Episode 11 - Doree Jarboe

Choral History: A Podcast with Josh Bronfman

This episode continues Josh's trip down his memory lane, and he finally gets to the source. Josh talks to Doree Jarboe, his former high school choir director and leader of one of the most popular high school choir programs in the northwest in the 1990s and early 2000s. Learn about her remarkable journey teaching at pretty much every level and every conceivable type of student, and how her program become so successful. You'll also hear about Mr. Holland's Opus being filmed in Doree's choir room, her inclusive philosophy of music education, and Josh's early years as a "lost soul." In an especially meaningful conversation, this episode is one you won’t want to miss!