American Choral Directors Association
The mission of ACDA is to inspire excellence and nurture lifelong involvement in choral music for everyone through education, performance, composition and advocacy.
Recruiting men to sing in choir has long been a discussion of importance. In this session, we will discover, compare, and share successful recruiting strategies used by men’s choruses of all types, including proven methods for secondary school singers, university glee clubs, gay men’s choruses, collegiate unaccompanied ensembles, and barbershop choruses. Participants will also be […]
Des Moines IA.You are teaching a new world music piece. Choose your preferred introduction. (A) Teacher describes and explains the genre. (B) A skilled culture bearer visits your classroom to perform for students. Now, more than ever, as life online changes definitions of community, our K–12 students need a solid exposure to the music and culture of […]
Des Moines IA.The Choral Music of the Americas was held on May 3–5, 2013, on the campus of North Dakota State University. Choral luminaries from throughout North, Central, and South America—including Maria Guinand, Tim Sharp, William Belan, Cristian Grases, Brainerd Blyden-Taylor, Imant Raminsh, and Hilary Apfelstadt—presented, conducted, and collaborated with other choral directors,the NDSU choirs, and regional […]
Des Moines IA.In this session we will explore our vocation as conductors, teachers, performers, and pastoral musicians. While most trade workshops deal with the how to, this one will deal with the more philosophical realm: why do…. Tom Trenney will share his personal journey from conservatory to concert hall to congregation—from performer to servant musician—inviting us all […]
Des Moines IA.Most Americans probably know more stereotypes about Native Amer-can music than actual American Indian music. Brent Michael Davids is a highly successful composer of film and concert music and one of today’s leading choral composers, with multiple commissions by Chanticleer, the Dale Warland Singers,and many other ensembles. An enrolled citizen of the Mohican Nation, Davids […]
Des Moines IA.Participants will be led by discussion and hands-on involvement through the following topics: audition process, music selection, programming suggestions, rehearsals, festivals, and the rhythm section, with specific tools helpful when developing the individual rhythm section instrumentalists. Every participant will receive a bound booklet that includes specific information on the following areas: 1. Auditions – Selecting […]
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