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Chorus America's High Notes blog is curated by the Chorus America staff. Here, find articles on what our members are up to, and links to the latest news and commentary on the issues that matter to the choral field. High Notes also includes information about policy issues and advocacy alerts.

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Female Foursome Leading ProMusica Arizona into the Future

by ProMusica Arizona Staff

Over the past several years, the leadership at ProMusica Arizona (PMAZ), a 100-member community chorale and orchestra based in Phoenix, has evolved into an all-women team. This wasn’t part of a strategic plan—artistic director and principal conductor Patti Graetz, concertmaster Meghan Ruel, executive director Yvonne Dolby, and board chair Jan Sandoz all stepped into their roles with the organization because they had specific skills to offer. But this leadership team has ushered in an exciting time of growth and collaboration—both internal and external—at PMAZ.
Chorus America Delivers Impact Study Remarks at NCCO8

by Mike Rowan

President and CEO Catherine Dehoney was invited the National Collegiate Choral Organization (NCCO) to present remarks on Chorus America's 2019 Chorus Impact Study: Singing For a Lifetime at NCCO's 8th National Conference (NCCO8), November 7-9 in College Park, Maryland.
A King's Singers Visit to the Chorus America Office

by Mike Rowan

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Cantate Chamber Singers Marks Transition with Commission for Two Conductors

by Mike Rowan

At Gisele Becker’s final concert as music director of Cantate Chamber Singers, she celebrated the end of her 25-year tenure in a unique way: conducting a piece side by side with music director-designate Victoria Gau. “I had requested a piece be written for my last concert that would be in part for two conductors,” said Becker. “Andrew Simpson, a very dear friend and our accompanist, wrote the piece to my husband Bert's poetry.
Chorus America’s New Chorus Impact Study Reveals the Lifelong Benefits of Choral Singing

by Chorus America Staff

The Chorus Impact Study: Singing for a Lifetime sheds new light on the impact choral singing has on individuals and communities—especially singers ages 65 and up.
Overcoming Self-Doubt within a Creative Life

by Dale Trumbore

With her new book, Staying Composed: Overcoming Self-Doubt and Anxiety within a Creative Life, composer Dale Trumbore has written the book that she always wanted to read. As a young composer, she found several inspiring biographies and memoirs from composers that she looked up to, but, she says, “there was really not that much information out there at all about making a living as a creative person or overcoming hurdles in the creative process from the perspective of a musician.”
Reflections at the Midpoint: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Philadelphia's Choral Community

by Mike Rowan

Since last fall, a cohort of Philadelphia-area choruses has been coming together for a series of workshops and online learning activities exploring issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion in their choruses and choral community.
Chorus America’s 2019 Awards Recognize Outstanding Choruses and Individuals

by Chorus America Staff

Chorus America has announced the recipients of its 2019 awards program, recognizing a broad range of achievements in choral music, including artistic excellence, adventurous programming, innovative education programs, and lifetime service to the choral art.

Said president and CEO Catherine Dehoney, “Chorus America is thrilled to honor these exceptional choruses and choral leaders who inspire our colleagues and enrich our communities through their outstanding work.”
President's FY20 Budget Proposes Elimination of the NEA

by Chorus America Staff

On March 18, the President released his proposed budget for fiscal year 2020. The proposal includes a provision to eliminate the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), along with several other cultural agencies.
Angel City Chorale Makes a Semifinal Run on "America’s Got Talent"

by Mike Rowan

UPDATE: The Angel City Chorale was eliminated in the semifinal round of America's Got Talent. It sang Bruce Springsteen's 9/11 anthem "The Rising" in their final performance, which aired on Sept. 11.

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