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Research Report

Elizabeth Hearn and
Elizabeth Cassidy Parker, editors

Overview and Editorial Transition

by Elizabeth Hearn and Elizabeth Cassidy Parker

We are honored to serve as editors of the Choral Jour- • A focused discussion of a single study or a small group
nal Research Report column. In addition to this role, of studies.
Parker has recently assumed the position of chair of
the ACDA Research & Publications Standing Commit- • A synthesis of a broader body of peer-reviewed liter-
tee, and together we look forward to continuing this ature.
column’s mission of connecting choral scholarship
with practice. We extend sincere thanks to Bryan Nich- • A topical review that links research findings to current
ols for his dedicated service as the previous editor of issues in the choral field.
this column. His leadership and guidance have been
invaluable during this transition. Regardless of format, submissions should move
beyond summary and provide clear implications for
practice that include actions or considerations that
Purpose and Scope conductors and educators may apply directly in their
The Research Report column exists to advance the professional work. Our goal is to connect scholarship
visibility of choral music research by presenting schol- with the lived realities of the rehearsal room.
arship in ways that inform, challenge, and enrich the
work of practitioners across diverse contexts. Wheth-
er directing a community ensemble, preparing future Call for Submissions
music educators, or leading singers in rehearsal, read- The journal welcomes submissions year-round from
ers should find research here that sparks reflection and scholars, practitioners, and graduate students who wish
offers meaningful application. We seek to amplify the to share their work with the Choral Journal readership.
voices of scholars who investigate and interpret choral Authors conducting studies, reviewing literature, or re-
topics grounded in peer-reviewed scholarship. flecting on the relationship between research and prac-
Submissions may take a variety of forms, including, tice are encouraged to contribute. Interested authors
but not limited to: should direct their manuscripts and inquiries to Libby
Hearn—ehearn@olemiss.edu.

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