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Submission Guidelines for Performing Choirs - 2027 National Conference pg 3

a. The three audio submissions (six for co-conductors) should include representative examples of the choir’s perfor-
mance in each of the last three academic years (September through August), and each submitted recording must
be conducted by the same conductor.

i. One selection from the 2025–2026 academic year or 2026 calendar year
ii. One selection from the 2024–2025 academic year or 2025 calendar year
iii. One selection from the 2023–2024 academic year or 2024 calendar year
b. For each piece included in the recording, include a PDF file of one concert program when that selection was
performed. Each PDF file should display the program page that includes the repertoire. If the date is not shown
on the repertoire page, also include the page that shows the date of the performance. Redact information that
identifies the ensemble and conductor.

c. The uploaded audio files should contain only complete pieces (each 5 minutes or less). If a multi-movement work
is excerpted, include an entire movement.
d. Submissions must be unedited recordings performed by the same conductor and the same ensemble; live
in-concert performances are preferred and encouraged.

e. Recordings may not be enhanced or engineered in any way.
f. Recordings should reflect repertoire similar in complexity and style to the program proposed for the national
conference performance, but they need not be pieces on your proposed program.

g. Submit files in .mp3 format as three separate audio files.

For Contemporary A Cappella and Show Choirs Only:
1. A list of your proposed repertoire for the 2027 conference. The proposed program should include the following:

a. The title, composer and/or arranger, poet/lyricist, complete publication information for each piece (if available),
website link (if available) to publisher/distributor, and;
b. The approximate performance time of each piece. Total program time should not exceed 25 minutes total on
stage, including applause.

c. It is understood that many ensembles will not have their final sets or arrangements determined at the time of
application. If accepted, a final program including all song titles, songwriter credits, and arranger names is due
to ACDA no later than October 1, 2026. This document should also include information about any technical needs
from the venue such as the number of handheld microphones required. A production meeting will be scheduled
with each performing group to consider logistics and other technical details. Proof of copyright compliance may
be requested at any time. This includes proof of licensing for all custom arrangements, which can include: a) a re-
ceipt of purchase showing one copy per ensemble member from a publisher or retailer, or b) a license certificate
from the publisher or copyright owner. Please review the “Additional logistical information if selected” section
for more information.

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