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November 2015 ChoraLink
Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you're looking forward to a few days of retreat and reflection, turning your focus to the many things we each have to be grateful for.
One of the things I'm deeply thankful for is ACDA's continued work on behalf of each of it's members. I'm truly grateful for the thoughtful and selfless energy contributed by so many of you. I'm inspired by your ideas and energy. And I'm excited to see so many of you in Boston in a few short months!
 To get you in a thankful mood, this month's blog offerings give you even more in-depth previews of the conference choirs and interest sessions. And to hear even more, make sure you've liked our Facebook Page so that you'll keep up-to-date on our bi-weekly "Conference choirs spotlights" and other announcements. My best to each of you for a relaxing holiday. As always, I'm listening, and I'm here to serve.
ACDA Eastern Division President
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President Elect Elections Open
 All members should have received an email this week with a link to allow you to vote for the next ACDA Eastern Division President Elect (to take office in June 2018, following Paul Head's term, 2016-2018).
We have two exciting candidates on the ballot: Dr. Peggy Dettwiler (Mansfield University) and Mr. Russell Hammond (Ledyard High School). Please read more about them here, and then vote!
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Shining Sun: Choral Light in Boston
Patrick Gardner
Director of Choral Studies, The Mason Gross School of the Arts, Rutgers
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Vital Force: Using T'ai Chi Chih and Movement Techniques to Teach Conducting
It's February 11 and you're in Boston for a very exciting ACDA Eastern Division Convention, ready to be inspired at every turn and surprise! It's cold outside, with perhaps just a little bit of snow (hopefully not as much as last year). For any of the three mornings while we are there, I invite you to start your day with a moving, meditative session of T'ai Chi Chih and other movement styles. See for yourself how these simple techniques will center you and focus your breath while building your core and balance for strong conducting... Read the rest at the ACDA East Blog.
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Eat, Drink, and Be Merry! The Rounds of Thomas Ravenscroft
Chris Clark
Director of Vocal Music, Southern Berkshire Regional School District
This session will take place the evening of Wednesday, February 10th, at Dillon's Pub in the Back Bay. Together we will imbibe refreshing beverages, dine on delectable cuisine, and sing together the many drinking rounds of Ravenscroft...Read the rest at the ACDA East Blog
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The Conference in the Palm of Your Hand!
Mark A. Boyle
Conference Tech Liaison
The Boston Conference is pushing boundaries in more ways than one! For the first time, we will exclusively be using an app to replace the traditional conference program book. We have partnered with DoubleDutch, one of the industry leaders in conference apps and are excited to provide a top shelf experience in communication, scheduling, and general information. ..Read the rest at the ACDA East Blog
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