Last week we posed several questions for your mid-summer consideration, including this one: “Have you re-evaluated your syllabi (or choir handbook) in the hope of attaining a balance of creative liberty while maintaining control of the rehearsal environment?” Today, we turn to an article by Micah Dalbey, “Choral Pedagogy in the 21st Century: […]
Choral Caffeine: A Jiminy Cricket Moment
In the classic Disney film, Pinocchio, the character Jiminy Cricket serves his wooden compatriot as the wise voice of reason and maturity. I suspect most of us have that little voice inside of us to one degree or another. At the risk of being annoying, let me be that little voice for just […]
Making Space
(This article by Bryan Black will appear in a forthcoming issue of the ACDA Southern Division newsletter, Southern Harmony.) Conductors are always eager to add new repertoire. New repertoire finds its way into our libraries and, over time, becomes the collective record of musical experiences shared by choir, conductor and congregation. Depending on […]
Choral Caffeine: Happy Independence Day!
Wow, do we take things for granted in this country. What would our lives be like if the state dictated that we must practice the “official” religion? Would you enjoy being limited to a particular profession simply because of your family’s status? What about speaking your mind publicly about elected officials, gathering openly with […]
London Dispatch: Choir Returns Safely
The inaugural tour of the ACDA National Youth Honor Choir was a smashing success and the ensemble has now returned safely from England! You can now share in the excitement with commentary from singers as well as a bevy of photographs taken during their ten-day adventure in the UK at the Choir's Facebook site.
ACDA Seeks Director of Membership Development
The American Choral Directors Association announces an opening for the new position Director of Membership Development. This added position will join the current ACDA Membership Coordinator position, specifically targeting membership growth and retention. POSITION DESCRIPTION The ACDA Director of Membership Development is a full time position, working directly with the Executive Director on location […]