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American Choral Directors Association

American Choral Directors Association

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2027 National Graded Honor Choirs

Application opens: September 1, 2026
Application deadline: September 23, 2026 at 11:59pm CST. Help desk is available until 5pm the day of the deadline at gro.a1779241126dca@p1779241126ihsre1779241126bmem1779241126. Late applications are not accepted for any reason, including technical issues. Teachers are expected to plan ahead to ensure successful submissions.


CLICK HERE for the High School SATB Choir Audition Requirements and Information

CLICK HERE for the High School Treble Choir Audition Requirements and Information

CLICK HERE for the 7-9 SATB Choir Audition Requirements and Information

CLICK HERE for the 5-7 Treble Choir Audition Requirements and Information


The timeline is as follows:

  • May 2026–Partial Audition Requirements Released
  • September 1, 2026–Application period opens; Additional Audition Excerpt Release Date
  • September 23, 2026–Application period closes at 11:59pm CST. Help desk is available until 5pm the day of the deadline at gro.a1779241126dca@p1779241126ihsre1779241126bmem1779241126. Late applications are not accepted for any reason, including technical issues. Teachers are expected to plan ahead to ensure successful submissions.
  • October 29, 2026–Participant notifications
  • November 19, 2026–Participant Registration closes
  • December 2026–Participants receive music in the mail
  • March 7-10, 2027–ACDA National Conference in Minneapolis, MN; Performances on March 10, 2027

For Questions? Email gro.a1779241126dca@p1779241126ihsre1779241126bmem1779241126

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