BUILD ON YOUR STRENGTHS
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
FOCUSED COACHING FOR DIRECTORS AND ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIPMy leadership workshops for adult and student groups help jump-start new leadership or provide mid-year support. My focused experience supports team building, mission and values clarification, leadership assessment and coaching. I believe that strong, growing musical organizations require strong, healthy leaders. These training sessions are an ideal tool to spark fresh thinking and new insight among new and veteran leadership teams.
I also offer personal leadership coaching sessions. Private coaching emphasis is on leadership style and unique strengths. Together we'll create a strategic plan that capitalizes on strengths and identifies opportunities for growth and identify ongoing resources that will support you in these areas. |
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MOST REQUESTED
LEADERSHIP COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Browse my most requested Leadership Development Coaching topics. Detailed session objectives and outlines are available upon request. Many Courses are offered in multiple formats, including full and two-part sessions of 60-120 minutes. Some topics are also available in 30 minute modified sessions best suited virtual rehearsal (Zoom) environments. Don't see what you're looking for? Ask about customized topics and sessions.
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Fostering Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Through Rehearsal, Repertoire, and Chorus Culture
60-120 Minute Full Session or Expanded Full Day Seminar Participants will discover how language, music choice, web presence and chorus culture either attract or dissuade members of minority and/or frequently marginalized groups. We will discuss best practices to create a welcoming, inclusive chorus culture where guests and members have a sense of belonging. Short and Long-Range Planning for the Wandering, Creative Mind 60-90 Minute Full Session Planning can be daunting, especially when you are easily overwhelmed by words like "charts", "data", "long range planning" and "organizational goals and structure". You can use your creativity to your advantage if you simply put the tools in place and enlist the help you need. In this class, we will put the wheels in motion to create short, mid and long-range planning. Top Ten Things Directors Do That Make Singers Feel Unsafe 60-120 Minute Full Session Designed for directors and assistants, we will talk about what directors and coaches inadvertently do to make singers fearful and therefore not able to access their most creative and authentic selves. We will share easy steps using practical applications of the Polyvagal Theory to develop a safe space where singers can thrive. (This can be opened to all musical leaders) Directing as Two-Way Communication 60-120 Minute Full Session Refine your directing skills - for novice to advanced directors. We will play and experiment together with what works for directors and singers - from conducting gestures to facial expressions, the power is in your hands. Coaching and Personal Vocal Instruction “Under Glass” Session Length Varies With the assistance of a volunteer chorus, quartet, or individuals, we will look "behind the curtain" during live coaching, with additional commentary and insights about the process. The Culture Code and Beyond 60-90 Minute Full Session Developing vulnerability, teamwork, and cohesion using principles from Daniel Coyle’s book, “The Culture Code.” |
How to Give a PVI
60-75 Minutes Full Session or 30 Minute Modified Virtual Session Learn the basics of peer to peer evaluation OR self-evaluation. Even the most novice singers can learn to give valuable feedback to one another using a “five-point checklist”. This course is excellent for any level of singer, as well as section leaders and assistant directors How to Be a Great Musical Leader 60-90 Minutes Full Session Tailored to section leaders, assistant section leaders and assistant directors. Learn what you can do to support other singers as well as the other musical leadership of your chorus. Beginning Conducting 60-120 Minutes Full Session What do I do with my hands? Geared towards section leaders, assistant directors, and aspiring conductors, we’ll start from square one and get your hands waving with meaning! Make Your Own Virtual Chorus Performance 60 Minute Full Session How to create a virtual choir/chorus performance while singers aren't able to sing together in person. How to Give a PVI 60-75 Minute Full Session or 30 Minute Modified Virtual Session Learn the basics of peer to peer evaluation OR self-evaluation. Even the most novice singers can learn to give valuable feedback to one another using a “five-point checklist”. This course is excellent for any level of singer, as well as section leaders and assistant directors Private Directing Lessons Session Length Varies Whether you're new to directing or have been in the game for a long time, one on one feedback is the fastest way to "better hands." Other Coaching Options Don't see what you need? Ask about customized coaching!
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WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
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Kathleen Hansen is a shining star in the barbershop community. She brings an honesty and intensity to every choir she works with, changing the game throughout the community.
DEKE SHARON
Producer of "The Sing Off" and "Pitch Perfect" Franchise / Father of Contemporary A Cappella
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Thank you for sharing your expertise with us! Your session was fun, relevant and resonate for our team. We could all hear progress, and this made your session even more powerful for us. Your enthusiasm for this topic and focus on positivity is really infectious!
CARON DALEY DMA
Mary Pappert School of Music, Duquesne University / Director of Choral Activities and Assistant Professor of Music
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The Vocal Workshop was excellent in every way. As a professor myself, I appreciate how much work you put into planning this session. You made complex information very accessible and fun. I know everyone enjoyed themselves while also learning a great deal about the science and practice of singing.
PAULA TALLAL PH.D.
Rutgers Professor Emerita / Cognitive Neuroscientist and Founder of the Scientific Learning Corporation
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On behalf of Womansong of Asheville, I want to thank you for your editing support of our virtual choir production! You've been a total joy as a partner - super helpful and so easy to work with.
ALTHEA GONZALEZ
Artistic Director / Womansong of Ashville
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