Education
Education is the passion and purpose of Sweet Adelines, helping each other grow as singers and spread the joy of music to others.
The Director Certification Program (DCP) is an educational program designed to provide additional training and further develop skills for Sweet Adelines International directors, potential directors and musical leaders. The program provides opportunities to validate the skills and knowledge required to direct a Sweet Adelines chorus. The DCP should not be viewed as the only source of training for directors, but rather should be seen as one component of each region's director development program.
Advancement within the program is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of specified requirements for each level.
Advancement is also based on your proficiency in the following skills:
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Musical/Technical |
Management/Communication |
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Conducting |
Organizational Knowledge & Director |
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Analytical Listening |
Teaching |
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Judging Categories & Competition |
Management |
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Vocal Production |
Communication |
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Music Theory |
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Rehearsal Planning & Implementation |
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Resources:
- DCP Application
- DCP Steps for Advancement
- Additional resources are available from Sweet Adelines International Sales (DCP Resource Modules, Arranger's Guide, and Judging Category Description Book).
If you have any questions regarding the DCP, please contact our Education Department.
