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before posting images of students or copyrighted material.

In the inevitable event that conflict does arise, prior com-
munication gives the teacher a useful basis for discussion
with parents. In my experience, the lion’s share of conflict
stems from a lack of communication from the music office
regarding rehearsals or events. Remaining vigilant and pro-
active with communication helps to provide transparency
and trust in the choral program. Without it, conflict is all
but certain. Happy planning, my friends.

For more on this topic of communicating with
parents, see these past articles, online at acda.org:

“Communicating with Parents—
Help for Music Teachers”
by Susan Dill
ChorTeach Winter 2015, page 2

Practical communication strategies to help
choir directors initiate and foster constructive
communication with parents. A sample handbook
and strategies for conflict resolution are included.

“How to Share What You Teach,”
by Brandon Williams
Choral Journal April 2015, page 75
Explaining the value of singing and music education
in general with parents and administrators.

“The Care and Feeding of Choir Parents,”
by Pamela Burns
Choral Journal June-July 2019, page 38
The author examines the value of maintaining
a positive relationship with the parents of young
singers.

ChorTeach Volume 15 • Issue 2 6 Winter 2023