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s an official publication of

ACDA, the Choral Journal (CJ)
Ahas fostered scholarship while
simultaneously disseminating orga-

nizational news and information for
over sixty years. The early issues
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consisted mostly of news related writ-
ings and ads with a few pedagogical
articles. Over time, CJ emerged as

an internationally recognized, peer-
reviewed publication that today, pro-
mulgates research and pedagogical

articles about choral music and relat-
ed topics. The Journal has and contin-
ues to serve as a barometer of evolv-
ing norms and practices in the choral
field. Because of its scope and reach,

one might argue that its articles have
not just informed but shaped the
ideas, practices, and opinions of the

choral profession.
Because of its longstanding and
varied contributions to the field, CJ
provides a wealth of data for scholars
to mine. While a number of music

journals have served as the focus of
various content analyses, few schol-
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arly writings have analyzed the occur-

rence and recurrence of particular
topics in the Choral Journal, in par-
3
ticular, analysis of and recommended
repertoire for treble/SA choirs. This
type of analysis is needed to provide

perspective and context to discussions
about treble/SA choirs.

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