American Choral Festival

Anaheim

March 22, 2024






Composer-in-Residence

Jeffery Ames


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Perform and learn in sunny


  Southern California

Choral Ensembles

Anaheim is known as the "city built on imagination" and is, of course, home to the Disneyland Resort (featuring Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure).  The city is also near many other fun and exciting attractions both in Orange County and the Los Angeles metro area.


American Choral Festival: Taking place on the beautiful campus of Christ Cathedral, and produced by Choirs of America, the American Choral Festival represents an evolution in choral festival programming and education.  We truly hope you and your Choir will consider joining us in sunny Southern California for this event!

2024 Festival Date

  • Friday, March 22, 2024

Festival Inclusions

What Your Group Will Do:

FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS

01

Adjudicated Performance

Using the most current, criterion-referenced standards, our world-class adjudicators will provide you and your ensemble with detailed, written feedback about your festival performance.  If you don't want to be adjudicated, no problem.  Simply request a Comments Only Performance.

02

Detailed One-Hour Clinic

After your performance, one of your adjudicator / clinicians will work with you and your ensemble for a detailed and engaging clinic based on your adjudicated performance.

03

xChange Workshop

Join with other choirs for an engaging, fun opportunity to sing with and for other participating choirs from across the country.

04

Pen-to-Podium Workshop

Work with COA's Composer-in-Residence as your choir journeys from pen to podium during this workshop.  Engage your singers in the creative process and industry of composition from start to finish with some new music you won't want to miss!

What Your Group Will Also Get:

FESTIVAL DETAILS

In addition to the Festival Highlights listed above, you and your ensemble will also benefit from:

  • Observation opportunities (watch other groups perform);
  • Written comments and adjudication (or comments only) form;
  • Audio recording of your adjudicated performance;
  • Commemorative, personalized participation plaque; and
  • Memories to last a lifetime!


Festival Rate...

♬ Performer Rate: $95.00 per person


♬ Directors and Chaperones: Free

Application

Harmony Tours

Sample Itinerary

Day One

  • Travel Day to SoCal
  • Meet your Dedicated Harmony Tours Guide(s)
  • Check into Hotel
  • Inclusive Group Dinner

Day Three

  • Group Breakfast at Hotel
  • Participate in the American Choral Festival - Anaheim
  • Free time to explore Balboa Beach and the Balboa Fun Zone
  • Inclusive Group Dinner

Day Five

  • Group Breakfast at Hotel
  • Travel Home

Day Two

  • Group Breakfast at Hotel
  • Visit GRAMMY Museum
  • Narrated Hollywood Tour or Universal Studios
  • Inclusive Group Dinner on the Santa Monica Pier

Day Four

  • Group Breakfast at Hotel
  • Spend the day visiting both Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure
  • Group Dinner at Medieval Times or Pirate's Dinner Adventure or Dinner Cruise with Hornblower

Customize Your Tour

We have a ton of other ideas and options. Contact us to create and customize the perfect tour itinerary for you and your group!

FAQs

Got a question? We’re here to help.
  • Can I have more than one ensemble perform?

    Absolutely!

  • Can I see your adjudication rubric?

    Sure.  Here they are...


    Concert Band Standards and Rubric (click here)

    Orchestra Standards and Rubric (click here)

    Choir Standards and Rubric (click here)

  • What is the festival cost?

    The American Choral Festival is $179.00 per performer.  Director's, collaborative pianists, and chaperones are free.

  • Do I use my own repertoire?

    Yes.

  • Is my group required to adjudicate?

    No.