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ACDA National Convention 2015
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The American Choral Directors Association will hold its
2015 National Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah, February 25-28.
This biennial gathering brings together approximately 20,000
choral conductors and singers for three days of informational
sessions, concerts, and special events designed to celebrate and
advance the choral art.

Following a competitive audition process that included
consideration of several hundred audition applications, 40 choral
ensembles were invited to present concerts. In addition to those
from the U.S., the list of prestigious performers includes choirs
from Cuba, Estonia, Ireland, Japan, Kenya, South Korea, Sweden,
and the United Kingdom.

For additional information visit www.acda.org (
http://acda.org/page.asp?page=conferences )

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Nordic Baltic Choral Festival 2015
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The 8th Nordic and Baltic Choral Festival will be held on
June 25 to 28, 2015 in Riga, thus celebrating its 20th
anniversary.

As during the period January 1 until June 30, 2015 Latvia holds
the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, the Festival
is organized also as the final event of the Presidency' s public
diplomacy and cultural program.

Nordic and Baltic Choral Festival as a tradition was
established in 1995 with the aim to bring together amateur choirs
from the Baltic and Nordic countries, to develop the singing
together tradition, including a cappella performances, being
characteristic just for the Baltics, and to promote mutual
European culture exchange.

The first festival took place in Latvia, Riga, in 1995,
gathering about 6000 singers from the Baltic and Nordic
countries. Later on the Festival was held in: Visby, Gotland,
Sweden (1997), Skien, Norway (2000), Klaipeda, Lithuania (2002),
Tartu, Estonia (2008), Reykjavik, Island (2010), Helsinki,
Finland (2012).

More detailed information about participation rules and
application at www.nordicbalticchoir.lv ( http://www.nordicbalticchoir.lv ).

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Europa Cantat XIX
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The Regional Artistic Committee (RAC) of the EUROPA CANTAT
XIX Pécs 2015 festival − composed of professionals of the choral
world coming from Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia and Hungary − had a
fruitful meeting on 4-5th October in Pécs. RAC members could
suggest music programs and conductors for long ateliers and
discovery ateliers, furthermore choirs and music ensembles, folk
groups and special programs to the festival fringe. The meeting
ended with the elaboration of the so-called National Days, a new
initiative for the Pécs festival to present the culture and
gastronomy of the member’s countries.

For more information check regularly www.ecpecs2015.hu (
http://www.ecpecs2015.hu ).

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World Youth Choir news
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At the hot spot! Seoul 2014 — This past August the choral
world gathered in Seoul for the IFCM's 10th World Symposium on
Choral Music under the motto ''Healing and Youth''! A
well-organized international event served with South Korean
culture’s flavors, tradition and heritage! Thanks to the kind
invitation of IFCM, the World Youth Choir was in Seoul presenting
current plans, working on future prospects within the activities
and exhibitions of the Choral EXPO, sharing the booth together
with ECA-EC and other Founding members of IFCM. Our colorful
booth with friendly and smiling presenters was a meeting point
for our former singers, conductors and hosts as well as for
potential new singers, new recruitment partners and future hosts.
Everyone was drawn to our booth by a dose of good energy, for an
overview of our successful past and memories, for a ''cup'' of
vibrant and constructive talks, a ''peek'' into the exciting
future plans and for a ''dessert'' of positive thoughts, ideas
and new, vigorous cooperation agreements. Pins, notebooks,
magazines, new WYC brochures were distributed. For pictures,
visit our -> Facebook page (
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152611489344241.1073741835.21223334240&type=3
) or our -> Pinterest (
http://www.pinterest.com/worldyouthchoir/10th-world-symposium-on-choral-music-seoul-korea/
) board.

Welcome on board! — After the General Assembly of the
International Federation for Choral Music held in Seoul this
summer, we are happy to announce that Mr. Rudolf de Beer, South
Africa/Norway, was appointed as a new World Youth Choir Board
member on behalf of IFCM. On the same occasion, Ms. Joy Hill,
United Kingdom, was appointed as new IFCM representative in the
World Youth Choir Artistic Committee. Congratulations!

Future PROSPECTS — Strategic meetings have been planned
between September and December 2014 where the steps will be
discussed and planned. We’re confident that the results will be
published before the end of 2014. We have actual negotiations
going on with several organizers: for four events in 2015, two
events in 2016, two events in 2017, one event for 2020. As we are
still in the stage of negotiations, plans will only be announced
and published after the agreements are signed; for the same
reason, a new (2014/2015) recruitment season will start only
after a session is secured. Once the next sessions and projects
are confirmed, decisions will be made on further steps and the
recruitment partners will be informed accordingly. This also
means we now welcome new offers and ideas! For more info, please
read our new Frequently Asked Questions (
http://www.worldyouthchoir.org/About/FAQ.aspx ) (FAQ) or ->
download (
http://www.worldyouthchoir.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=0jiFppmkni8=&tabid=919
) a full document.

Calling for session hosts in 2018, 2019, and 2021 — we have
started significant changes in our operational systems and
artistic concepts to make them more accessible to our potential
partners. Concepts have been adjusted, aims have been expanded
and different event packages / session concepts are on offer to
our potential partners. From now on, you can select the most
suitable one, financially, logistically and artistically. You can
even create your own session concept combining different facts
and figures, in what’s currently offered. To know what is NEW
please read our online PPT (
http://www.slideshare.net/worldyouthchoir/world-youth-choir-a-story-about-the-world-united-in-song-38536651
).

Host a | project for peace | a multicultural, youth musical
showcase of the highest quality | an ''international choral
academy'' | an interactive platform for education and exchange
with local individuals and groups | expand horizons for young,
talented musicians supporting personal endeavors of each
participant and build new social and communal capabilities
chorally while promoting your organizational capacities as well
as social, cultural and historical achievements of the host
nation. If interested download our NEW organizational
requirements -> Guidelines on how to organize a World Youth Choir
session (
http://www.worldyouthchoir.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=smemA6vVlYQ=&tabid=859
) or contact us at manager@worldyouthchoir.org (
mailto:manager@worldyouthchoir.org )

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In brief - News from the members
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Vale − Francisco F. Feliciano (February 19, 1941 – September 19,
2014)
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Seventy-three-year-old Dr. Francisco F. Feliciano passed
away after losing a lengthy battle with cancer.

He is considered one of the Philippines' most important
composers and was one of Asia's leading composers in liturgical
music. Feliciano obtained his degree in Music Composition from
the Hochschule der Kuenste in Berlin, Germany, his Masters in
Music Composition from the University of the Philippines; and his
Master of Musical Arts and Doctorate in Musical Arts, Composition
at Yale University School of Music. Among his esteemed teachers
numbered conductors Arthur Weisberg and Martin Behrmann, and
composers IsangYun, Jacob Druckman, Krystof Penderecki, and H.W.
Zimmerman.

His work has been performed at choral festivals in Europe
and the United States. He was given the John D. Rockefeller Award
for Music Composition in 1977.

Article on www.gmanetwork.com/news (
http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/380084/lifestyle/artandculture/national-artist-for-music-francisco-feliciano-passes-away
)

Vale Christopher Hogwood
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British conductor, ethnomusicolist and performer
Christopher Hogwood has died aged 73.

Hogwood worked with many leading orchestras around the
world and was considered one of the most influential exponents of
the early-music movement. The conductor founded the Academy of
Ancient Music (AAM) in 1973 and directed the academy across six
continents for some 30 years. The AAM also made more than 200
CDs, including the first-ever complete cycle of Mozart symphonies
on period instruments. Among his most famous recordings include
the 1980 version of Handel's Messiah with Emma Kirkby and Carolyn
Watkinson, which was named by BBC Music Magazine as one of the
top 20 recordings of all time.

www.bbc.com/news ( http://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-29347895 )

Vale Stephen Paulus
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American Twin Cities composer Stephen Paulus has died at
the age of 65. Paulus was among USA's leading classical composers
composing hundreds of works — including nearly 60 orchestral
scores, 10 operas and 150 choral pieces, which are performed and
loved by choirs world-wide. RIP Stephen Paulus.

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Volunteers
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Do you want to join with others around the globe in
volunteer work for the IFCM? The IFCM is currently compiling a
database of people such as you who wish to have their name
included for consideration for assistance in various choral
projects throughout the world, as they are required. The process
is simple. Just send a CV, a photo, and any suggestion of ways
you might be able to help us to leonardifra@yahoo.it (
mailto:leonardifra@yahoo.it ). Please write "Volunteer's
database" in the subject line of your email, and preferably send
your material in English.

Remember the IFCM slogan "Volunteers connecting our choral
world" − come and join us in our work!

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Feedback
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Remember that the IFCM wants to hear your feedback about
our projects and other choral issues. HAVE YOUR SAY is an
important feature of the current IFCM website. The IFCM would
love to hear from you.

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Member organisations and choirs
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Remember to forward this newsletter to your individual
members! This will assist the IFCM in its mission to “connect our
choral world”.

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What's on in our choral world
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* 3-9 1000 Voices for Peace, Brussels, Belgium −
www.festivalbrxl.be ( http://www.festivalbrxl.be )

* 3-8 Musica International Session, Strasbourg, France −
www.musicanet.org ( http://www.musicanet.org )

* 4-8 26th Cantapueblo 50 Years of La Misa Criolla and tribute to
Ariel Ramirez, Mendoza, Argentina − www.cantapueblo.com.ar (
http://www.cantapueblo.com.ar )

* 5-9 41st Choir Festival Pampa Canta Tandil, Argentina −
www.festamusicale.com ( http://www.festamusicale.com )

* 6-9 Cantate Dresden, Germany − www.musicandfriends.net (
http://www.musicandfriends.net/html/cantate_dresden1.html )

* 6-9 Festival of Peace and Brotherhood, Rome, Italy −
www.music-contact.com ( http://www.music-contact.com )

* 7-10 International festival of choirs and orchestras in Vienna,
Austria − www.mrf-musicfestivals.com ( http://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com )

* 7-9 1st Asia Kodály Symposium (AKS) for Music and Choral
Educators, Jakarta, Indonesia − www.kam.sg ( http://www.kam.sg )

* 8-14 3rd International Choral Festival of Mar del Plata,
Argentina − festcormdq@gmail.com ( mailto:festcormdq@gmail.com )

* 14-19 7th International Festival Interfolk in Russia, St.
Petersburg, Russia − www.interfestplus.ru ( http://interfestplus.ru/en/ )

* 15-16 Miramar Canta 2014, Miramar, Buenos Aires province,
Argentina − www.miramarcanta.com.ar ( http://www.miramarcanta.com.ar )

* 20-23, 27-30 & 4-7 Dec Prague Advent Choral Meeting, Czech
Republic − www.pragueadvent.cz ( http://www.pragueadvent.cz )

* 21-24, 28 Nov-1 Dec Prague Advent Choral Festival, Czech
Republic − www.advent-choir-prague.info (
http://www.advent-choir-prague.info )

* 22-23 67th JCA National Choral Competition Takamatsu City,
Kagawa, Japan − www.jcanet.or.jp ( http://www.jcanet.or.jp )

* 27 Nov-1 Dec International Advent Singing Festival Vienna 2014,
Austria − www.musicultur.com (
http://www.musicultur.com/en/trips/reisen/international-advent-singing-festival-vienna-2014.html
)

* 28 Nov-1 Dec 6th International Festival of Choirs and
Orchestras "Advent Music Festival", Prague, Czech Republic −
www.mrf-musicfestivals.com ( http://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com )

* 28-29 24th International Festival of Advent and Christmas Music
with Petr Eben Prize, Prague, Czech Republic − www.or-fea.cz (
http://www.or-fea.cz )

* 29 Nov-21 Dec 3rd International Festival of choirs and
orchestras in Baden, Germany − www.mrf-musicfestivals.com (
http://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com )

* 29-30 3th JCA Men’s Chorus Festival, Okayama City, Japan −
www.jcanet.or.jp ( http://www.jcanet.or.jp )

* 30 Nov-6 Dec 2nd International Festival of Chamber Choirs
Tlaxcala Canta, Mexico − tlaxcalacanta.fic@hotmail.com (
mailto:tlaxcalacanta.fic@hotmail.com )

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