[Perform-Talk] Perform-Talk Digest, Vol 230, Issue 7

Elena D. elenasyakclub at gmail.com
Wed Feb 25 02:49:09 UTC 2026 

Dear NFBPAD Members,

Would anyone have access to the recording of the Braille Music Basics
Workshop that happened Sunday? I'd like it if anyone does. Thank you.
Elena

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>    1. Re: Reminder: upcoming Basics of Braille Music workshop
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> Date: Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:32:10 -0500
> From: Julia LaGrand <julialagrand at gmail.com>
> To: Performing Arts Division list <perform-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Perform-Talk] Reminder: upcoming Basics of Braille Music
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> Hello performers,
>
> We are so looking forward to this workshop next week! Attached please find
> a reference sheet that we will be working from throughout the workshop for
> those who have access to a way to Reed or emboss braille files.
> Thank you,
> Julia
>
> On Sun, Feb 15, 2026 at 8:44 PM Dezman Jackson via Perform-Talk <
> perform-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> > Hello Performing Arts Division members,
> >
> >
> >
> > Please mark your calendars and join us for an upcoming interactive
> > workshop,
> > The Basics of Braille Music, happening Sunday, February 22, 2026 from
> > 7:00-8:30 PM Eastern on Zoom.
> >
> > This workshop is designed to introduce participants to the foundations of
> > Braille music and help demystify how music is read and written
> nonvisually.
> > Whether you are brand new to Braille music or have some prior knowledge,
> > all
> > are welcome.
> >
> > During the workshop, we will cover:
> >
> > *       The history and development of Braille music
> > *       Key differences between Braille music and print music formats
> > *       Basic Braille music symbols to get you up and going
> > *       Interactive reading, writing, and rhythm exercises
> > *       Group discussion and Q&A throughout the session
> >
> > Practice files for the interactive exercises will be provided ahead of
> > time,
> > and participants will also receive resources for further learning and
> > reference.
> >
> > Helpful (but not required) background for participants includes:
> >
> > *       Knowledge of literary grade 1 (uncontracted) Braille
> > *       Familiarity with basic music concepts such as notes and note
> values
> > *       A way to read Braille exercises (for example, a Braille embosser
> or
> > refreshable Braille display/notetaker)
> > *       A way to write Braille (such as a Perkins Brailler or slate and
> > stylus)
> >
> > Most important of all is a willingness to participate, explore, and learn
> > together.
> >
> > We hope you'll join us for this engaging and hands-on introduction to
> > Braille music. More details, including Zoom access and materials, will be
> > shared soon.
> >
> >
> >
> > Warmly,
> > Dezman Jackson
> >
> > Treasurer, National Federation of the Blind
> > Performing Arts Division
> >
> >
> >
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> Date: Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:30:29 -0500
> From: JOANNE JORDAN <jordanj229 at verizon.net>
> To: Performing Arts Division list <perform-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Kelsey Nicolay <piano.girl0299 at gmail.com>, Performing Arts
>         Division list <perform-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Perform-Talk] Accommodation help
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> Hello Kelsey
> This is Joanne Jordan here! I know that there is a Braille embosser at the
> Boston public library. If you can get the music ahead of time that would be
> good! I sang in two different choirs and am an alto. I also play the piano.
> If you can’t find an embosser, I have one. Let me know if I can help! I
> libe in New Hampshire.
> Sent from my iPhone
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> > On Feb 15, 2026, at 6:39 PM, Kelsey Nicolay via Perform-Talk <
> perform-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> >
> > The choir is a nonprofit that rents space in a church. The person
> teaching the class is a local voice teacher who is a guest presenter; as
> far as I know, they are not affiliated with the choir, but they are the
> ones who are sponsoring the event.
> > Sent from Kelsey Nicolay’s iPhone
> >
> >> On Feb 15, 2026, at 5:27 PM, David Andrews via Perform-Talk <
> perform-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> >>
> >> If you are asking if they are "legally" required to do anything, I
> would think it would depend on who sponsors the choir.  If it is a college
> or university, probably yes, if a church, they are exempt from the ADA so
> probably no. So it would be either what you can work out with them
> informally, or up to you.\
> >> Dave
> >>
> >>
> >> -----Original Message-----
> >> From: Perform-Talk <perform-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
> Kelsey Nicolay via Perform-Talk
> >> Sent: Sunday, February 15, 2026 4:15 PM
> >> To: Performing Arts Division list <perform-talk at nfbnet.org>
> >> Cc: Kelsey Nicolay <piano.girl0299 at gmail.com>
> >> Subject: [Perform-Talk] Accommodation help
> >>
> >> Hello,
> >> i got invited to a free vocal masterclass by the choir I was formerly a
> part of. It is a group setting that is a 2 hour event on a single day. It
> will consist of a lecture followed by interactive group work on vowels,
> breathing techniques, etc. I have never done one of these before, so am not
> sure how it will be run. I reached out to the organizer to see what they
> could do to accommodate me, but I wanted to post on this group to ask a few
> questions. First, does the group have to provide an assistant or am I
> responsible for finding an assistant who can help me during class with
> anything that may not be clear from verbal instruction ′my family already
> told me they would drop me off, but will not stay since they are not taking
> the class and they have no background in music′. Second, if there are any
> pieces of music they will be using, since I do not have someone who can
> transcribe braille music or access to an embosser, what would be the best
> way to handle that if they ask? If I do have to find an assistant on my
> own, am I required to pay them and would a child be a suitable person for
> this task? I'm starting to wonder if it would even be worth doing the class
> since it's going to require a lot of accommodations for me to be able to
> participate effectively.
> >> Sent from Kelsey Nicolay’s iPhone
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> Date: Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:37:22 -0500
> From: <melissaariccobono at gmail.com>
> To: "'Performing Arts Division list'" <perform-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Perform-Talk] Accommodation help
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> You have gotten some great advice. Since this is only a two hour class, I
> would definitely encourage you to take the plunge and give it a try! It's
> not two days, or two weeks. It is two hours, and I hope the person teaching
> will get back to you and put your fears to rest! I'm guessing if they are
> working on vowels and other things, there will be a lot of verbal
> instructions used, and a lot of trying to mimic sounds the teacher makes.
> An assistant might be all right. As far as having to pay someone, that all
> depends on who you are able to find to help you. If it's someone else
> taking the class, probably not. A child might be OK as long as he or she is
> old enough to understand what is going on, is good at describing things,
> and won't get bored before the class is over. I'm guessing any music being
> used would be pretty minimal since the class is only two hours. Perhaps
> seeing if you could get a recording of the music ahead of time could be
> helpful. Or even having someone transcribe the words would give you a
> starting point.
> I hope this is helpful, and that you have a wonderful time in the class!
> Melissa
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Perform-Talk <perform-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Kelsey
> Nicolay via Perform-Talk
> Sent: Sunday, February 15, 2026 5:15 PM
> To: Performing Arts Division list <perform-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Kelsey Nicolay <piano.girl0299 at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Perform-Talk] Accommodation help
>
> Hello,
> i got invited to a free vocal masterclass by the choir I was formerly a
> part of. It is a group setting that is a 2 hour event on a single day. It
> will consist of a lecture followed by interactive group work on vowels,
> breathing techniques, etc. I have never done one of these before, so am not
> sure how it will be run. I reached out to the organizer to see what they
> could do to accommodate me, but I wanted to post on this group to ask a few
> questions. First, does the group have to provide an assistant or am I
> responsible for finding an assistant who can help me during class with
> anything that may not be clear from verbal instruction ′my family already
> told me they would drop me off, but will not stay since they are not taking
> the class and they have no background in music′. Second, if there are any
> pieces of music they will be using, since I do not have someone who can
> transcribe braille music or access to an embosser, what would be the best
> way to handle that if they ask? If I do have to find an assistant on my
> own, am I required to pay them and would a child be a suitable person for
> this task? I'm starting to wonder if it would even be worth doing the class
> since it's going to require a lot of accommodations for me to be able to
> participate effectively.
> Sent from Kelsey Nicolay’s iPhone
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