Music Conference Alberta is Alberta’s premier professional development opportunity for music teachers, choral conductors, band directors, and studio instructors. Held at the Sheraton Red Deer and Red Deer College, delegates are invited to attend interest sessions, interactive panel discussions, open rehearsals and rehearsal labs, masterclasses, MCA One-on-One sessions, and concerts. The MCA Marketplace provides an opportunity for delegates to browse and purchase product, meet industry representatives, and learn about upcoming travel and fundraising opportunities. Leaders in music education in the province are recognized in the company of their peers at the MCA Awards Luncheon.
Session descriptions, presenter biographies and other relevant information is available on the Music Conference Alberta website.
Delegates are encouraged to stay at the Sheraton Red Deer, and special rates for accommodation have been arranged. The Sheraton Red Deer offers 241 newly renovated guest rooms and suites, a new heated indoor pool and whirlpool, and an array of on-site shopping and dining options. All rooms come with complimentary wi-fi. Visit the Staying at the Sheraton Red Deer page on the Music Conference Alberta website for details and booking information.
MCA 2017 SCHEDULE OVERVIEW
The full schedule is available online at www.musicconferenceab.ca/schedule.html
THURSDAY
Registration desk open 6:00-10:00 p.m.
Welcome Wine and Cheese at 9:00 p.m. with opening remarks at 10:00 p.m.
FRIDAY
Keynote address by Boris Brott
Marketplace open
Interest sessions
Rehearsal labs
Masterclasses
Open rehearsals for Alberta Youth Choir and ABA Wind Symphony
Choral Concert
RCA Band Concert
Jazz Night
Industry reception
SATURDAY
Interest sessions
Marketpace open
Rehearsal labs
Interactive panel discussions
Masterclasses
Open rehearsals for Alberta Youth Choir and ABA Wind Symphony
MCA One-on-One sessions
Plenary sessions
Gala Concert
