Here are some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about our new TAG Program!

What is the TAG Program? TAG stands for Together And Growing. The purpose of TAG is to motivate members to embrace the journey to personal and musical growth in order to—as a team—develop into vibrant and entertaining performers in the barbershop style.

Okay…what is it REALLY?!? TAG is an opportunity for choruses to bring in a team of regional faculty members to help their chapter in areas such as vocal production, showmanship, chorus operations, membership growth and retention, PVIs, and/or music team training, to mention a few topics. TAG will run every other year, partnering with Area Schools on the alternate year. For this cycle, TAG visits will begin September 1, 2007 and run through December 31, 2008. 

Can I choose who comes to my chorus? The Regional Education Director and the TAG Program Coordinator will make faculty assignments. They will carefully consider the input and requirements of the requesting chorus and match the chorus with faculty members best suited to their needs.

So exactly what topics are offered? Your TAG visit will be individually tailored to meet the needs of your chorus and may encompass several topics. Let us know what you want. We have an experienced faculty who are happy to work with you to provide the education you desire. TAG visits are flexible--you can schedule a visit for your entire chapter or for just a part of the chorus. We can provide training for your Management Team, Music Staff, Choreography Team, Section Leaders, Membership Committee, Show Committee etc. Use the TAG Visit Idea Sheet as a tool to brainstorm ideas with your chorus.

Can I use my TAG visit for a coaching session? The focus of the TAG Program is considerably broader than “coaching only”. However, if your chapter feels they would benefit most from a straight-forward coaching session, you can combine your visit with another chorus and schedule a joint coaching session. Each chorus will be coached and will also have the opportunity to observe the coaching session of the other chorus.

Will it cost the chorus anything? The Region will fund transportation and materials costs. Choruses are expected to cover faculty housing and meals. 

Does our TAG visit have to be on a weekend? No. You may schedule a TAG visit for a regular rehearsal night if that works out better for your chorus.

How do I request a TAG visit? You can schedule your TAG visit by contacting Sally Wallace. Sally’s phone number is 208.772.3379 and her email is thewallaces1@verizon.net. You can contact her starting now, for visits during the 2007-2008 year.

Or, you can also fill out the TAG Registration Form and mail it to Sally, whose contact information is on the form.