If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. He has held this position for 31 years. ACDA Institutional Members unable to adjudicate at a conference will have the opportunity to participate in At Large Virtual Adjudication. Up to 25 hours of PDPs will be offered at no additional charge. Presenters will first describe a brief history of the barbershop style and the defining characteristics of the genre, as well as discuss the Everyone In Harmony Initiative. Finalists will prepare one piece, selected by the masterclass clinicians from among the repertoire to be performed by their Directors Chorus conference festival ensemble. Those staying overnight will have breakfast provided. From Anthems and Spirituals to various styles of Gospel Music today. in Music (Piano and Voice) from Denison University (Granville, Ohio). We cant wait to see you in person. The masterclasses will offer a wonderful learning opportunity for everyone involved. The purpose of these sessions is to provide a resource for the student conductors, to ask and answer questions, and to focus each conductor on the tasks at hand for the public masterclasses. ACDA Southern Region - ACDA Southern Region Join us in Cincinnati! With over fifty commissioned works, she has composed new music for the American Choral Directors Association, professional choirs, colleges and universities, community choirs, high schools, and churches. Mark the date and location on your calendar. This message was sent to conference attendees on July 22, 2022: Dear ACDA-PA Conference Attendee, We are looking forward to welcoming you to the ACDA-PA Summer Conference in one week! Choral Commissions Premiered by Essence of Joy, Penn State. Journey through African American Music in Worship. The General Conference Executive Committee voted on January 12, 2021, for the second time in 10 months, to postpone the 61st General Conference Session due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Venue America's Center 701 Convention Plaza St. Louis, MO 63110 United States . Whether at the National, Regional, or State level, ACDA is structured so that its members can easily involve themselves in the organizations activities. He did additional studies in Opera, Art, and German at the Institute for European Studies in Vienna, Austria, and in African-American History, Music, and Dance at San Francisco State University in San Francisco, California. There are truly wonderful things happening in our choral/opera/voice programs and it will be a thrill to show our neighbors from around the eastern division, Huff said. His choirs have toured throughout China, South Africa, the United States, and have appeared at national and regional conferences. The choir performs sacred and secular music from the African and African American choral idioms. Registration includes access to all sessions; Sunday night dinner, lunch on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, and snacks; and all sheet music for those singing in the conference chorus. You are invited to the ACDA Southern Region Reception at the national conference in Cincinnati! Helping our Singers Understand RhythmWilliam Cutter, presenter, Dalcroze Eurhythmics for the Choral ConductorDavid Frego, presenter, Everyones Song: Gender-Inclusivity in the Choir RoomDustin S. Cates & Ben Herstig, presenters, Identity and Inclusion in Choral Spaces: Pathways to Lasting Change (Three Sessions)I. Voices of Change: Impacting the Communities We ServeMichael Bussewitz-Quarm, Rollo Dilworth, Joshua R. Jacobson, Thomas Lloyd,Wendy Moy, Diana V. Sez, presentersJ. Email: [email protected] Phone: (414) 229-4178 *** NORTHEAST: March 11-12, 2022 Two-Day Symposium Cancelled ** NORTHWEST: March 23-26, 2022 University of Oregon School of Music and Dance 1214 University of Oregon Eugene, Oregon 97403 Conference Website Registration cap: 250 Coordinator: Shannon Mockli Email: [email protected] SOUTH: Wise currently serves on the faculty of Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana where he serves as Professor of Practice in the African American African Diaspora Studies department and instructs courses in African American music. ACDA Eastern Region President-Elect Amanda Hanzlik interviews Arreon Harley-Emerson about the 20223 A Place of Belonging Conference. I Am the Wind was named the winner of the 2020 ACDA Brock Competition for Professional Composers. The MassACDA Summer Conference will be held at Assumption University (Worcester, MA) from Sunday, July 10 to Wednesday, July 13, 2022. Belonging is fundamental to being human. Journal of the American Academy of Audiology, Hearing and Balance Symptoms and Conditions, New York State and Federal Law, Regulations, and Professional Conduct for Hearing Aid Dispensing: Updated 2023. The 7th Annual Clinical Education Forum will highlight important practice management topics and strategies for how to introduce them in student clinical experiences. He earned his PhD in Music Education (Choral Conducting) at Florida State University. Donald Dumpson, Michael Bussewitz-Quarm, Rollo Dilworth, Joshua Jacobson,Thomas Lloyd, Wendy Moy, Diana Saez, & Julia Zavadsky, Is Your Voice Sacred, Spiritual, or Cultural?Shireen Abu-Khader & Nahla Mattar, presenters, Margaret HillisUnlocking Her Approach from Score Study to Rehearsal PlanningCheryl Frazes Hill, presenter, Philosophy and Praxis: A More Inclusive Pedagogy Through Repertoire SelectionJabarie Glass & Shohei Kobayashi, presenters, The Power of Story in Song: Feeding the Choirs SoulDean Luethi, presenter, Resonate in Rehearsal: Revisiting the Harmony that Distinguishes Choral MusicBryan E. Nichols, presenter, Songs from the African Diaspora: Choral Arrangements from Latin AmericaDiana V. Sez, presenter, Trauma-Informed Choral Music EducationRebecca DeWan & Tammy Carusone, presenters. The RESONATE Conference Guiding Principles. 1. In this session, well take an in-depth look at. 3. Only one other choir from New York State, the Treble . Prior to her appointment at UNT, she taught at the University of Utah for 11 years. The masterclasses will allow for approximately 20 minutes of podium time during the session. ACDA Eastern Region President-Elect Amanda Hanzlik interviews Dr. Rollo Dilworth about his upcoming appearance at the National ACDA Conference in Cincinnati. About ACDA East Any questions should be directed to the state (follow learn more links). Only one other choir from New York State, the Treble Choir from the Aaron Copland School of Music at Queens College CUNY, was chosen. More details can be found on ourAnnual Conference page. Today the sessions are held every five years in cities with stadiums that can seat more than 70,000 attendees, which includes the more than 2,500 delegates attending and the visitors from around the world who are watching the session. Dr. ACDA is divided into seven geographic regions, as well as fiftystate chapters, each with its own conferences, newsletters, festivals, clinics, and workshops. Its roster is chosen following auditions held during the first week of classes, Huff noted, and then, it's off to the races. Save the dates and get ready to Resonate in Boston this February 9-12, 2022! He currently serves at the Historic African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas, Philadelphia, PA. Subscription to Choral Journal, your region newsletters, and your state newsletter, Access to ACDA Monographs on choral music topics, CONNECTICUTDELAWAREMAINEMARYLAND/DCMASSACHUSETTSNEW HAMPSHIRENEW JERSEYNEW YORKPENNSYLVANIARHODE ISLANDVERMONT, MIDWESTERNNORTHWESTERNSOUTHERNSOUTHWESTERNWESTERN, Community & Professional/Music in Worship, College & Univ. An SSAATTBB choir of singers who will be in grades 10, 11, or 12 in February 2022. Reaction to the choirs selection from current students and alumni has been universally positive, Huff noted, when the School of Music posted the announcement. Whos Who? Currently, she publishes her concert music independently through Elaine Hagenberg Music which is distributed through GIA. The 2022 ACDA Eastern Region Board and Conference Committee seek to create sound waves that travel further in different directions, fostering diversity and inclusivity in ways that RESONATE with more people. It is because of my training from Fredonia that I am a creative, flexible and compassionate educator, Rubinstein said. Creating Choral Community: Coming Together in SongJ. 2022 State PJs and Loungewear encouraged! Lela AndersonFaithful Over a Few Things,Glenn BurleighWe Shall Walk Through the Valley in Peace,Marques L. A. Garrett. 2. This is a tremendous honor not only for the Chamber Choir, but for our incredible Voice program, as well as the entire School of Music," remarked Dr. Vernon Huff, who serves as director of Choral Activities and conductor of the Chamber Choir. With limited time, choral directors often wonder how they can go beyond the notes on the page to enhance the musical experience for their ensembles. He currently serves on the board of Chorus America and is the former national chair of the Diversity Initiatives Committee for the American Choral Directors Association. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. She has conducted the Southern, North Central/Central, and Western division honor choirs for the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA). ACDA EASTERN commissioned work byStephen Murphy. Thomas Gospel Choir (PA)Waltier Blocker,conductorQueens College Treble Choir (NY)Eric Rubinstein,conductorSusquehanna University Choir (PA)Amy Voorhees, conductorFredonia Chamber Choir (NY)Vernon Huff, conductorMorse Chorale (CT)Stephanie Tubiolo, conductor, A Brief Introduction of Choral Literature in Eastern Asian CulturesPingyi Song, presenter, African American Spirituals and the Social Justice CurriculumRollo Dilworth, presenter, Approaching New Arab Choral RepertoireShireen Abu-Khader & William Culverhouse, presenters, Come SundayArreon A. Harley-Emerson, presenter, COUNT!! Thisblue trackSATB choir will begin rehearsals Wednesday evening and perform Friday evening. The generous support from our corporate partners and sponsors helps make the many Academy initiatives possible. As conductors, it is our mission to create experiences that willRESONATEin numerous ways. I felt truly cared for at Fredonia, Rubinstein said. The Fredonia Chamber Choir rehearsing in Rosch Recital Hall, Dr. Vernon Huff conducting, for the ACDA Eastern Region Conference on Feb. 11. Honor Choir rehearses with Marques Garrett, Childrens & Community Youth Choirs Shawn Funk, Junior High / Middle School Choirs Stephanie Magaro, Beyond Elijah Rock: Non-Idiomatic Choral Music of Black Composers, Vocal Jazz, Contemporary & Commercial Music Samantha Roberts, College and University Choirs Christopher Jackson. American Academy of Audiology 2022 Conference Schedule - ACDA-PA Conference Schedule Scroll down for Interest Session Details and Presenter Bios Sunday, July 31, 2022 Monday, August 1 Tuesday, August 2 Session Descriptions & Presenter Biographies Headliner Keynote/Plenary Sessions HEADLINER/KEYNOTE SESSIONS BY ELAINE HAGENBERG HEADLINER/KEYNOTE SESSIONS BY MARQUES L.A. GARRETT and D.M.A., both in Choral Conducting, from Michigan State University and Louisiana State University, respectively. Walt attended both the Westminster Choir College of Princeton, NJ and the University of the Arts of Philadelphia, PA. Walt is a classically trained singer that brings his flare and experience of church music to the Episcopal Church. Chasing the Dream: Living Our Best (Choir Director) Life! I Am the Wind was named the winner of the 2020 ACDA Brock Competition for Professional Composers. Suite 220 Thursday, February 23 10:00 p.m. Continental Room of Hotel Cincinnati 35 West 5th Street Save the Date for the 2024 ACDA Southern Region Conference in Louisville We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Currently, she publishes her concert music independently through Elaine Hagenberg Music which is distributed through GIA. The Fredonia choir will be the third of three choirs to give two concerts, at 3 and 5 p.m., on Friday, Feb. 11, at the Old South Church, built during the Gilded Age and considered one of Americas finest examples of Gothic Revival architecture. Amber Nellett, a candidate for a M.M. Margaret Hillis Achievement Award for Choral Excellence, https://campustravel.com/university/messiah-university/, Featured guest clinicians Elaine Hagenberg & Marques L.A. Garrett (bios below), Featured concert by Chanticleer & the Susquehanna Chorale (bios below) with Chanticleer talkback afterward, Performance by the "Choir for All" Honor Choir, World premiere performances of the 2020 and 2022 winning selections from the ACDA-PA Choral Composition Competition, Reading sessions for all repertoire & resources areas, Recognition of ACDA-PA award winners at the banquet, Discounted on-campus housing at Messiah University. TheMassACDA Summer Conference will be held at Assumption University (Worcester, MA) from Sunday, July 10 to Wednesday, July 13, 2022. Having a choir perform at an American Choral DirectorsAssociation convention really brings the program into an elite status. Keep an eye on our website for information regarding our 2024 Eastern region Conference save the dates now! Rogers holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in choral music education from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign and the Master of Music and Doctor of Musical Arts degrees in choral conducting from U-M. Our featured clinicians this year will be Dr. Andre Thomas and Dr. Judy Bowers who are both Professors Emeriti at The Florida State University. A pastor ACDA EASTERN commissioned work byMoira Smiley. Find current information and announcements regarding the AAA 2023+HearTECH Expo. A two-time Michigan Emmy Award winner, a 2017 Sphinx Medal of Excellence recipient, and a 2015 GRAMMY Award nominee,Eugene Rogersis recognized as a leading conductor and pedagogue throughout the United States and abroad. Conference Location. Early Bird $290 After June 15, 2022, $340 Non-Members Please read each conference website carefully for the opportunities offered.All scheduled events are listed below using the following key: *adjudication offered atthe conference **adjudicationnot offered at the conference***two-day eventAll events below are scheduled to be in person. Learn, grow, and innovate with educational sessions, clinical and research posters,androundtable discussions on topics that mean the most to you. MORE POSTS Get to Know Us! With over fifty commissioned works, she has composed new music for the American Choral Directors Association, professional choirs, colleges and universities, community choirs, high schools, and churches. In 2016, Rogers passion for issues of social justice and music was featured in the award-winning documentary Love, Life and Loss which highlights Joel Thompsons powerful Seven Last Words of the Unarmed. The Adventist Church World Session, also known as the General Conference (GC) Session, is the Seventh-day Adventist Churchs highest governing body. Delegates from around the world meet every five years to vote on important issues facing the world church. She has conducted All State and honor choirs in Arkansas, California, Delaware, Florida, Idaho, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Utah. In choral music, we also seek the resonance of the voice through our bodies and in performance spaces. Chapter presidents may submit additions to this list using this online form. ACDA Eastern Conference 2024 Providence, RI, United States Start Date: Feb 28, 2024 (Wednesday) End Date: Mar 2, 2024 (Saturday) Duration: 4 days Country: United States State: Rhode Island City: Providence, RI Venue: TBA Nearby Hotels: - Frequency: Biennial (Every 2 Years) Target Audience: Regional Open To: Trade, Industry & Academic Countdown: The conference committee this year was interested in showcasing living and minority composers, Huff indicated, so he pulled together a program that was challenging and also reflected the diversity of choral music thats currently available. These masterclasses will engage four undergraduate and four graduate students who are enrolled full-time in a music degree program. The MassACDA board would like to congratulate Dr. Lisa Graham, who has been elected to serve as our next President for the 2023-2025 term. Williams Visiting Professor Kyle van Schoonhoven, '11, is returning to campus to continue his residency following a special concert in Prague. Come join your ACDA Eastern Region colleagues on Friday, March 19 at 8:30PM EDT for some March Madness (choral repertoire edition), Conductor mixology, news about our 2022 Boston conference applications, events, and headliners, and breakouts with your state chapters.