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Silver Linings: Connections in Choir During Hybrid Learning
For all of us, the 2020-21 school year will certainly be one to remember. It has been a year filled with struggle, loss, civil and political unrest, depression, anxiety, and uncertainty. . . . When I stepped back into the choral room at Glen Cove High School in September, I vowed to have our program be a beacon of light in [students'] lives; a place where they could forget what is going on in the world, even if it were only for 45 minutes a day. . . .
For much of my career, my students have talked about how our choir family has made a difference in their lives. I would beam with pride knowing that our group gave them a safe space to be who they are while appreciating some of the world’s finest choral music. I’ve always known how much I adore my students, but it wasn’t until March of 2020 that I truly learned what the choir meant to both myself and to them! . . .
A few weeks ago, I was taking virtual attendance and said “Hey Kevin, it is so great to see you with us today!” He unmuted and responded “Hey Mr. Norris, thank you for being so cheery today. I need it because I am having a really tough time mentally and emotionally.” . . . I couldn’t pull him into the hallway, as he was a virtual student. So, I talked to Kevin and the entire class about how it's okay to feel these feelings and the best thing that you can do is talk about it. We talked about how the choir is a safe space . . . I received several emails from students (and their parents) about how that particular session struck a chord and made a difference with themselves or with their child.
This year, it's not about perfect intonation and phrasing. It is not about having a fantastic concert. For me and for my students it is about connecting with one another and doing our very best to impact each other’s lives. It is about continuing to learn great choral music, but taking time to smile and laugh each day. Read full post.
Edward Norris, Director of Choral Music
Glen Cove High School (Glen Cove, New York)
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STATE, REGION & OTHER VIRTUAL EVENTS |
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Diversity in Composing Workshop - Mar. 13
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Choristers Guild and its partners, including ACDA, are hosting this event as part of our commitment to actively engage and support those creators who have historically been underrepresented in choral music publishing, and to intentionally and consistently seek to represent diversity and inclusivity in our programming and outreach. Learn more and register.
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ACDA Western Region's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Virtual Series
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Feb. 26 - Towards Choral Allyship, with Ernest Harrison
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Mar. 26 – Having the Conversation: Right Relationships in the Choral Rehearsal, with Dr. Zanaida Robles
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Apr. 22 – Amplifying Womxn’s Voices in the Reimagined Choral Ensemble, with Dr. Alyssa Cossey
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May 7 – Choral Mentorship: Culturally Responsive Approaches, with Dr. Coreen Duffy, joined by educators of the Western Region
Does your chapter or region have a virtual event coming up that is open to other members? Ask your president to submit your ACDA event here to be included in this list!
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Be a part of the Raymond W. Brock Memorial Composition première by registering for the one remaining interactive workshop, to be held this Sunday (registration free). Learn more and register.
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Are you unable to attend the virtual national conference in real time?
Register, and you can access all conference sessions and concerts whenever you wish, asynchronously, through December 2021!
This conference will be our most accessible to date, and one that will keep on giving. You don't need to miss any session or performance you want to hear, and can even go back and re-listen to conference highlights as you wish.
$219
Retired members: $169
Student members: $99
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Current Conference Deadlines:
If you are interested in exhibiting at the national conference, please email Sindy Hail, advertising & exhibit manager.
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HerVoice: Emerging Women Composers Competition
An exciting new opportunity for emerging women composers, including mentorship and hands-on training in choral composition. More information. Deadline: Apr. 1.
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Be the First to Know About New Jobs in the Industry!
Searching for a new job in the choral industry? Our featured jobs and handy alerts make it easy to help you land your next opportunity! Browse our Career Center in the ACDA App for the latest postings. 📲 Click here to download!
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Help Honor Rodney Eichenberger, 2021 Robert Shaw Choral Award Recipient
The Past Presidents Advisory Council has awarded this year's Shaw Award to Rodney Eichenberger. Two more days left for you to help congratulate Rod or share how he influenced your musical life by submitting a 15-second tribute video for use in honoring him. Learn more. Deadline: Feb. 26.
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Summer Festival and Workshop Listing
The Choral Journal listing of summer festivals and workshops will be in the May 2021 issue. Have an event to submit? Submissions should be emailed to abumgarner@acda.org and include (1) event date, (2) event name, (3) event location, (4) one-sentence description of the event, and (5) contact information (name, phone, email, website). Deadline: Feb. 28.
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Elections
Voting-eligible members (Active, Life, Paying Life, Retired) receive an email notification the morning that the election opens.
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State chapter elections. Currently open: Connecticut (Feb. 23-Mar. 8) and Michigan (Feb. 23-Mar. 8). Opening soon: Minnesota (Mar. 2-9) and Idaho (Mar. 9-22).
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*Our apologies if we’ve added another change to your plate during this crazy time of seemingly unending changes and confusion.
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