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Marianna Music Journal
Behind-the-scenes notes on new pieces, faith and music-making, and clear guidance on buying, licensing and performing Marianna’s works. From school ensembles to parish choirs, explore repertoire suggestions, audio previews, and step-by-step rehearsal advice to help your singers shine.
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Teach a New Piece in 15 Minutes (First-Rehearsal Plan)
A step-by-step plan for introducing a brand-new piece in 15 minutes - without losing musicality or your singers’ attention.
Rehearsal Tips
Directors
Pedagogy
A 30-Minute Choir Rehearsal That Actually Works
A reusable 30-minute plan that keeps rehearsals focused, musical, and calm—even with mixed ability singers.
Rehearsal Tips
Schools
Parish Choirs
Parish Choirs
SSA or SATB? How to Choose the Right Voicing
A practical decision guide to pick SSA, SATB or Unison based on real singers, ranges, and rehearsal time.
Voicing
Directors
Arranging
Licensing 101 for Schools & Churches
Plain-language answers about printing, livestreaming, and uploading performances—plus a copy-and-paste permission email.
Licensing
Churches
Schools
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