CCNF CHORAL ACADEMY
Welcome to the CCNF Choral Academy, a sub-division of the Choral Celebration Network Foundation dedicated to empowering conductors and choirs to create beautiful music together.
Our academy consists of:
Mzanzi Conductors Convention
Our annual Mzanzi Conductors Convention is a can't-miss event for conductors of all levels. Featuring internationally renowned conductors and 15 workshop masterclasses, with many choirs showcasing their performance standards and more, the convention is a unique opportunity to learn from the best in the industry.
Masterclasses
Before every one of our 28 Choral Celebration Festival Series concerts in 2024, we will be offering masterclasses for participating conductors.
Led by our network of master conductors, these sessions are an opportunity to collaborate and learn from some of the best in the industry.
For 2024, we plan a personalised session should you wish to enrol for that with your choirs, as well as a combined choirs masterclass with a surprise African tradition you can take away with you. Best of all, they are free for festival series participants!
Community Connectors Initiative
We are proud to offer the Community Connectors initiative, which provides marketing materials for all CCNF events, with the Choral Celebration Festival Series having the most significant impact due to the number of participants.
Participants receive professionally designed marketing materials that showcase their role in the community and the role of their choir/school/organisation and highlight the specific value offering of the conductor in the community.
They share this on their social channels. By sharing these materials, choirs can spread the word about their participation in the festival series and help build a community of passionate choral music lovers.
Online Learning
FROM ROOTS TO FUTURE: CHOIR MASTERY LESSONS FROM MCC2024
Join us for a comprehensive journey into the world of choir mastery with "From Roots to Future: Choir Mastery Lessons from MCC2024." This course brings together insights and strategies from leading experts in the choral field, as presented at the 2024 Mzanzi Conductors Convention in Cape Town. Whether you're a choral conductor, manager, accompanist, or any part of the choral community, you'll find valuable knowledge to elevate your choir experience.
SOUTH AFRICAN CHORAL GENRES: A MUSICAL JOURNEY
You will gain a thorough understanding of Choir Contemporary, Traditional Township, African Show, Afrikaans Choral, and African Gospel music, each representing a unique facet of South Africa’s vibrant musical landscape.
Ideal for conductors seeking to break away from familiar genres, this course provides the tools and knowledge needed to integrate these rich and varied styles into your choir's performances. No prior experience with these specific genres is necessary; all you need is a passion for choral music and a curiosity to discover and embrace new musical traditions.
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