Spring 2018 Edition
Alumni & Friends Magazine
In harmony
Senior music therapy major Rebecca Day sees a cappella鈥攁n ensemble that sings without music accompaniment鈥攁s a fun yet sophisticated art form.
Anita Martin, BSJ, 鈥05 | May 14, 2018
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鈥淚t takes a lot for 19 people to emulate a song using their voices,鈥 she says, describing Picardy Thirds, a co-ed a cappella group she helps lead. Such student-led groups are on the rise at OHIO, with a mix of all-male, all-female, and co-ed ensembles taking form.
Picardy Thirds describes 鈥渁 song that goes from a solemn sound to a happy one鈥 in the music field. For Day, who hopes to work with at-risk, inner-city students or at a psychiatric hospital, the analogy particularly resonates.
Four of Ohio University鈥檚 a cappella singing groups鈥擳itle IX, Picardy Thirds, Leading Tones, and New Chords on the Block鈥攕how how noteworthy leadership takes more than just the perfect pitch. Though the groups typically perform separately and share a spirit of friendly competition, they joined forces in a hearty sing off for ohiotoday.org visitors.
Feature photo by Sarah Holm BSVC 鈥18
Video by Mallory Golski, BSJ 鈥19
