactful and authentic Performance plans. You'll also walk away with a simple framework for how to communicate these plans to other ensemble members.
Faculty
avatar for Clay Monson

Clay Monson

Faculty
Clay Monson ist ein leidenschaftlicher und erfolgreicher Musiker, der sich der Barbershop-Harmonie verschrieben hat. Seit 10 Jahren ist er stolzes Mitglied der Barbershop Harmony Society und hat durch seine Jury- und Coaching-Tätigkeiten bedeutende Beiträge zur Barbershop-Welt geleistet... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Room O7
  Additional Class

3:00pm CEST

TE Tuner and You
Saturday August 9, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Room O6
How one app can help dramatically improve your ensemble’s tuning accuracy, sense of tonal center and enhance your “barber-wall of sound.”
Faculty
avatar for Rob Mance

Rob Mance

Faculty
Robert Mance has been the artistic director of the BHS Medal Choir Central Standard since 2011. In 2016, Robert Mance was appointed Artistic Director of the SAI Vocal Standard International Choral Competition. Robert Mance holds a doctorate in choral conducting from the University... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Room O6
  Additional Class

3:00pm CEST

Vocal Freedom
Saturday August 9, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Room N1
Embrace Your Natural Voice - We all want to sing freely, naturally, and with ease, right? How often have you heard a director or coach say "just release the tension" or "stop pushing the sound"? In this experiential class, we'll delve into the concept of primal sounds and natural breathing to help you find your best—and most natural—voice.
Saturday August 9, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm CEST
Room N1
  Additional Class

4:00pm CEST

Coaching Seminar Wrap Up
Saturday August 9, 2025 4:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Room O7
Wrapping up a week of learning. We exchange experiences & give feedback!
Faculty
avatar for Alexander Koller

Alexander Koller

Faculty
Alexander is a BinG! Certified Coach and has been a Musicality Judge in the American Barbershop Harmony Society since 2023. He has been an avid barbershopper for fifteen years, when he sang in the Big Apple Chorus during a one-year stay in New York. Since then he has sung in several... Read More →
avatar for Clay Monson

Clay Monson

Faculty
Clay Monson ist ein leidenschaftlicher und erfolgreicher Musiker, der sich der Barbershop-Harmonie verschrieben hat. Seit 10 Jahren ist er stolzes Mitglied der Barbershop Harmony Society und hat durch seine Jury- und Coaching-Tätigkeiten bedeutende Beiträge zur Barbershop-Welt geleistet... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 4:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Room O7
  Core Class

4:00pm CEST

Conductors Seminar Wrap Up
Saturday August 9, 2025 4:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Music Hall
Wrapping up a week of learning. We exchange experiences & give feedback!
Faculty
avatar for Rob Mance

Rob Mance

Faculty
Robert Mance has been the artistic director of the BHS Medal Choir Central Standard since 2011. In 2016, Robert Mance was appointed Artistic Director of the SAI Vocal Standard International Choral Competition. Robert Mance holds a doctorate in choral conducting from the University... Read More →
avatar for Jordan Travis

Jordan Travis

Faculty
Jordan is the founder and artistic director of Voices Music Collective and a driving force in the Halton/Hamilton music scene. With an unwavering passion for vocal music and education, Jordan has inspired countless singers and ensembles both locally and internationally. His expertise... Read More →
avatar for Dan Wessler

Dan Wessler

Faculty
Dan Wessler holds a Doctorate in Choral Conducting from the University of Colorado Boulder ('23) and a Master's Degree in Choral Conducting from Western Illinois University ('12). He is an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University Irvine and North Orange County Community College... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 4:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Music Hall
  Core Class

4:00pm CEST

Quartet Seminar Wrap Up
Saturday August 9, 2025 4:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Room N3
Wrapping up a week of learning. We exchange experiences & give feedback!
Faculty
avatar for Stefanie Schmidt

Stefanie Schmidt

Faculty
Stefanie has been active in barbershop for 15 years as a quartet singer and conductor. She is co-organizer and graduate of the BinG! Coaching Certification Program, in which barbershop coaches are trained for the BinG! ensembles and is herself a sought-after coach for German and international... Read More →
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 4:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Room N3
  Core Class

4:00pm CEST

Vocal Pedagogy Seminar Wrap Up
Saturday August 9, 2025 4:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Room O6
Wrapping up a week of learning. We exchange experiences & give feedback!
Faculty
avatar for Andrew Rembecki

Andrew Rembecki

Faculty
Andrew Rembecki is a passionate music educator, vocal coach, choral conductor and coach with extensive experience in choral pedagogy and performance. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, he has lived in Munich for six years. He currently directs Herrenbesuch, a renowned men's barbershop... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 4:00pm - 5:50pm CEST
Room O6
  Core Class

6:00pm CEST

Saturday Night Barbeque
Saturday August 9, 2025 6:00pm - 7:50pm CEST
Bad Weather: Dining Hall, Good Weather: Outside!
Our special Saturday night Barbeque!
Saturday August 9, 2025 6:00pm - 7:50pm CEST
Bad Weather: Dining Hall, Good Weather: Outside!
  General

8:00pm CEST

Saturday Night Show
Saturday August 9, 2025 8:00pm - 10:00pm CEST
Music Hall
Each participating quartet may perform one song! We’ll also sing our common songs together—don’t forget to bring your hands to give our amazing faculty a big round of applause!
Faculty
avatar for Rob Mance

Rob Mance

Faculty
Robert Mance has been the artistic director of the BHS Medal Choir Central Standard since 2011. In 2016, Robert Mance was appointed Artistic Director of the SAI Vocal Standard International Choral Competition. Robert Mance holds a doctorate in choral conducting from the University... Read More →
avatar for Jordan Travis

Jordan Travis

Faculty
Jordan is the founder and artistic director of Voices Music Collective and a driving force in the Halton/Hamilton music scene. With an unwavering passion for vocal music and education, Jordan has inspired countless singers and ensembles both locally and internationally. His expertise... Read More →
avatar for Andrew Rembecki

Andrew Rembecki

Faculty
Andrew Rembecki is a passionate music educator, vocal coach, choral conductor and coach with extensive experience in choral pedagogy and performance. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, he has lived in Munich for six years. He currently directs Herrenbesuch, a renowned men's barbershop... Read More →
avatar for Alexander Koller

Alexander Koller

Faculty
Alexander is a BinG! Certified Coach and has been a Musicality Judge in the American Barbershop Harmony Society since 2023. He has been an avid barbershopper for fifteen years, when he sang in the Big Apple Chorus during a one-year stay in New York. Since then he has sung in several... Read More →
avatar for Stefanie Schmidt

Stefanie Schmidt

Faculty
Stefanie has been active in barbershop for 15 years as a quartet singer and conductor. She is co-organizer and graduate of the BinG! Coaching Certification Program, in which barbershop coaches are trained for the BinG! ensembles and is herself a sought-after coach for German and international... Read More →
avatar for Clay Monson

Clay Monson

Faculty
Clay Monson ist ein leidenschaftlicher und erfolgreicher Musiker, der sich der Barbershop-Harmonie verschrieben hat. Seit 10 Jahren ist er stolzes Mitglied der Barbershop Harmony Society und hat durch seine Jury- und Coaching-Tätigkeiten bedeutende Beiträge zur Barbershop-Welt geleistet... Read More →
avatar for Lucas Bitzer

Lucas Bitzer

Faculty / Team
Barbershop and choral music have fascinated Lucas since his early childhood, and he has been in competitions multiple times (European male quartet champion 2013).His work as a coach and lecturer is inspired by his training as a teacher for the Alexander Technique, a bodywork method... Read More →
avatar for Norbert Hammes

Norbert Hammes

Faculty / Team
Norbert ist Gründungsmitglied von BinG! wo er sich mehrere Jahre als 2. Vorstand für die Entwicklung von BinG! einsetzte und einer der Initiatoren des jährlichen Harmony Colleges war. 1987 war er schon Gründungsmitglied des Ersten Kölner Barbershop Chores und mit seinem Quartett... Read More →
avatar for Amy Patterson

Amy Patterson

Faculty
Amy Patterson is Associate Chorus Director of A Cappella Showcase and Co-Section Leader of Harbourtown Sound. Amy sings Bass in the quartet “Sapphire”, which placed first in their area contest in May 2025. Amy also sings Lead in "Empire" quartet, and looks forward to competing... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 8:00pm - 10:00pm CEST
Music Hall
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10:00pm CEST

Afterglow in the old monastery, Bar is open
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:00pm - Sunday August 10, 2025 4:00am CEST
Bar Area
We hit the last nights famous afterglow! Get a cool drink at our Bar, hang out and sing Tags in the old monastery. Drinks are not allowed inside the monastery or upstairs - keep them in the entrance and bar area.
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:00pm - Sunday August 10, 2025 4:00am CEST
Bar Area
  General
 
Sunday, August 10
 

8:00am CEST

Breakfast and Take-Away Lunch
Sunday August 10, 2025 8:00am - 9:50am CEST
Dining Hall
We’ll provide lunch bags so you can pack your lunch during breakfast and take it with you for your journey home.
Sunday August 10, 2025 8:00am - 9:50am CEST
Dining Hall
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