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Rising Voices: Perspectives from

Early-Career Choral Directors

in Higher Education

ERIC
RUBINSTEIN
ERIC RUBINSTEIN

n recent years, we have witnessed several
historical and cultural moments that have
I given us renewed perspectives on the
world: the COVID-19 pandemic, a widening
political divide, and a growing mental health
crisis, among others. While this has certainly

made a lasting impression on our communities-
at-large, it has also affected the academic and
musical experiences of our students, and our
roles as educators. In an effort to highlight
different (and potentially new) philosophies
and resources in choral music, four choral
directors within the first five years of their
careers in higher education were surveyed on
the topics of culture, curriculum, recruitment,

and resources. Each director represents a range
of past experiences, personal demographics,
and geographic locations spanning four ACDA
regions.

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