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2026 ACDA Eastern Region Conference February 25-28, 2026 Providence, Rhode Island

Chester University, Michigan State University, and The posed original works for film, and remains an active
Ohio State University. performer and clinician.

Spencer Camacho is a multifaceted ed-
ucator, musician, and researcher whose
work spans music technology, leadership, A Cappella Pop
and creative collaboration. A first-gener- Choral Reading Session for Everyone!
ation college graduate, Camacho is cur-
rently pursuing a PhD in leadership with a focus on Come join us to explore pop a cappella repertoire
organizational development at the University of South- arranged with choir in mind—no soloists or vocal per-
ern Maine. He holds degrees in music education and cussion! These pieces can be performed by any size en-
music technology from West Chester University and semble, from one on a part to a choir of one hundred
NYU, with additional studies in music production and plus. We’ll do a deep dive into some contemporary rep-
civic leadership. He brings a unique lens to music ed- ertoire of arrangers, voice parts, and accessibility lev-
ucation rooted in identity, access, and innovation. As els. Pop music is a great tool to “bring in” students who
a proud member of the LGBTQ+ and Colombian may not have otherwise been interested in choir, and
communities, his work centers on empowering others this session will provide responsive strategies to explore
through inclusive artistry and service-based leadership. multiple contemporary genres and attract new students
He has produced music for university campaigns, com- to your program.

Summer at Adult Programs:

Ȩ CoOPERAtive
Westminster Ȩ Ȩ Conducting Intensive
Choral Festival
Ȩ Voice Pedagogy Institute
Ȩ Special Topics in Choral Pedagogy

1- and 2-week intensive programs for high High School Programs:
school students, young artists, and professionals Ȩ Solo Pianist Week
Ȩ Vocal Institute
offered by Westminster Choir College.
Ȩ Organ Institute
Ȩ Game Design Academy
Ȩ Solo Vocal Artist

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