ACDA Membership Renewal

 I’ve Been Here Forever “I’ve been here forever,” eons before the mist and fog shrouded Jurassic landscapes, well before the dawn of civilization. I was here when the only rhythms, music and voices were those of nature: the rolling surf of the ocean, the rhythmic chirp of the nighttime cricket, the raucous rasp of the…

New Web Address: ACDA.ORG In its surge of technology renovations, the American Choral Directors Association has adopted a new domain name: acda.org. The domain name was formerly owned by the Antique and Collectibles Dealers Association. ACDA obtained the name through a timely inquiry and recent ownership change of the antique association. The negotiation took place…

             As a double major in Vocal Music Education and English Education, I am a huge proponent for a more interdisciplinary approach to teaching music.  With the idea of cross-curricular education becoming more popular in schools, it is important for us to consider the occasional use of newer methods in our classrooms.  Integrating different subjects…

Resources for Children’s Choirs: There are many great resources out there for directors of children’s choirs. Included below are books specific to teaching children’s voices, tried and true repertoire suggestions and links to some of the children’s choir programs in the state of Michigan. I welcome more additions or suggestions! Please use the link to…

Please click on the link below to obtain the PDF form: Maynard Klein Award Criteria