Choral Student Leadership Conference
Student leadership in the choral classroom provides the opportunity for emerging leaders to set the pace musically, organizationally and inspirationally within their choir community. Recognizing the potential of young people early offers them time to consider the type of leadership style that fits with their values and beliefs. Consciously considering the leadership styles that they are experiencing in their daily lives creates an awareness of effective leadership and its impact. MSVMA has created a conference experience designed to encourage and develop the leadership skills and knowledge of our high school and college student leaders. MSVMA members will serve as facilitators for related sessions.
Objective
Provide an inspirational and educational experience for high school and college students focused on examining, developing and enhancing leadership skills.
Outcomes
Students will:
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Create a personal strategic plan for living leadership that includes specific goals.
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Learn to communicate in ways that motivate and encourage listeners.
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Explore the dynamics and the strategies of win-win negotiation and conflict solution.
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Examine the power of teamwork and how to encourage collaboration in a group.
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Evaluate personal leadership strengths and identify those areas that they wish to improve.
Students will apply these outcomes in their choral experience to:
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Lead effectively in formal and informal roles in their choirs, ensembles and sections.
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Interact with peers and professionals from other schools and develop confidence in their skills as leaders and as followers.
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Understand the art of singing in community and be able to articulate their standards of excellence to other singers.
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Recognize the potential for their leadership roles in future ensembles at the university and community levels.
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Connect with MSVMA mentors and gain an understanding of MSVMA and its mission.
Registration
High school directors may may register up to 10 students to attend the conference. Please complete the registration form and submit your payment by credit card or check by June 15, 2026.
Cost is $50 per student and includes CSLC Conference materials and lunch. Refreshments will not be provided. Snacks/water are the responsibility of the student.
Directors who are thinking about growing your student leadership program but are not ready to send students - you are welcome to attend. Please complete the registration form and check the Teacher Only level.
Invoices and checks should be mailed to:
MSMVA
P.O. Box 1131
Big Rapids, MI 49307
Registration fees are non-refundable.
