Our Mission and Purpose
Iowa Choral Directors Association, Inc. exists to serve choral musicians in the state of Iowa by providing leadership,
guidance and support, offering continuing education opportunities, promoting excellence in the choral art through high quality offerings and
events, supporting education and growth beyond college graduation, and enriching and renewing the musical souls of its membership.
ICDA's 1000+ members are choral conductors
at every level of learning from pre-school to adult and they make music
with a wide variety of choruses. ICDA is regarded nationally
as a leader among state ACDA organizations in providing opportunities
for growth and development for all those dedicated to choral music. ICDA is an affiliate of the American Choral Directors Association,
one of the largest professional organizations for choral directors in
the world with a membership of approximately 17,000 directors representing
one million singers.
Membership
Residents of Iowa who join ACDA, also become members of the Iowa chapter, ICDA. If you are interested in membership, simply print and complete the MEMBERSHIP FORM (PDF) and follow its mailing instructions.
All members receive copies of Choral Journal (the monthly national magazine), Melisma (the North Central Division newsletter, published three times a year) and Sounding Board (Iowa's newsletter, published in the months of September, November, February, and May).
Membership is a wonderful opportunity for networking with hundreds of colleagues who are active in the choral art. Our publications and conventions provide members with diverse and practical forums through which we develop and sharpen our professional skills. Why not join today?
Latest News
6-20-2009 It's your friendly 2009 ICDA Convention Social Committee wishing you a great start to your summer!
We have a few ways for you to help "Pay It Forward" for this year's convention:
-If you have any photos from past convention years, please send them to Katie Schaefer -- the funnier the better! :)
-For Tuesday night, please bring your lawn chairs, koozies, and any outdoor/lawn games to share with the crew. (And pack some bug spray...and a bonnet)
-If you would like to be a part of the "Entertainment Crew" on Wednesday night, please e-mail Shelly Schaeufele. No experience necessary, you just have to be willing to have a little fun!
Also, we will be having a "Loose Change or Bring some Bens" drive during the week, so bring any unruly, unwanted, or unappreciated cash or coins along. There shall be a competition between certain members of our ICDA family for time in a dunk tank.... Perhaps it could be considered "'Payback' it Forward." All proceeds will be donated to the Weston Noble Endowment Fund.
If you are an ICDA member but have not yet considered attending summer convention, we would love for you to come to Mason City and join us in the fun! Many thanks, and wee look forward to seeing you in July!
Shelly Schaeufele & Katie Schaefer, 2009 ICDA Summer Convention Social Chairs
6-19-2009 Convention Receives Grants
Jason Rausch received two grants for the ICDA Summer Convention. A big thank you to the Iowa Arts Council and the Mason City Convention & Visitors Bureau. You can visit the Mason City site at www.VisitMasonCityIowa.com
5-30-2009 CLICK HERE for more information about our new online directory, or direct to the log-in page by clicking 'ICDA Online Directory' on the left. Have your ICDA member number handy.
5-28-2009 This is a reminder that all first year teachers who attend the ICDA summer convention receive a $200 reimbursement from the Dept of Education. This is a check that will be issued to teachers who either finished their first year or is about to start their first year. This 'gift' of $200 is a one time offering. Please sign up for convention today - - CLICK HERE for the registration form.
4-3-2009 -- CHECK out new Advocacy Files HERE
4-3-2009 -- CHECK out Convention Schedule and Poster HERE Get the wheels rolling and get registered!
3-21-2009 SOUNDING BOARD EARNS ACDA AWARD Our Sounding Board was voted the Most Creative Use of Photography Award by ACDA. The awar dwas be presented at the ACDA National Convention in Oklahoma in March. Congratulations to editor Tami Meiners and photographer Jennifer Wagner.
3-20-2009 JOBS -- more new postings, click on 'Job Openings' at left
Matt Huth-Iowa Core Curriculum & 21st Century Skills Article
Iowa Core Curriculum
