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2026 ACDA Southwestern Region Conference March 4-7, 2026 Albuquerque, New Mexico

Special Events
S pecial E v en ts

even bigger, as all SWACDA attendees are invited to
Big Sing (Friday) join this uplifting experience. Don’t miss this chance to

hear a wide variety of choirs in a relaxed, joyful setting
One of the most joyful and talked-about events from that embodies the best of our choral community.
the 2024 conference is returning for SWACDA 2026
in Albuquerque: the Big Sing. Coordinated by Jennifer
Sengin, this informal gathering brings together many
of the conference’s performing choirs to share one or All-Conference Dinner (Friday @ 5:30 pm)
two of their favorite pieces with fellow ensembles. What
makes the Big Sing unique is its spirit of support and Held in the vibrant Albuquerque Convention Cen-
community. Choirs perform not for adjudication or cri- ter Civic Plaza (with a beautiful indoor ballroom op-
tique but to celebrate one another’s artistry, creating an tion in case of inclement weather), this gathering is the
atmosphere of encouragement that is truly inspiring. In perfect opportunity to celebrate with both new and
2024, the event was a highlight of the conference, with longtime friends. Enjoy an unforgettable evening fea-
each choir receiving extraordinary support and appre- turing the passion and artistry of a Flamenco dance
ciation from their peers. For 2026, the Big Sing will be performance, along with the creativity of local Albu-

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