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1:00 pm - 1:50 pm spirit of South Africa through music 3 Choral Pioneers: A Conversation
and movement! with Charlene Archibeque and

Exhibitor’s Showcase Michael Barrett, presenter André Thomas

OPEN TO BOTH TRACKS Fairmont Dallas Hotel
Edith Copley, presider
National Concerts Vice President, ACDA National Venetian Room
Meyerson Symphony Center Conference Chair This panel session is designed to
Horchow Hall convey the wisdom and past experi-
ences of a group of noted choral con-
2 Brain Smart Rehearsals ductor/educators. We will have an
in-person discussion with renowned
1:10 pm- 2:00 pm National Shrine Cathedral of choral pioneers Charlene Archibeque
Our Lady of Guadalupe and André Thomas interwoven with
Sanctuary impactful quotes from the late Peter
Interest Sessions Bagley and the late Joseph Flum-
Choose from eight options This session will explore the merfelt. Also, Maria Guinand, Eph

benefits of being “brain-smart” in Ehly, Ann Howard Jones, and Henry
OPEN TO BOTH TRACKS
rehearsals. Participants will be up and Leck’s advice on choral pedagogy and
1 Africa Rejoice: Sing and Dance moving for nearly the entire session programming will be shared. These

the South African Way and will leave with resources to keep choral conductors are pioneers of di-
the director and the singers fired up versity, artistry, conducting technique,
First United Methodist Church for the entire year. Participants will music publication, and educational
Sanctuary experience brain break activities and innovation.
creative teaching strategies that can
Join Michael Barrett and the Uni- be used to increase focus, energy, Gregory Gentry, presenter
versity of Pretoria (TUKS) Camerata and creativity in choral rehearsals. with Charlene Archibeque and
for an engaging workshop that delves Participants will leave with a toolkit of André J. Thomas
into the vibrant world of South Af- more than eighty brain break, team,
rican singing and dancing. We will and learning activities that they can Emilie Bertram, presider
explore cultural nuances, language, use to enhance their choral rehearsals Waldorf University
and the art of movement in perfor- and improve the overall experience
mance, including the joyous practice for their singers.
of ululation. This is also a chance to 4 Every Student Matters:
connect with the incredible students Stephen Rew, presenter Crafting Inclusive Spaces
of TUKS Camerata. This interactive for LGBTQIA+ Students
experience celebrates the rich cultural Beth Richey-Sullivan, presider
diversity of South Africa and exam- Blue Valley Northwest High School First United Methodist Church
ines the profound connection be- Upper Room (3rd Floor)
tween peace and the unifying power
of music. Together, we will journey This session empowers music
through the past, present, and future educators to foster inclusivity for
of South African traditions, immers- LGBTQIA+ students. We will ex-
ing ourselves in TUKS Camerata’s plore proactive strategies for creating
beloved repertoire. Don’t miss this welcoming environments in music
unique opportunity to experience the classrooms, addressing unique chal-
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