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Iowa Choral Directors Association, Inc. exists to serve choral musicians in the state of Iowa by providing leadership, guidance and support, offering continuing education opportunities, promoting excellence in the choral art through high quality offerings and events, supporting education and growth beyond college graduation, and enriching and renewing the musical souls of its membership.

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oundingS MAY 2015 • VOLUME XLVII • NUMBER 4

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Summer Symposium

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CHORAL ROOTS GROW DEEP

Mark BabcockSymposium [email protected]

The image of roots suggests the life-giving, sustaining presence choral music has been for our culture and society.

Please mark your calendar and get your registration in for a few short days to connect with great Iowa choral musicians while reminding ourselves that what we do to cultivate strong choral roots throughout the year truly matters. Highlights:• Variety – Workshops and clinics for ALL areas• Great performers such as the Minnesota Choral Artists• New AIR CONDITIONED dorms!• Endowment Gala – a party to celebrate our past, present, and future

If you have not stayed in the dorms in recent years or ever, please consider it this year. The dorms are brand new and air conditioned. Think comfort, community, and cost savings!

New this year: Consider your pledge to the Endowment Campaign and the Symposium Gala. Any amount donated or pledged provides entrance into this gala event with great entertainment and refreshments at the MacNider Art Museum. Give as generously as you are able to our future and consider the $1000 Challenge that many have accepted. Pledges made before July 1, 2015 will be listed in the program. Think big. Endowments allow organizations to vision for a strong future. Imagine what we can do if we can double the Endowment!

Plan now to join us for inspiration, new ideas, and community building while reminding each other that our Choral Roots Grow Deep and they change our landscape.

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updates about Symposium information

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Summer Syposium ........................... 1From the Editor ..............................2President’s Pen .................................3Summer Symposium Info ................4

Stay At NIACC ................................. 14Summer Symposium Registration Form ..................... 15

R&S Bravo ...................................... 16 -Community Choirs -Multicultural -Two Year College Choirs High School Award Order Form..... 21Weston Noble Endowment ............22

Thank you to the following advertisers

Grandview University ....................24Simpson College ............................ 19

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SCHEDULEMONDAY 27 JULY10 – 12:45p ICDA Board Meeting and Lunch10a – 1p REGISTRATION Main Entrance and Lobby, NIACC Activity Center12p Visit the Exhibits, Main Entrance and Lobby, NIACC Activity Center1p Welcome and Keynote Address, Activity Center – Dining area Jonathan Reed2p Des Moines Vocal Arts Ensemble, Activity Center – Dining area3p Exhibits Open3p Workshops • Top Ten Tips & Tricks for the Vocal Jazz Director, Jeremy Fox, Auditorium • Vocal Pedagogy for the Choral Director, Jennaya Robinson • Treble Clef Vocal Solo Literature, Julie Schnieders • Hymnody Evolution, Bob Demaree • Bass Clef Reading Session, Kelly Truax4p Visit the Exhibits4:30p District Meetings5:30p Dinner6p Directors Chorus Rehearsal with Jonathan Reed (may eat early)6:15p – 6:45p Visit the Exhibits7p Iowa All-State Jazz Concert, Auditorium8p Boardwalk Barbershop Quartet Concert, Auditorium

TUESDAY 28 JULY8a Breakfast9a Directors Chorus Rehearsal with Jonathan Reed Warm Ups – Introduction to the Day and Vocal Health Presentation, Joy Hesse9a Exhibits Open10a Workshops • Barbershop in Your Repertoire and Classroom, Boardwalk Quartet • Treble Clef Reading Session, Julie Schnieders • Conducting Fundamentals, Allen Hightower • Vocal Pedagogy Through the Ages - The “Middle” Ages, Middle School Vocal Health, Shelly Schaeufele11a Workshops • Finding a Place in the Choir: Innovative Methods of Placing the Singer in Your Choir, Bradley Barrett • Movement/Rhythm for Upper Elementary and Middle School, Melody Easter–Clutter • Barbershop Reading Session • Vocal Pedagogy Through the Ages: A Voice for All Seasons, Joy Hesse12p Lunch – Exhibits Open1p Workshops • Selecting Solo Repertoire for Success, Bradley Barrett • Vocal Techniques for Your Men, Timothy Takach

Save the Date for the 2015 ICDA Symposium

Hosted by MARK BABCOCK [email protected]

or 515.577.5138

July 27-30, 2015

NIACC, Mason City

SAVE THE DATE AND GET YOUR REGISTRATION

FORM IN TODAY --

HERE’S THE SCHEDULE,

THE PRESENTERS,

AND ON PAGE 15,

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c0ral ROOTS GROW DEEP • Treble Clef Round Table Discussion, Julie Schnieders • Self-Published Works Reading Session, Connor Koppin • Getting the Most from Your Elementary Musician, Shelly Droe2p Workshops • Finding Good Repertoire for Young Men’s Choirs, Kelly Truax • Conducting Masterclass, Allen Hightower • Elementary Music, Sarah Bobenhouse • Vocal Pedagogy Through the Ages: Empowering Expansion and Expedition, High School Vocal Health, Sarah VanWaardhuizen3p Last chance to visit the Exhibits3p Workshops • Panel Discussion: Working with Opposite Gender Voices, Kelly Truax • Weaving: Church Music and Relationship, Kris DeWild • Four-Year College and University Choir Reading Session, Sean Burton • Vocal Pedagogy Through the Ages: Exploration and Awareness, Elementary Vocal Health, Sarah Jones4:30p Choral Evensong with the Howells Scholars, Trinity Lutheran Church5:30p Dinner in Trinity’s Fellowship Hall7:30p The Singers: Minnesota Choral Artists, Trinity Lutheran Church

WEDNESDAY 29 JULY8a Breakfast9a Directors Chorus Rehearsal Warm Ups – Rebecca Gruber10a Workshops • What is Choral Evensong? Rebecca Gruber • Seven Things That Will Make Your Compositions Better, Timothy Takach • Middle School Choir Reading Session, Joe Tangen • Elementary Music, Sarah Bobenhouse • Using the CMP Process to Teach the All-State Music, Aimee Beckmann-Collier11a • Children’s Choir Reading Session, Tanya Rosenkranz • Vocal Artistry: Where the Solo Voice and Choral Aesthetic Meet, Tim McMillin and Kimberley Roberts • Paying It Forward – Preparing Tomorrow’s Music Educators (Expectations for Cooperating Teachers) Jill Wilson12p Lunch and ICDA Annual Meeting1:30p Workshops • Heartland Youth Chorus Informance, Barbara Sletto • Ambition, Adaptation and Risk: Stay at the Top of Your Craft, Timothy Takach • Church Choir Reading Session, Kris DeWild3p Workshops • Retired Choir Directors Panel Discussion, Allen Chapman • Opus Preparations, Shelly Droe • Instrumental Conducting Techniques for Choral Conductors, Sean Burton • Community Choir Reading Session, Tim McMillin4p Workshops

RETIRED CHOIRFrom Allen Chapman

Gloria and I are delighted that former Iowan Gary Schwartzhoff will be directing the 2015 edition of the ICDA Retired Choir. We look forward to reconnecting with Gary, singing together, meeting the amazing college interns, leading our Q & A session, and presenting our evening concert at beautiful First Congregational Church. If you have attended, you know what a wonderful day this is for us. If you haven’t, add it to your summer calendar NOW!Reserve July 29, 2015

The Day’s Schedule10:00 Meet in AC 101 to start

the day and sing!11:00 Lunch in the Atrium

(we strongly suggest you register for the day and for the two meals)

12:30-3 Rehearse3:00 Retired Teacher Panel –

Band Room (this is back by popular demand)

4:00 Final rehearsal4:30 Early dinner5:45 Rehearse at first

Congregational Church6:30 Concert

As always, Gloria cautions NO walking shorts or grass skirts!

Among your selections, Gary has selected Stranger, Share Our Fire by Daniel Moe, long time head of choral studies at the University of Iowa.

Allen Chapman will be mailing all ICDA retirees a letter that will have a full schedule, literature details, and a registration form. He will mail music to all attendees in June. Feel free to contact Gloria Corbin at [email protected] or (319) 338-5012 or Allen at [email protected] or (319) 470-9192. We urge all of you to join us Wednesday, July 29 at NIACC.

Song Go On….Gloria and Allen



• Translating Feeling into Sound: Singing With Your Whole Self – Body, Mind, Spirit, Voice, Therees Hibbard • Ethnic and Multicultural Perspectives Reading Session, Aimee Beckmann-Collier • Passion and Honesty: The Choral Music of Timothy C. Takach • Opus – Q and A on the Audition Process, Joe Tangen5:00p Dinner6:30p Retired Choir Concert, First Congregational Church, Gary Schwartzhoff - conductor7p Chorale Midwest, First Congregational Church8:30p Gala Endowment Reception, MacNider Art Museum

THURSDAY 30 JULY8a Breakfast9a Directors Chorus Rehearsal9a Workshops • Show Choir Reading Session, Nick Oswald • Embody the Music: Expanding Your Conducting Gesture Vocabulary Through Body Singing, Therees Hibbard • Strategies for Keeping Young Men Happy in Choir, Kelly Truax10a Workshops • Middle School Show Choir Workshop, Brent Peterson • What Does Your Manual Gesture Really Say? Tim McMillin • High School Choir Reading Session, Ryan Pearson11a Workshops • Two-Year College Choir Reading Session, Luke Johnson • Making Your Rehearsal Minutes Count, Andrew Last • Panel Discussion: Ask an ‘Old’ Middle School Teacher, Kelly Truax12p Lunch1p Open Rehearsal: A Cappella Choir, Waukee High School, Amy Hall1p Jazz Choir Reading Session, Zach Reiter2:15p Directors Chorus Concert3p All-State Music Reading Session with Peter Eklund

Workshops yet to be incorporated into the schedule: • Standards and Benchmarks, Frederick Burrack

EXHIBITS One of the highlights of the symposium is our exhibits area. Network with your suppliers face-to-face to learn new ideas and find materials you’ll need in the upcoming year.

EXHIBITORSIf you are interested in Exhibiting at the Symposium contact ICDA Exhibits Chair Millie Youngquist at [email protected] find the Exhibits Invitation and Contract on the ICDA website on the Symposium page

SUMMERSYMPOSIUM ADVERTISINGIf you are interested in advertising in this summer’s Symposium program, contact Christopher Ellerston [email protected]

NEW THIS YEAR: Consider your pledge to Endowment Campaign and the Symposium Gala. Any amount donated or pledged provides entrance into this gala event with great

entertainment and refreshments at the MacNider Art Museum. Give as generously as you are able to our future and consider the $1000 challenge that many have accepted. Pledges made before

July 1, 2015 will be listed in the program. See page 19 for more information and how you can donate.



BOARDWALKQUARTETThe phrase “This is not your father’s quartet” does not apply to Boardwalk! Created from a rich history of fatherly musical influences, Boardwalk combines great barbershop harmo-nies, creative instrumentation, and vintage folk music to create the unique and highly enter-taining fusion they call barber-folk. Inspired by the music and fashion of the 1920’s, this group takes audiences on a journey back to a simpler time, where the songs of the day put a tap in your foot and a smile on your face. Hang on to your seats, as you are about to see what the Boardwalk experience is all about. Fun things happen here!

Brad Hine, tenor, is an alumnus of the Univer-sity of Georgia where he started as a classical guitar major, and finished with a political science degree. An accomplished performer, he has sung with the Zamboni Brothers and The Bungee Chords quartets and has never met a string instrument he didn’t like.

David Calland, baritone, toured Europe and Mexico with the American Boy Choir Fed-eration at age 11 and then was introduced to barbershop singing by his grandfather. He studied Music Education at Bowling Green State University in Ohio. David is a five-

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PAUL WIGLEYPaul Wigley graduated from the University of Minnesota with a bachelor’s degree in music education (’77) and received his master’s degree in music education from the University of Northern Iowa (’93). Recently retired from teaching choral music, advanced placement music theory, and class guitar at Lakeville (MN) North High School, Paul enjoyed numerous regional honors for his vocal jazz ensemble and toured extensively in Europe with the LNHS Chorale. He previously taught for the Algona (IA) Community School Dis-trict, which was the recipient of the Iowa Exemplary Music Program Award in November of 1998. He has delivered lectures on vocal jazz and barbershop harmony to many colleges and choral directors associations throughout the Midwest.

A popular clinician, Paul has worked with barbershop Youth in Harmony festivals in Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota, and is currently the director of the Minneapolis Commodores, who qualified for the international barber-shop chorus contest in 2007 and 2009. He is currently Category Specialist in the Music category of the Barbershop Harmony Society judging system, and most recently served as facilitator for the BHS judging seminar in the United Kingdom.

time international medalist quartet lead singer, and directs The Alliance of Greater Central Ohio, a three-time international medalist chorus.

Mark Schlinkert, lead, began vocal training quite early as a boy soprano. His parents were barbershop harmony singers, so this exposure to singing and performing gave him a true love for the stage.

Jared Carlson, bass, was the tenor singer in BHS International gold medal comedy quartet, Fred. His quick wit and penchant for comedy makes him a highly sought after coach for comedy work. Jared has a wonderful eye for costume fashion.



TIMOTHYTAKACHReviewed as “gorgeous” (Washington Post) and “stunning” (Lawrence Journal-World), the music of Timothy C. Takach has risen fast in the concert world. Applauded for his melodic lines and rich, intriguing harmonies, Takach has received over 80 commissions. His compo-sitions have been heard on NPR and have been recorded by ensembles across North America.

Takach has received grants from the American Composers Forum, Meet the Composer, Min-nesota State Arts Board, Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, and yearly ASCAP awards since 2004. He is a co-creator of the theatrical pro-duction of All is Calm: the Christmas Truce of 1914, by Peter Rothstein. The critically adored show has had over 100 performances since it’s premiere in 2006. He was also selected for the 2014 Nautilus Music-Theater Composer-Librettist Studio.

Takach studied music composition at St. Olaf College, Northfield, MN, where he graduated with honors. He has frequent work as a pre-senter, clinician and lecturer for conventions, schools and organizations across the country. He has been Artist-in-Residence at the Uni-versity of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and a featured presenter at Vassar College’s Modfest. He is a full-time composer and lives in Minneapolis.

DR. TIM0THY MCMILLIN Dr. McMillin is Director of Choral Activities and Associate Professor of Music at Simpson College, where he also serves as Chairman of the Music. He earned a doctoral degree in cho-ral conducting from Michigan State University and degrees in music education from the Uni-versity of St. Thomas and Simpson College.Dr. McMillin is Artistic Director and Conduc-tor of the Des Moines Vocal Arts Ensemble, a competitively auditioned chamber choir in the greater Des Moines community committed to excellence in choral artistry. He is called upon often as a guest conductor, clinician, and adju-dicator around Iowa and the Midwest.

The DES MOINES VOCAL ARTS ENSEMBLE was formed with a vision of promoting excellent choral performance in the community by bringing a variety of serious choral musical styles within a chamber set-ting. At the same time, the choir is intended to create a special opportunity for serious musi-cians who desire an intense and concentrated investigation of the repertoire. The Des Moines Vocal Arts Ensemble was selected by audition to perform for the 2004 regional convention of the American Choral Directors Association and is happy to be a featured performer during the 2015 ICDA Summer Symposium.

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2014 summer SYMPOSIUM [email protected] Reese320 Cherokee DrPark View, IA 52748(563)285-6747

Davenport Central High School1120 Main StDavenport, IA 52803563-323-9900 ext 257

2015 summer SYMPOSIUM [email protected] Babcock1804 28th StDes Moines, IA 50310515-274-6986

Central College812 University, Campus Box 6100Pella, IA 50219515-641-6285HIGH SCHOOL AWARDS [email protected] Gerard Krupke9046 Old Orchard DrNorwalk, IA 50211563-340-8119Norwalk High School1201 N AveNorwalk, IA 50211515-901-4201OPUS [email protected] Nancy Ewing814 2nd Ave SELe Mars, IA 51031Le Mars Middle School977 3rd Ave SWLe Mars, IA [email protected] Jennifer Wagner1305 E HarrisonWashington, IA 52101319-461-7881Highland Jr/Sr High School1715 Vine StRiverside, IA 52327319-648-2891TECHNOLOGY [email protected] Chris Johnson2212 Kellogg AveAmes, IA 50010Grand Avenue Baptist Church612 24th StAmes, IA 50010-4810

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WAUKEE HIGH SCHOOL A CAPPELLA is an auditioned ensemble open to all students enrolled grades 10-12 who elicit a mature vocal tone and demon-

strate advanced musical skill. This ensemble provides an intensive and highly rewarding musical experience through the in-depth study of music from each time period of music history is explored, including multicultural selections from around the world. A Cappella has earned a reputation for excellence. They frequently perform at various festivals and events and have worked with such notables as the King Singers and international Opera star, Simon Estes. The ensemble performs an an-nual Festival of Peace performance, frequently records CDs, and tours biennially. A Cap-pella appeared at the 2005 ACDA National Convention and the 2006 and 2010 North Central Regional Conventions.

Amy HallAmy Hall is in her 5th year as the Head of Choral Activities at Waukee High School, where she has been a part of the vocal mu-sic program since 1999. She is a graduate of Simpson College and holds a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Drake Uni-versity. She has been involved in church music as well as civic youth choruses including the Ames Children’s Choir, Des Moines Children’s Choruses, and Heartland Youth Choir. She has been active and served on the board of the Iowa Choral Directors Association. Amy is the organist/pianist at Waukee United Methodist Church and enjoys the opportunity to share music with the congregation and choirs for the WUMC community.

BARBARASLETTO Barbara Sletto, Founder and Artistic Direc-tor of the Heartland Youth Choir, completed her Masters of Arts in Music Education with a Kodály emphasis from the University of St. Thomas. She is also trained in Orff and Dal-croze methodology. She is a frequent clinician for music educators throughout the United States and has taught Kodaly certification course at both Mississippi College and Drake University. Under her direction, choirs have performed for National Kodaly and Orff Con-ferences, regional Music Educators National Conferences, and American Choral Directors Association divisional and state conferences in Alabama, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Tennessee and Texas. Barbara also served as the director of the Drake University Chorale from 2004-2012.

HEARTLAND YOUTH CHOIRHYC is a civic organization that provides a performance-based program for youth, emphasizing musical literacy and character development. The choir is comprised of 160 singers from 15 counties in central Iowa. They have performed with the Des Moines Sym-phony, the Des Moines Choral Society, Drake University Choirs and Orchestra and numer-ous times with Des Moines Metro Opera. The Choir tours each year and has performed in festivals throughout the United States. They have been selected to perform at Organiza-tion of American Kodaly Educators National Conferences, American Youth Choral Direc-tors Conference, the North Central American Choral Directors Association Conference and the American Guild of Organists Conference.

PRE ALL-STATE [email protected] Sally Dunn5025 Binney StOmaha,NE 68104515-231-0618

Glenwood Middle School400 Silvers RdGlenwood, IA 51534712-527-3411Retired member [email protected] Gloria Corbin2128 Terra LaneCoralville, IA 52241319-338-5012weston noble endowment [email protected] Youngquist831 South 13th AveWashington, IA 52353319-653-4673FAX 319-653-6394SOCIAL MEDIA [email protected] Jennifer Wagner1305 E HarrisonWashington, IA 52101319-461-7881Highland Jr/Sr High School1715 Vine StRiverside, IA 52327319-648-2891mentor [email protected] Rausch317 Pershing AveDecorah, IA 52101319-329-4089Decorah High School100 E ClaiborneDecorah, IA 52101563-382-3643 ext 1216 iaae [email protected] Jennifer Gaesser1214 E 22nd StAtlantic, IA 50022Atlantic High School1201 E 14th StAtlantic, IA 50022712-243-5358

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ANDY LASTDr. Andrew Last is an Assistant Professor of Music at Luther College where he conducts the Collegiate Chorale and the first-year men’s ensemble, Norsemen, and teaches conduct-ing. Last holds a DMA in choral conducting from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, a MM from Northern Arizona University, and a BA in music education and voice from Luther College. His high school teaching experience includes positions at both Xavier High School in Cedar Rapids and Tipton High School.

About his session... Making Your Minutes Count Every day, teachers walk into rehearsal with a finite number of minutes to get everything ac-complished. How we, as teachers, manage that time is of utmost importance as we get past the paperwork responsibilities, get past the notes and rhythms, and really get to the heart of the music. This session explores proven strategies that make every minute of every rehearsal count.

SARAH VANWAARDHUISENSarah Van Waardhuizen is in her 11th year of teaching. She has taught choral music to stu-dents at all grade levels and is currently a voice instructor at Central College. Van Waard-huizen enjoys judging show choir and solo/ensemble contests and working with teachers to empower their students in the classroom through autonomy-centered motivation. She has one more year of coursework at The University of Iowa, where she is working on a Ph.D. in Music Education.

About her session... Vocal Pedagogy Through the Ages: Empowering Expansion and Expedi-tion High school singers are establishing their own foundational singing techniques and exploring their sense of vocal freedom. In this session, we will discuss how to talk with a high school student about using their vocal mechanism correctly, what types of language “makes sense” in explaining the vocal tract, and help you feel equipped to teach your students how to care for their own instruments so they can experience a healthy, life-long vocal adventure.

JONATHAN REEDWILL OPEN THE SYMPOSIUM AS OUR KEYNOTE SPEAKER

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JOY HESSEJoy Hesse, M.A. CCC-SLP, is a Speech-Language Pathologist with more than 25 years of experience. Ms. Hesse has worked in a variety of clinical settings and for the past 17 years with a large otolaryngology practice providing evaluation and treat-ment for both pediatric and adult patients. She specializes in the evaluation and treatment of the professional voice. She has lectured regionally and nationally and served as guest lecturer at several colleges and universities throughout Iowa.

MELODY EASTER-CLUTTERMelody Easter-Clutter directs the middle school choral program in Indianola. She is co-author of Alfred’s “Ready, Set, Rhythm!” Melody is currently serving as the South Central District Representa-tive for ICDA

About her session... Movement and Rhythm for Upper Elementary and Middle School

Do your upper elementary and middle school students really understand how to count rhythms? Do you need to build your choral program? Do you need boys in your middle school choir? This workshop will be filled singing, movement, and other music activities built around a new rhyth-mic curriculum. Attend to learn how to integrate 10-minute kinesthetic exercises into your rehearsal plans and to be inspired!

DISTRICT CHAIRS

south central district [email protected] Melody Easter-Clutter1305 South R StIndianola, IA 50125515-961-0067Indianola Middle School 403 South 15th StIndianola, IA 50125515-961-9530 SOUTHEAST DISTRICT [email protected] Jason Woodley304 35th St, No 204Fort Madison, IA 52627319-330-9221Central Lee CSD2642 Hwy 218Donnellson, IA 52625319-835-5121FAX 319-835-5609

NORTHEAST DISTRICT [email protected] Teresa Slade1800 Glenn Oak StDubuque, IA 52001Hempstead High School3715 Pennsylvania AveDubuque, IA 52002563-552-5289

EAST CENTRAL DISTRICT [email protected] Lois Martin1002 1st AveVinton, IA 52349319-472-4825Vinton-Shellsburg MS/HS212 W 15th StVinton, IA 52349319-436-4728 ext 943NORTHWEST DISTRICT [email protected] Linda Johnson216 South Walnut Box 8Odebolt, IA 51458712-668-2729OABCIG High School900 Montgomery DrIda Grove, IA 51445712-364-3371

The Singers: Minnesota Choral Artists directed by Matthew Culloton

MINNESOTA SINGERS & MATTHEW CULLOTON




SHELLEY DROE Shelley Droe has taught students through mu-sic for 23 years. For the first few years she was a band director and the rest have been spent as an elementary music teacher in the states of CO, FL, and IA. The last 10 years have been spent at Lincoln Elementary in Cedar Falls. She is married to husband, Kevin; has a daughter, Anjah (senior this year!); and has two Labradors named Cocoa and Bean.

About her session... Getting The Most From Your Elementary Musician At this session, I will share the techniques I’ve used to help students learn and enjoy music. We will discuss ways to naturally motivate, excite, and empower your students to work at their ability level in order to make the most of the limited time we see our students.

THEREES HIBBARD Dr. Therees Tkach Hibbard has served as con-ductor, adjudicator, and clinician for numer-ous choral organizations throughout Great Britain, Europe and North America; as well as in Hong Kong and Muscat, Oman. Before joining the faculty at the UNL Glenn Korff School of Music she worked for twelve years as a singer, choral conductor, singing tutor and senior lecturer at several UK colleges and universities in the London area including the London College of Music, the Royal College of Music Junior Department, and Roehamp-ton University. She is currently Associate Professor of Choral Music at the University of Nebraska- Lincoln where she teaches conduct-ing, choral literature, and directs the Uni-versity Chamber Singers and the University Chorale.

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SarahFAIRFIELDSarah Fairfield earned a Ph.D. in Music Education at The University of Iowa. She has over 15 years of experience teaching in the Iowa City Community School District and is also a faculty member at Coe College. She spent many summers studying a variety of music teaching methods, including Kodály, Dalcroze, and World Music Drumming. Sarah has successfully completed Levels I, II, III, and master classes in the Orff-Schulwerk philosophy. She recently finished serving as a Regional Representative to the National Board of Trustees of the American Orff-Schulwerk Association.

About her sessions...

A Playground of Creativity:Come and explore the connection between movement, creativity, and music-making by learning a variety of hand clapping games and songs from around the world. Participants will explore the connection between beat and rhythm while engaging in songs, dances, and hand clapping games appropriate for students of all ages. Singing and the Schulwerk:Participants will explore a variety of activities designed to develop healthy vocal skills in elementary-age children. Come to engage in several activities designed to develop healthy, confident, and independent young singers, including vocal exploration, improvisation, and learning a variety of songs from around the world.

THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE STANDARD IN EACH DORM ROOM:4 2 twin beds WITH sheets and pillows4 2 small chests of drawers4 2 wardrobes4 air conditioning4 free wireless internet available4 bathroom shared by two rooms4 2 towels

Please consider staying in the NEW, AIR-CONDITIONED rooms at NIACC this year. Turn the page to read more and see pictures of the new dorms. EXTRA STUFF YOU MIGHT BRING...o irono alarm clocko camera o umbrella

CLOTHES...Dress for comfort during the day. Bring at least 2 nice/dressy outfits.

Mason City has extremely unpredictable weather. Sometimes the day is hot and then it will cool down to the 50’s at night. The auditorium can be chilly, so consider a sweater or light sweatshirt.

WHAT YOUSHOULD BRING

NEW THIS YEAR: Consider your pledge

to Endowment Campaign and the Symposium Gala.

Any amount donated or pledged provides entrance into this

gala event with great entertainment and

refreshments at the MacNider Art

Museum.

Give as generously as you are able to our future and consider

the $1000 Challenge that many have

accepted.

Pledges made before July 1, 2015 will be

listed in the program. See page 23 for more information and how

you can donate.

HHHThe $1,000Challenge



Please consider staying in the NEW, AIR-CONDITIONED rooms at NIACC this year. Think comfort, cost-savings, and community! The costs are outlined on the Registration Form. They are much less expensive than a hotel room, but just as comfortable. Doubles and singles are available. In addition, they are close to our programming and offer a better opportunity to connect with choral colleagues. NIACC has worked hard to design housing that resembles a hotel experience, but with significant cost-savings. Please stay with us and enhance the whole Symposium experience.

STAY AT NIACC!

NORTH CENTRAL DISTRICT [email protected] Jason Heitland1265 Division StGarner, IA 50438Garner-Hayfield Community Schools605 Lyons StGarner, IA 50438641-923-2632 southwest district [email protected] Walker28 Cooper AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503712-310-1459Thomas Jefferson High School2501 W BroadwayCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501712-328-6493FAX: 712-328-6497

CENTRAL DISTRICT [email protected] Lisa Ott21353 620th AveNevada,IA 50201515-370-1451Nevada Middle Scool1035 15th StNevada, IA 50201515-382-2751 ext 244

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ICDA 2015 SUMMER SYMPOSIUM PRE-REGISTRATION FORM

Name (as desired on badge)

__________________________________________________________________

ACDA Member Number __________________________________ Expiration ________________________ (Member pricing requires current ACDA membership both at time of registration and during symposium.)

Home Address __________________________________________City/State/Zip _____________________________________________

Summer Phone _________________________Summer E-mail (registration confirmation sent here) _______________________________

Institution (as desired on badge) _____________________________________________________________________________________

I would like to be in the Director’s Chorus with Jonathan Reed _______ Voice part (circle) S A T B

Check All That Apply: ___ 1st year teacher Fall 2015 ___ 1st year teacher Fall 2014 ___ 1st ICDA Symposium

MEMBER PRICING Pre-Registration Fee (Postmark deadline) July 1 At Door ___ ACDA Member (Includes music packet) $295.00 $395.00 $____________

___ Retired Teacher/Student (With prior teaching experience) $130.00 $160.00 $____________

___ ICDA Student Member (With no teaching experience) $40.00 $50.00 $____________

___ Single Day* - Circle Day (one) M T W TH $150.00 $200.00 $____________

___ Retired ACDA Member Single Day*- Circle Day (one) M T W TH $45.00 $65.00 $____________

NON-MEMBER PRICING (All except spouse require completed membership form) ___ Non-ACDA Member $395.00 $495.00 $____________

___ Non-ACDA Retired/Student (With prior teaching experience) $175.00 $205.00 $____________

___ Non-ACDA Student (With no teaching experience) $75.00 $85.00 $____________

___ Non-ACDA Member Single Day* - Circle Day (one) M T W TH $250.00 $300.00 $____________

___ Non-ACDA Retired Single Day* - Circle Day (one) M T W TH $90.00 $110.00 $____________

___ Non-ACDA Spouse (Does not include a music packet) $50.00 $70.00 $____________

HOUSING AND MEALS (All registration types) All Rooms now AIR CONDITIONED!

___ Double Room Housing Mon-Wed night; Meals Mon dinner-Thurs lunch $200.00 $250.00 $____________

Roommate selection, I request to room with __________________________________________________________

___ Single Room Housing Mon-Wed night; Meals Mon dinner-Thurs lunch $265 $300 $____________

___ Commuter Lunch/Dinner Meal Plan: Mon dinner –Thurs lunch $75.00 $75.00 $____________

___ Additional Sunday night room (no meals) Single $45, Double $22.50 (check in 4-5p) $____________

Grand total: $____________

Additional Contribution/Pledge (Circle one) to Endowment (Gala on Wednesday evening) $____________

***PAYMENT OPTIONS – NO PURCHASE ORDERS – CREDIT CARDS OR CHECKS ONLY*** 1. Credit Card Number:_______________________________________________________ Expiration Date:______________ CVV (3-digit or 4-digit security code):___________ Billing Address Zip Code:_____________

Forms with credit card payments may be faxed to (319) 895-8443 or scanned and sent via e-mail to [email protected]. 2. Or, make your check payable to: IOWA CHORAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION, INC. Mail this form with payment to: Iowa Choral Directors Association, Inc. Joleen Nelson Woods, Executive Secretary/Treasurer 209 Oak Ridge Drive SE, Mount Vernon, IA 52314 3. If postmarked after July 1, the “at door” fee will be applied and the remaining balance will be due at registration. All receipts and schedules will be provided at the registration desk. 4. REGISTRATION FEES ONLY will be refunded after July 1, 2015. 5. Convention Location: North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC), Mason City, Iowa 6. Registration and Check-in: Monday, July 27, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM (Activity Center Main Entrance). 7. Please note we are unable to accommodate unique dietary restrictions.

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