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.
The approaches of Dalcroze, Orff, and Kodály (D-O-K) are traditionally utilized in elementary general music classrooms, but the fun doesn’t have to stop there! Explore a variety of strategies incorporating elements of D-O-K to energize and engaging your students in each and every rehearsal. Discover the benefits of eclectic approach as singers of all ages […]
Boston MA.At conferences we see the end product of months of preparation. Wouldn’t it be interesting to witness the beginning? In this session, the developmental singers of the Boston Children’s Chorus will rehearse a piece of music they have not seen.The chosen selection will represent a piece typical of the choir’s regular repertoire, one that would […]
Boston MA.This session will focus on how the selection of literature is the crux of the choral program and the basis for all other decisions that are made throughout the academic year. This session will demonstrate the relationship between literature selection and vocal technique, music literacy, and creative opportunities for students. When developing the instrument of […]
Amy Johnston BlosserTake an in-depth look at how Francisco J. Nuñez inspires and equips independent musicians in the Young People’s Chorus of New York City. This session will address sustaining interest and enhancing music reading skills through repertoire for elementary, middle school, and high school choirs. Participants will explore compositions that support music making and foster strong […]
Salt Lake City, UT.Do you want to break the stereotype of singers and musicians being mutually exclusive? Are you tired of not knowing your students as musicians and spending so much time developing the concert without developing the musician? Through a paradigm shift, we can work in small groups and teach musical skills and knowledge that are otherwise […]
Salt Lake City, UT.This choral reading/group participation session will address readiness, preparation, and presentation of choral repertoire for young choirs, along with continued development of singing, reading, writing, part-work, and aural skills in the choral setting. In this workshop, participants will explore Kodály-based strategies for analyzing and teaching choral music for beginning, intermediate, and advanced children’s choirs. A […]
Salt Lake City, UT.
