August 2024

Upcoming Events and Deadlines

August 14 I Music Education/Vocal Performance Audition Workshop Registration Opens

August 15 I Musical Theatre Intensive Application Opens

August 21 I Musical Theatre Audition Workshop Registration Opens

September 1 I Vocal Jazz Intensive Application Opens

September 6 I HS Regional Honors Choir Online Auditions Open

September 7 I Board of Directors Meeting

September 9 I 6789 Honors Choir Online Auditions Open

September 14 I Music Education/Vocal Performance Audition Workshop Registration Due

September 15 I Membership Fees Due

September 15 I Chamber Choir Festivals East & West Sites Application Opens

September 16 I Musical Theatre S&E Festivals East, West & Central Sites Registration Opens

September 20 I Musical Theatre Intensive Application Due

September 21 I Music Education/Vocal Performance Audition Workshop

September 21 I Musical Theatre Audition Workshop Registration Due

Welcome back to another inspiring choir season with the Michigan School Vocal Music Association! We are thrilled to see you all return with renewed energy and enthusiasm for the year ahead. This season, we look forward to growing with you to explore diverse repertoire, refine our skills as conductors and educators, and experience the thrill of live performances. Whether you are a returning member or a new participant, your dedication and passion are what make our choral community truly exceptional.

As we embark on this musical journey together, let's celebrate the joy of singing and the camaraderie that comes from sharing our voices. Remember, every festival is an opportunity to grow and every performance is a chance to shine. We look forward to truly embracing the "growth mindset" that our board has so excellently demonstrated. We encourage you to support one another, embrace the challenges, and most importantly, enjoy the music-making process. Here’s to a fantastic year of musical growth, collaborative spirit, and memorable achievements with MSVMA!

Erik Jacobson, Executive Director

Renew your Membership

By September 15

Log into your membership profile at MSVMA.org using your email and password.

Please take a moment to review your membership profile information for accuracy.

Click the Renew button and complete the process including generating an invoice which can be paid by credit card or check.

Any questions, please contact the State Office at (231) 592-9344.

Thank you to our outgoing District Managers and Co-Manager for their significant contributions to your Districts and to MSVMA. Together, you represent decades of thoughtful and forward-thinking leadership that supported and encouraged successful participation in your District events and activities. Thank you for the early mornings, late nights, and weekends that you gave your time and talents to help our students, and their teachers grow in their knowledge and appreciation of vocal music. 

Katie McInnis, District 1

Kevin Wells, District 2

Steven Holovach, District 3

Julie Malloy, District 4

Amy Blevins, District 4

Anthony Funaro, District 8

Dustin Morris, District 11

Thank you to our members who have accepted the responsibility of becoming District Managers and District Co-Manager. Your Districts and MSVMA are grateful for your willingness to share your leadership skills and management experience to help us succeed. As you grow into this vital volunteer role, please know that everyone at MSVMA supports you and is willing to help you with any questions that you may have.

Best wishes for a wonderful year! 

Jill Neverth

District 1 Manager

Did you know,

Jill has been with MSVMA

for 30 years. She enjoys

riding in their rzr and rolled

it the first day!

Jill's favorite movie is

The Sound of Music.

Garrett Glass

District 2 Manager

Guess what,

Garrett and his wife

just had twins!

He also enjoys singing Barbershop, and his

favorite food is a

Firecracker Bowl...

Andrew Schafer

District 2 Co-Manager

Andrew is also a twin!

He is currently in grad school

for choral conducting

at MSU.

Andrew's favorite

song is

Lose Yourself by Eminem.

Come and join our Intergenerational Tenor/Bass Choir at the Michigan ACDA Fall Conference (October 18 and 19, 2024). Under the direction of Erich Wangeman, this choral experience will be open to all high school, college and community choirs as well as individual singers. If you are interested in participating or would like to learn more information, please fill out the form below. If you have any questions, please email Aaron Polet at apolet@springlakeschools.org.

Submitted by Clayton Parr

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