EVENT DETAILS
EXCITING Itinerary BREAKDOWN
Saturday, March 22: Welcome to the Big Apple!
Arrive in vibrant New York City and check into your hotel.
Afternoon: Explore NYC’s iconic sights at your leisure.
Evening: Wrap up the day with your first rehearsal.
Sunday, March 23: Discover and Perform
Morning: Kick off with an energizing rehearsal.
Afternoon: Experience the magic of Broadway with a must-see show!
Evening: Explore NYC’s iconic sights at your leisure.
Monday, March 24: More Adventures Await
Morning: Final touches with a brush-up rehearsal
Afternoon: Last chance to tour the city.
Evening: Sound check at legendary Carnegie Hall, shine on stage during your concert performance, followed by a celebratory post-concert buffet
Tuesday, March 25
Depart from New York City, taking home memories that will last a lifetime!
Repertoire Selections
Songs of Joy and Sorrow
i thank You God for most this amazing day
Dan Forrest
SATB, piano, opt’l. strings
Music of Dan Forrest
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring
J.S. Bach, ed. David Music
SATB, strings
GIA Publications
Joy
Hans Bridger Heruth
SATB, 4-hand piano
SBMP 1392
Indodana
arr. Michael Barrett & Ralf Schmitt
SATB
SBMP 1177
It Is Well With My Soul
arr. Tom Trenney
SATB, piano, oboe
Beckenhorst Press 2335
Joyful, Joyful (from Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit)
arr. Roger Emerson
SATB, piano, rhythm
Hal Leonard
OCTAVO Series PAckages
A Not-to-Be-Missed Opportunity for Directors Who Demand Excellence!
Festival Chorus Performance: Collaborate with a nationally-recognized guest conductor, alongside professional soloists and the esteemed New York City Chamber Orchestra.
Iconic Venue: Perform at the legendary Carnegie Hall, Isaac Stern Auditorium—where the world’s greatest have stood.
Exclusive Extras:
Delight in a post-concert buffet reception—a perfect end to your grand performance.
Utilize professional mp3 part learning tracks for impeccable preparation.
Receive a video archival recording of your unforgettable performance.
Cherish a commemorative framed mini marquee poster, celebrating your ensemble’s achievement.
Honor each performer with a certificate of participation.
Luxurious Accommodations:
Enjoy a three-night stay in the heart of New York City at a prestigious Midtown Manhattan hotel like the Westin Times Square, Hilton New York, or Sheraton New York.
New York City Experiences:
Navigate the city like a local with an MTA Transit pass, including two one-way subway or bus rides.
Experience Broadway magic with group tickets to a hit show.
Take in breathtaking views from the Top of the Rock observation deck.
Personalized Support:
Benefit from the dedicated attention of an MCP operations associate to tailor your package details.
Flight coordination support is available through our in-house airline coordinator.
Receive a complimentary one-year membership to the online learning platform, Forward Motion, for the ensemble director.
This is your ensemble's chance to shine on one of the world's most prestigious stages and enjoy an all-encompassing New York City experience. Don't let this opportunity slip away—make your mark in the city that never sleeps!
Elevate your ensemble's experience with a tailor-made event package, perfect for directors coordinating through a tour operator or arranging their own accommodations and activities. This exclusive package features:
Festival Chorus Performance: Take center stage in an exhilarating performance at Carnegie Hall, under the baton of a nationally-renowned guest conductor.
Rehearsal and Sound Check: Prepare for your Carnegie Hall debut with a professional sound check and performance, ensuring a flawless presentation.
Preparation Tools: Enhance your readiness with mp3 part learning tracks designed to fine-tune your performance.
Professional Recordings: Receive a video archival recordingsof your performance, capturing the magic of your Carnegie Hall moment.
Commemorative Poster: Cherish your experience forever with a custom-framed mini marquee poster of your ensemble.
Certificates of Achievement: Each performer will receive a certificate of participation, commemorating their involvement in this prestigious event.
Exclusive Membership: The ensemble director will benefit from a one-year membership to the Forward Motion online learning platform, offering additional resources and educational opportunities.
Transform your musical journey into an unforgettable adventure with our Event Package, where prestigious venues, professional guidance, and exclusive perks come together to create an unmatched artistic experience.
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Prior to coming to Lee, he served as the Chair of the Division of Fine Arts and Director of Choral Activities at Louisiana College in Pineville, Louisiana.
From 2012-2016, he served as Choral Director at Alexandria Senior High in Alexandria, Louisiana. Under his direction, the ensembles of Alexandria Senior High School received numerous recognitions and awards including Superior ratings at the District and State level and were featured in two Louisiana ACDA performances, tours throughout the southern United States, and a performance at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
In March 2017, Dr. Weatherford won first place in the National ACDA Graduate Conducting Competition in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In 2016, he was awarded the Outstanding Young Music Educator Award by the Louisiana Music Educators Association. He also serves as the editor of the Cameron Weatherford Choral Series through Canorous Music Publishing.
He has conducted numerous honor choirs and has served as an adjudicator throughout the southeast. Other conducting engagements include events in Carnegie Hall and Paris, France. He has been featured as a session presenter in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, Kentucky, and Ohio state conferences including LMEA, MMEA, ACDA, and the Kettering National A Cappella Conference.
He currently serves as the R&R Coordinator for Student Activities for Tennessee ACDA and has also served as the Co-Chair for the Women’s Division of Louisiana ACDA, the Co-Chair for the Women’s Honor Choir in District II, the Collegiate Repertoire R&R for Louisiana ACDA. He also served as the The Louisiana State Representative for AEA (A Cappella Educators Association) and is an active member of NAfME and ACDA on the state and national level.
Dr. Weatherford holds a B.M. in Church Music from Louisiana College, a M.M. in Choral Conducting from The University of Southern Mississippi, and a DMA in Choral Conducting from the University of Kentucky. He lives in Cleveland, Tennessee with his wife Caroline and their four children, Hudson, Annie, Scout, and Betsy.
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“Oh my! There aren’t enough good things to say! The professionalism and quality of all aspects of the event were beyond measure. As an educator, I truly felt valued and appreciated by MCP. Hearing my students sing in such a prestigious venue made my heart soar.”