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CONFERENCE SPONSORS

Thank you to our wonderful Conference sponsors!
Sponsors as of June 4, 2009

Click here for information on available sponsorship opportunities.

Lead Conference Sponsor
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Chorus America is delighted to hold its annual Conference in Philadelphia, PA, its “hometown” where it was founded in 1977. The greater Philadelphia region and the Mid-Atlantic states have large and vibrant choral communities, and we expect a sell-out crowd to attend. Chorus America is pleased to offer the following sponsorship opportunities that specifically target our audience of choral leaders in ways that maximize our business partners’ visibility.

Explore below for a complete list of benefits by Sponsorship Level.

Download the PDF-version of the sponsorship opportunities and benefits.

We will work with you to create a package that is tailored to you and your business needs.

Please contact Catherine Dehoney at 202-331-7577 x241 or cdehoney@chorusamerica.org for more information.

Chorus America is grateful to all of our Conference sponsors!

2009 Sponsorship Opportunities

Lead Conference Sponsor - SOLD (click for list of sponsor benefits)

The Lead Conference Sponsor is key to Chorus America’s efforts to produce an outstanding experience for all attendees, and is acknowledged as such throughout the Conference at a variety of events, sessions, and receptions as well as on the Chorus America and Singer Network websites.

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Opening Night Events, Wednesday, June 10—$5,000 (click for list of sponsor benefits)

The Conference will kick-off in grand style with an Opening Concert by The Princeton Singers and The Crossing, followed by a fun and festive party for all participants on the rooftop deck at the Independence Seaport Museum adjacent to the hotel.

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Closing Banquet & Auction, Saturday, June 13—$5,000 (click for list of sponsor benefits)

An evening of dining and entertainment that will be attended by more than 200 choral leaders, including Chorus America’s major donors, board members, and invited guests. Featuring special entertainment and an exciting silent and live auction.

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Cyber Café—$5,000 (click for list of sponsor benefits)

Help Conference attendees stay connected. The Cyber Café will feature three computers set up to provide quick access to the Internet between sessions throughout the Conference.

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Morning Sings—Sponsor all for $3,000 (click for list of sponsor benefits)

Chorus America’s signature Morning Sings are an ever-popular part of our Conference activities. Engaging choral leaders remind us each morning that singing together is the root—and best part—of our profession. The Morning Sing takes place prior to each morning plenary session on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Song leaders to be announced.

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Chairman’s Reception—$3,000 (click for list of sponsor benefits)

This exclusive reception honors Chorus America’s and The Philadelphia Singers’ generous donors and board members. It features the presentation of Chorus America’s two philanthropy awards.

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Annual Meeting & Luncheon, Saturday, June 13—SOLD (click for list of sponsor benefits)

The Annual Meeting & Luncheon will feature a presentation of Chorus America’s new chorus impact study, which builds on the information and discoveries of the 2003 Study and a keynote address by president & CEO of Kimmel Center, Inc., Anne Ewers. With a little bit of business and a lot of fun, this is a can’t-miss event!

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Reception in the Exhibit Area for all Conferees, Thursday, June 11—$3,000 (click for list of sponsor benefits)

This primary networking opportunity at the Conference brings additional visibility to our valued exhibitors.

    

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Buttonholes—$3,000 (click for list of sponsor benefits)

A favorite of attendees! Offered in 5 sessions throughout the Conference, buttonholes are scheduled one-on-one consultations between an attendee and an expert in the field on a variety of topics.

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Morning Coffee/Continental Breakfast—at cost $1,500-$3,000 each day (click for list of sponsor benefits)

Give the conferees a great start to their day with complimentary coffee and pastries, offered Thursday through Saturday.

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Plenary Sessions —$2,000 each (click for list of sponsor benefits)

Each morning, Chorus America will start the day with a plenary session featuring renowned speakers from within and outside the choral field. Special sessions and guest speakers include:

  • Making Choruses Cool Two Minds at a Time with Elizabeth Streb, creative choreographer, director, SLAM (Streb Lab for Action Mechanics), and MacArthur Foundation "Genius" Award winner
  • Thinking Outside the Box? with Jim Rosenberg, innovation expert & vice president, National Arts Strategies
  • Singing and Social Change with Bernice Johnson Reagon, composer, singer, scholar, and founder of Sweet Honey in the Rock

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In-Depth Seminars, Wednesday, June 10—$1,500 each (click for list of sponsor benefits)

Half-day workshops on a variety of topics such as marketing, fundraising, artistic strategies, and vocal health.

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General Sponsorship — $500 (click for list of sponsor benefits)

Become a general Conference sponsor to show your support for Chorus America. Check the list of benefits to see how your organization can reach all of the delegates.

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2009 Sponsorship Level Benefits

$10,000 Level

Everything listed below, plus:

  • Category exclusivity
  • Premium standard exhibit space in the Chorus America Conference Exhibit Area
  • Complimentary Chorus America Conference registration for two
  • Banner with logo displayed at sponsored event (provided by sponsor, in accordance with hotel specifications)
  • Complimentary banner ad on Singer Network for two months (a $2,000 value)
  • Complimentary exclusive sponsorship of an eVoice e-newsletter during the year following the Conference, which reaches more than 6,000 choral leaders (a $500 value)
  • Prominent placement of linked logo on Chorus America Conference website
  • Visibility on Chorus America delegate materials

$5,000

Everything listed below, plus:

  • One complimentary standard exhibit space in Exhibit Area
  • 2 tickets to Annual Meeting & Luncheon and the Closing Banquet & Auction
  • Poster-size acknowledgment sign at your sponsored Chorus America event and in the Chorus America headquarters hotel
  • Complimentary half-square ad on Singer Network for two months
  • One-time complimentary use of the entire Chorus America mailing list (postal addresses only; list delivered as pre-printed labels) with Conference attendees indicated

$3,000

Everything listed below, plus:

  • One complimentary standard exhibit space in Exhibit Area
  • Opportunity to make brief remarks to Chorus America Conference delegates (special arrangements required)
  • Up to three loose inserts in Conference delegate materials

$2,000

Everything listed below, plus:

  • Opportunity to display materials in a prominent location at a Conference plenary session

$1,500

Everything listed below, plus:

  • Poster-size acknowledgment sign at your sponsored Conference event
  • Opportunity to pass out marketing material at your sponsored Conference event
  • Acknowledgment from the stage at a Conference plenary session

$500

  • Invitation to Chairman’s Reception
  • One loose insert for Conference delegate materials
  • Printed acknowledgment in the Conference Sponsor List, provided to all delegates
  • Printed acknowledgment in the Fall 2009 issue of The Voice of Chorus America
  • Recognition on signage at the Conference
  • Linked logo in the sponsor listing on Chorus America’s Conference website

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