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Summer is the perfect time for choral directors to savor an entertaining and informative read by none other than our own Robert C. Oster, otherwise known as “Dr. Bob.” What a fun title! – Singers, Zingers, and Humdingers: Choral Conductor Do’s and Don’ts! You will chuckle and occasionally shake your head as you recognize yourself, your…
In 2016, the Cambiata Institute, located at the University of North Texas, Denton, will host the third MS/JH National Conference for Choral Music. Similar to the 2012 and 2014 Conferences, this Conference will advocate for the pedagogical interests of middle school choral music educators. “With outstanding facilities to host the Conference, University of North Texas,…
I am struck by the many thoughts and reflections that have gone through and continue to go through my mind as I have pondered the title of this article. “Success in the Middle School: A Changing Perspective.” My perspective is changing! I have recently accepted an opportunity to teach at the high school level. And…
Dear ACDA Officers and Choral Music Colleagues: We need your help! In 2016, the Cambiata Institute, located at the University of North Texas, Denton, will host the third MS/JH National Conference for Choral Music. Similar to the 2012 and 2014 Conferences, this Conference will advocate for the pedagogical interests of middle school choral music…
I asked Cathy if she would submit her favorite five choral pieces for men’s choirs. Like many high school directors, Cathy did not direct a men’s choir per se, but she would always have her male students sing in a TTBB ensemble several times throughout their high school experience. When asked to comment, Cathy said…
This article, based on the author’s interest session presented at the 2014 ACDA-MI Fall Conference, is reprinted from the April 2015 Choral Journal. A Theory of Multiple Intelligences: Working with the Adolescent Brain/Voice
2015 ACDA Michigan Male Choral FestivalSaturday, March 21, 2015 9:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m.Dawson Auditorium Adrian College Adrian Michigan PROGRAM Presentation of the Colors Color Guard from the Adrian Am-Vets Post 1957 The Star-Spangled Banner, John Stafford SmithRichard D. Mathey, director Adrian College Men’s Choir (Adrian, Michigan) — 24 singersThomas M. Hodgman, director Phillip Clark, piano Credo,…
Here is the list of the pieces in the Male Chorus Reading packet from the ACDA 2015 National Convention in Salt Lake City. Enjoy! –Susan Aya Ngena (Traditional Zulu Folk Song)Arr. Ruth Morris GrayTTB and pianoAlfred Music, 40038 The VagabondMark PattersonTTB, Accompanied, Optional soloBrilee Music, BL821 Goodbye, ThenTimothy TakachTBB choir, Bb clarinet, pianoTimothyCTakach.com (pdf download…
Here is a list of the pieces in the Male Chorus Reading packet from the ACDA 2015 National Convention in Salt Lake City. Enjoy! –Susan Aya Ngena (Traditional Zulu Folk Song)Arr. Ruth Morris GrayTTB and pianoAlfred Music, 40038The VagabondMark PattersonTTB, Accompanied, Optional soloBrilee Music, BL821 Goodbye, ThenTimothy TakachTBB choir, Bb clarinet, pianoTimothyCTakach.com (pdf download $1)…
I asked Shawn to share some of his favorites with us for the month of March. It’s another list of great literature that includes both new and classic men’s literature. Thanks, Shawn! –Susan EmptyTimothy C. Takach, text by Joyce SutphenTB (opt. div), piano and optional djembeTimothyCTakach.com (self published)Moderately Easy I was so happy to have…
