So… you’ve been cast in the ensemble? Guess what — you’re about to have the MOST fun EVER!
Led by award-winning arranger, producer, and vocal coach
David Wise (Voctave, Disney, Dolly Parton), this high-energy workshop dives into what makes ensemble singing such a powerful and rewarding part of any show.
Through hands-on work with both
small group and
full ensemble pieces, students will explore vocal blend, harmony, expression, and how to make a unique impact—even in a large group setting. Whether you're new to ensemble singing or ready to sharpen your skills, this 3-hour session will help you find your voice and shine as a team player on stage.
A full time session singing, arranging and producing veteran of over 25 years, David calls Nashville,TN his home. He is a top Producer and long time Vocal contractor. As a session singer, he has sung on thousands of recordings over the years. Some of his most recent work includes working with artists: Josh Groban, Blake Shelton, Celine Dion, Cody Fry, Matt Maher, Natalie Grant, One Republic, Lady A, Dolly Parton, Walt Disney World, Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, Nashville Christmas Parade, RCCL, Celebrity Cruise Lines and the Jersey Boys Movie Soundtrack. David also was the featured voice on the pop single for longest running fireworks show in Disney history, "Wishes". A Dove award winner and recent nominee, David is also a well respected Arranger in Nashville. He has published arrangements with: Word Music, Lifeway Music, Capital Music Group and JW Pepper. David has also arranged thousands of vocals for: Walt Disney World, Tokyo Disneyland, Sea World, RCCL and many many more. Over the past 5 years, David has expanded his studio experience into high end production projects. A few of Davids current Production projects include: Seaward, NCL Cruise Lines, Sheryl Lee Ralph, MSC Cruise Lines, Azamara Cruise Lines and The Nashville Christmas Holiday Special. This past Summer, David and Jeremy Johnson won the Paris Film Festival Award for Best Original Song “Something to Say” from the new film “Into the Spotlight”. David is also the co-composer of a new musical work ‘Esther”. This project is a collaboration of his life’s work and the had the honor a seeing the show in full Production this past summer in Houston. David also teaches part-time at Brentwood Academy leading the Academy Singers. In 2022 they were nominated for the prestigious CARA award for his acapella arrangement of “Blackbird”. David is married to Heather and they have 4 children (Hannah, Taylor, Dawson and Autumn). Proverbs 3:5-6
**This is a Single Workshop Experience event, part of CYT Nashville's
Broadway Bound: A Teen Theater Workshop Week! Make sure to look at our other
Single Workshop Experiences and check out our
Total Workshop Experience.**
Pricing:
- Single Workshop Experience Rate: $75 - Prefer more flexibility? Single Workshop Experiences let you choose exactly what fits your schedule and interests. (Check out the other workshop offerings by visiting here)
- The Total Workshop Experience (Group Participation): $415 - This experience includes all 7 workshops—a savings of $110 compared to purchasing each workshop individually at $75. It’s the best value for those who want the complete experience. *This does NOT include the Direct Instruction opportunity for Laura Osnes or Allison Bailey. Those spots are purchased separately with our Add-On option* (Check out the Total Workshop Experience here)
