Ed Bauer has been in publishing for over twenty years. In his early career years, he worked on the staff at Mount Union College and for the last twelve years as publisher and managing partner at Flaherty Media has been privileged to tour many private higher education campuses and talk with numerous staff members who manage these multiple building facilities. He can be reached at ed@pupnmag.com.

Unlocking Potential: The Power of Show Choir Clinics for Students and Directors

There’s a special kind of energy that pulses through the air when show choir students step into a clinic. Whether it's the buzz of tight...  More

Show Choir Management Software: Making Your director’s Life Manageable

As people in the show choir world well know, effective management is crucial to handling the myriad tasks directors and administrators face...  More

On the Road with Show Choir: A Guide to Successful Travel Planning

For show choir directors, assistant directors, booster club officers, and school officials, planning a trip for a show choir is a...  More

SING Dance Fundraise! Tips for Hosting Your Best Fundraising Event Yet

As a show choir director, you're not just managing the choreography and harmonies of your group—you’re also responsible for ensuring...  More

Dressing the Story: The Critical Role of Costuming in Show Choir Performance

In show choir, a costume is so much more than an outfit. It’s a vital tool for storytelling, a means of enhancing the visual impact of...  More

Designing and Enhancing Auditoriums: The Best Performance Value for Your Budget

The performing arts, particularly show choir, thrive in environments where acoustics, sightlines, and aesthetics converge to create an...  More

Perfect Harmony: Mastering Sound Setup for Show Choir Performances

The quality of sound in a show choir performance can make or break a show. It can mean the difference between a memorable performance and...  More

Crafting the Perfect Set: A Guide to Choosing Music for Show Choir Competitions

Show choir competitions are a dynamic and exhilarating blend of music, choreography, and storytelling. As a director, your role is pivotal...  More

Hitting All the Right Notes: Our Top Tips for Successful Show Choir Fundraising

Anyone who’s ever been involved in show choir knows fundraising is a critical component to your program, keeping the program solvent and...  More

Optimizing Acoustics for Show Choir Performances: A Technical Guide for Directors

Among all the moving parts that come together to create an electrifying show choir performance, the importance of acoustics cannot be...  More