During the Summer of 2016, I was invited to sing with the Delaware Choral Academy. The Academy lasted approximately 3 weeks and took place on the South of France. During that time, there were daily rehearsals, conducting seminars, and cultural events. There was a competition at the symposium to determine who would conduct the larger works with the orchestra and choir. Out of about 12 competitive conductors, I was one of 6 conductors and the only undergraduate student selected to conduct at the final concert with the professional choir and orchestra.