The Children’s and Community Youth Choir division of the American Choral Directors’ Association (ACDA) will host a conductor’s retreat in Denver, Colorado in January, 2012.
In addition to the numerous educational sessions offered, attendees were invited to apply to participate in a conducting master class.
The Conducting Master Class, led by Dr. Catherine Sailer of the University of Denver and Dr. Janet Galván from Ithaca College, focuses on individual’s conducting techniques in order to improve their choir’s sound and overall presentation. Of over 150 applicants received, the Savannah Children’s Choir’s Director of Education, Emmy Williams, was one of only three selected to participate.
“We’re thrilled that Ms. Williams was chosen,” comments Roger Moss, SCC co-founder and artistic director. “Not only will attending this conference help build upon Ms. Williams already considerable skills, but it’s an honor that reflects on our entire organization that she was selected to participate out of such a large pool of talented conductors from around the country,” he continued.
“This is a fantastic opportunity,” comments Emmy Williams, SCC director of education. “I hope to learn how to better reach students and achieve the sound I’m looking for, as well as receive feedback on my work, all while learning new techniques and skills from experienced master conductors,” she explained.
As director of education, Ms. Williams is in charge of SCC’s Summer Camp, and is responsible for curriculum development and instructor recruitment, training and management. She is also responsible for rehearsal planning for the SCC, and conducts the SCC’s Preparatory Choir.
