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2026 ACDA Northwestern Region Conference

Conference Overview

We are excited to invite you to gion—lifting up voices and experiences to inspire
the 2026 Northwestern ACDA you in your work. Together we will connect with
Region Conference, “Sing for a colleagues and friends who share our passion for the
Change,” to be held March 4–7, choral art. We will learn from some of the greatest
2026, in Tacoma, Washington. minds in our field, gaining fresh insights and prac-
Our region is one of breath- tical tools to bring back to our singers at home. We
Bill Campbell taking beauty and geographical will be moved by the artistry of outstanding choirs
diversity. From the shores of Alas- from across the region, each performance remind-
ka to the rugged landscapes of ing us of the transformative impact of music made
Idaho, Wyoming, and Montana, in community.
to the coasts of Washington and The theme “Sing for a Change” calls us to ac-
Oregon, we are bound by a love tion. Singing has always been more than notes and
of choral music and the commu- rhythms. It is a way of shaping the world around
nities it creates. Tacoma, with ma- us. Whether advocating for justice, nurturing be-
Steven Zielke jestic Mt. Rainier rising above it, longing, or simply lifting spirits, our voices carry the
provides a striking setting for our power to make a difference. In 2026, as we gather
gathering. This land is on the traditional homelands in Tacoma, we will celebrate not only the beauty of
of the Puyallup and Nisqually Tribes and on lands our region and the excellence of our choirs but also
with deep significance to other Coast Salish Tribes. our shared vision to use our voices to build a better
We are inspired to use our voices for change, to con- world.
nect, heal, and inspire. We cannot wait to welcome you to Tacoma. Join
This year’s conference will present the quality us as we “Sing for a Change.”
and diversity that is present in the Northwestern Re-

Northwestern Region Conference Registration Information

Until January 15 at 11:59 PM CST
Attendee $335 Retired $250 Student $100

January 16 - March 7
Attendee $360 Retired $275 Student $120

One Day $180 only available on site

Register at acda.org/region-conferences

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