The purpose of the ACDA-MN Award for Creative Programming is to uphold high standards of excellence in repertoire selection, to acknowledge and reward creativity in performing choral performance, and to affirm the importance of quality secondary and undergraduate choral training throughout the State of Minnesota. 

The Award for Creative Programming is presented annually in November by Philip Brunelle or a representative of VocalEssence to a non-professional choral organization in the state of Minnesota. Award selection will be made by a review committee determined by Mr. Brunelle. The decisions of the review committee will be final and the committee reserves the right not to make an award. 

The winner receives a framed certificate and a $500 cash prize. The award alternates between two categories. In even years, college and university/community choruses may apply; in odd years, middle/junior high school and high school choruses may apply. 

To be eligible the choir must fit the stated category, and the director must be a current member in good standing of ACDA of Minnesota. A winning director may not receive the award consecutively. Any choir meeting the entrance categories and the eligibility requirements is encourage to apply. 

If you have any issues with this application form, please contact info@vocalessence.org