ACDA News

After an extensive application and nomination process, Breeze, Dame, Flores, Lercher, Leuthi, Meeker, and Thomasson Smith have been appointed as Chairs to the National Repertoire & Resources Committee. Their terms begin July 1, 2025. They have been appointed to the following positions: Garrett Breeze–Show ChoirsNathan Dame–Tenor Bass ChoirsCarolina Flores–2-Year CollegesJami Lercher–Student Activities Co-ChairDean Luethi–4-Year Colleges […]

The National Student Conducting Masterclasses received outstanding applicant pools at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Through a competitive selection process, applicants were assessed on elements including gestural skill, rehearsal technique, and score preparation. The selected participants have the opportunity to receive personalized guidance from esteemed choral directors while conducting a live ensemble. The Undergraduate […]

After a National call for applicants and nominees, ACDA welcomes Dr. Micah Bland, Stacy Daniels, Dr. Erick J. Figueras, and Darlene Machacon as newly appointed members of the Education and Communication National Standing Committee. They will begin their official terms on July 1, 2025 and will serve two year appointments. The Education and Communication National […]

Jessica Nápoles has been elected as the president-elect for ACDA. Nápoles will begin her term as the President-elect on July 1, 2025. She will immediately join the ACDA National Board as an ex officio member until her term begins. She will serve as the ACDA President in 2029. Jessica Nápoles is Professor of Choral Music Education […]

The steps are easy to download the ACDA Conference App! Your February Program Book should be arriving in your mailbox any day. You can CLICK HERE to see a digital copy. Because the Program Book goes to print months before the conference, the conference app will be the authoritative source for information on-site in Dallas. […]

On January 1, 2025, the International Journal of Research In Choral Singing saw a transition of leadership. Patrick Freer ends his service as the Editor of the IJRCS and ACDA welcomes Bryan Nichols as the new Editor. ACDA thanks Patrick Freer for his unwavering service to the IJRCS. Originally Associate Editor, Freer became the Editor […]

Amy Kotsonis and Demetrius Robinson have been appointed to serve two-year terms as members of the ACDA Advocacy and Collaboration National Standing Committee beginning July 1, 2025. Amy Kotsonis is the Director of Choral Activities at the University of New Hampshire, where she conducts Chamber Singers and Concert Choir, and teaches choral methods. She also […]

Jessica Nápoles and Vincent (Vic) Oakes have been selected by the ACDA National Board to be the two candidates for the 2025 ACDA National President-elect election. The election will be held January 7-January 30, 2025. All ACDA members with voting rights will receive an email ballot to cast your vote. The term for President-elect begins July 1, 2025. The […]

Get ready for Between the Staves: Choral Questions, Candid Answers, a fresh take on the classic advice column—this time for all things choral music! Modeled after the beloved “Dear Sally” format, this blog will answer your questions about choral music education, performance, and leadership. Whether you’re curious about vocal technique, rehearsal tips, repertoire selection, or the […]

Verena Anders, Ramon Cardenas, Melanie Stapleton, and Kimberly Waigwa have been appointed to serve two-year terms as new members to the National Diversity Initiatives Standing Committee. Verena Lucía Anders is a performing musician, conductor, composer and music educator born in Berlin, Germany to Chilean and Peruvian parents. She studied music and dance at the Peabody […]