Invitation to the Halifax Summer Choral Conducting Symposium July 10-13, 2013

Dear music Educator/Choral Conductor,

I am writing to invite you to become involved in a new choral music initiative taking place in Halifax, NS, July 10-13, 2013, the Halifax Summer Choral Conducting Symposium: www.halifaxsummerchoral.com

The Halifax Summer Choral Conducting Symposium exists to bring quality summer choral conducting instruction to the Maritimes. Designed for music educators and professionals of all levels, this four-day intensive workshop offers practical instruction in choral and vocal pedagogy, conducting technique, choral repertoire, and rehearsal technique. Join us for a variety of masterclasses, interest sessions, joint rehearsals and private instruction.

The 2013 HSCCS faculty brings a breadth of experience to the programme. Artistic Director, Dr. Caron Daley (Trinity Western University), Dr. Christianne Rushton (Acadia University), Claire Mallin (Acadia University), Shawn Whynot (Halifax Grammar School, Bethany United Church) and Lynette Wahlstrom (Dalhousie University, First Baptist Church) will present the conductor, teacher, singer, church musician, and collaborative pianist perspectives. Visit www.halifaxsummerchoral.com for complete faculty bios.

 We invite you to become involved in the HSCCS in one of four ways:

1. Active conductor (daily podium time with Symposium Chorus, participation in all sessions, private vocal and conducting coachings) - Registration due May 15, 2013
2. Auditing conductor (participation in all sessions, private vocal coaching) - Registration due May 15, 2013
3. Symposium Chorus member (semi-professional/professional choristers supporting event)
4. Saturday only (admission to morning sessions and final concert)

The 2013 repertoire is Vivaldi’s Gloria. Join the faculty and conductors of the Halifax Summer Choral Conducting Symposium as they perform together, Saturday, July 13, at 4pm at Bethany United Church, Halifax.

Please visit www.halifaxsummerchoral.com to register for the event!

Join us, this summer, for the inaugural Halifax Summer Choral Conducting Symposium!