Choral Methods for Middle School
Toni Micik was asked to speak to the University of Michigan Choral Methods classes recently, and she was kind enough to share the outline of her presentation with us!
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Toni Micik was asked to speak to the University of Michigan Choral Methods classes recently, and she was kind enough to share the outline of her presentation with us!
The Cadenza One site offers a new concept in digital sheet music, and they are anxious to tell you about it. J. D. Frizzell, founder, explains: I have spent my life’s savings (plus some) to build a comprehensive, easy-to-use, web site for both independent composers AND publishers. I knew that for any site to be…
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…
ACDA-MI congratulates the following outstanding ensembles selected via blind listening panel to perform at the ACDA-MI Fall Conference on Oct. 27-28. Canticum Novum (Northwestern Michigan College) – Jeffrey Cobb, Conductor Cantus Femina (Western Michigan University) – Dee Gauthier, Conductor 8th Grade Choir (Grosse Pointe Brownell MS) – Carolyn Gross, Conductor Lyon Singers (South Lyon HS) – Andrew Hathikhanavala, Conductor…
Earlier this year, Minnesota ACDA asked me to contribute to their year long focus on renewal. Here is a short article that was born out of that request. Celebrate a little EVERY day….. In a world where expectations seem to increase by the second, I am constantly looking for ways to recharge. I am often…
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…
MARK PUCHALA – 2009-10 Recipient Mark Puchala holds a Bachelor of Music Education degree in Choral Music from Central Michigan University and a Master of Music in Voice from the University of Michigan. He is the chair of the Music Department, Director of Choirs, and an instructor of Applied Voice and Music Appreciation for Northwestern…