The OCDA News is the cornerstone publication of the Ohio Choral Directors Association. It is published three times a year with articles pertaining to all areas and interests in choral music from members throughout the state of Ohio.
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Fall edition of OCDA News now available!
Latest Issue
Latest Issue
The fall issue of the OCDA News is now available for viewing as a pdf.
In this issue:
Dara Gillis cites the benefits of volunteering for those who volunteer;
Annie Moosa delivers practical teaching techniques that involve world music;
Sam Al-Hadid recounts the impact the soon-to-retire New York Voices has had on his teaching;
Ann Johnson highlights the significance of the first national show choir honor choir at our upcoming national ACDA conference;
John McClain offers in-depth interviews with community chorus directors regarding why adults become life-long singers;
Peter Haley and Steven Hankle provide updates from the standing committees they chair (Professional Development, and Diversity Initiatives, respectively);
Sarah Santilli launches an on-going compilation of choral concerts in all our regions;
Brandon Moss recaps the Summer Conference 2026; and
Kent Vandock submits his annual Treasurer’s report.
In addition, you’ll find important calls for nominations for board members and for the Distinguished Service Award.
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OCDA News Archive
OCDA News Archive
The OCDA News is the cornerstone publication of the Ohio Choral Directors Association. It has been published at regular intervals since the mid-1960's. Although its title and its look has changed over the years, its mission has not. The OCDA News has been dedicated to bringing insight and inspiration to the choral directors and educators of Ohio. In these archives you will see the history and dedication of the people who have made choral music in Ohio their life's work.
All issues located below are organized by decade and by publication date. You may view or download any issue by clicking the corresponding buttons. There are missing issues from the archive. If you have information as to where these issues could be found to digitize and add to this collections, please contact the OCDA Historian.
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