Hotel Convention Rate Expires Tonight!

Are you headed to Topeka for the Summer Convention? Book your room at the Topeka Capitol Plaza Hotel TODAY to receive the discounted room rate of $86.  The offer expires at midnight!

Haven't registered for the convention yet?  It's not too late! Visit the website for more information, to register, book your hotel, or renew your ACDA membership.

Have a great day!

Tiffani N. Thompson
KCDA Webmaster 

Andover Public Schools: 7-12 Vocal Music Opening

KCDA,

Please see the following message from Bob Schofer about a 7-12 Vocal Music opening in Andover.

Have a great day!
Tiffani N. Thompson

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Andover Public Schools is seeking a High School/Middle School Vocal Music Instructor, grades 7-12, for the 2016-2017 school year. You work with an amazing accompanist who is with you all day, almost everyday!!  Apply today at usd385.org, the job is going to be filled quickly. 

LAST CALL! Convention Pre-Registration Ends Tonight!

LAST CALL to take advantage of the Pre-Registration savings for this year's Summer Convention: Kansas Sings! By registering before 11:59pm TONIGHT you can save 20-30% on your registration costs AND guarantee your choice of reading packets.

Click Here to register now!

This year's convention features clinics and reading sessions from nationally-renowned headliners Dr. Kevin Fenton (Florida State University) and Dr. Ysaye Barnwell (Founder, Sweet Honey in the Rock), as well as local legends including Mark Hayes, Kevin Bogan, Timothy Tharaldson, Jacob Narverud, and Dr. Krista Blackwood.

A current schedule of events can be viewed here: Schedule At-A-Glance.

For more information, or to register, renew your ACDA membership, or book your hotel, please visit www.kansaschoral.com! We hope to see you in Topeka!

Tiffani N. Thompson
KCDA Webmaster

Summer Convention! Pre-Registration Discounts End Friday!

HAPPY SUMMER!!! (Or almost Summer, to those who "enjoyed" some snow days this year).

We hope that you've got plenty of fun and relaxation planned for your break, and that as part of it, you've made plans to join us for what promises to be our best-yet Summer Convention!

Already know that you're going to join us in Topeka? Take advantage of the Pre-Registration savings and guarantee your choice of reading packets by registering before Friday, May 27! Click here and choose the appropriate Pre-Registration rate.

Convention Highlights Include:

• Headliners Dr. Ysaye Barnwell and Dr. Kevin Fenton
• Reading Sessions for all levels, ages, and styles
• Interest sessions by Jacob Narverud, Dr. Krista Blackwood, Mark Hayes, Timothy Tharaldson, and Kevin Bogan
• Performances by the Te Deum Chamber Choir (Matthew Shepard, conductor), the All-State Women's Choir (Dr. Mitos Andaya Hart, clinician), and the All-State Men's Choir (Brandon Williams, clinician)!

For more information, or to register, book your hotel, or renew your ACDA membership, please visit www.kansaschoral.com!

Tiffani N. Thompson
KCDA Webmaster

Nominations Needed!

Good Afternoon!

Just a reminder to take a few moments as you wrap up your year to honor outstanding members of our organization! Just a reminder that nominations for our KCDA Awards are due by May 27.


HARRY ROBERT WILSON AWARD NOMINATION

PRELUDE AWARD NOMINATION

Southwestern College Conducting and Teaching Workshop

KCDA,

Please see the message below from Dr. Brian Winnie, Southwestern College, about a Choral Conducting and Teaching Workshop opportunity this summer.  

Have a great day!

Tiffani

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We are two months away from our 2^nd Annual Summer Choral Conducting and Teaching Workshop at Southwestern College with special guest Dr. Geoffrey Boers from the University of Washington. Last summer was a wonderful experience with new and experienced conductors who were able to delve deeper into the current trends in choral education and technique. I look forward to another summer workshop with even deeper analysis into reshaping how we “do what we do” to make the choral and vocal experience even more valuable and efficient for our students.

Space is extremely limited and there is a discount for registering prior to May 15^th!  You can register at:

https://form.jotform.com/SouthwesternCollege/ChoralConductingWorkshop

Below is a link for more information about the workshop and workshop leaders. Attached you will find our poster with information that you can send on to your elementary or middle school colleagues if you think they may be interested!

http://www.sckans.edu/undergraduate/music/choral-conducting-workshop/

I look forward to hearing from you!

Best wishes on the end of the year concerts,

Brian

Dr. Brian J. Winnie

Director of Choral Activities & Voice

Darbeth Bldg. Studio 4

Southwestern College

100 College St.

Winfield, KS 67156

Office:(620) 229-6302

Cell: (747) 777-6120

www.sckans.edu/music

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All-State Choir Deadline

KCDA,

Congratulations to those who had students selected for the 2016 KCDA All-State Women's Choir and All-State Men's Choir!  Please visit www.kansaschoral.com to view the rosters, or access the acceptance letter, medical release, or liability waiver.

Just a reminder that paperwork and the registration fee of $45 per student must be postmarked no later than Friday, April 22 to:

Amy Brown
Wichita Northwest High School
1220 N. Tyler Rd.
Wichita, KS 67212

Hope you're all enjoying a wonderful end to the school year!

Tiffani N. Thompson
KCDA Webmaster