Lynda Hasseler, Capital University, OH, and Jason Max Ferdinand, Oakwood University, AL, will serve on the artistic panel for the 2019 National Choir Festival, March 14-16 in Indianapolis.
In these days of political, personal and spiritual disintegration, music is not a luxury but a necessity, not just because it is the universal language, but because it is the persistent focus of our intelligence, our aspirations, and our good will.’ Though written many years ago, Robert Shaw’s words speak directly to the struggles of our current culture. Never have we needed music more. The work of Music for All to create, provide, and expand positively life-changing experiences through music is precisely what we need to inspire us to reach across the differences that divide and alienate us from one another. I am honored and excited to be serving this dynamic organization and making music with the many talented young musicians who will be participating in the 2019 National Festival! Together we will focus our intelligence, our aspirations, and our good will – and make the world a better place!” –Lynda Hasseler
After providing feedback to festival applicants during blind listening, Lynda Hasseler spoke to young leaders at 2018 Summer Symposium about working together to destigmatize mental illness and to support those who are battling depression and thoughts of suicide. View her presentation featuring Capital University Chapel Choir performing Please Stay by composer Jake Runestad here:
The Oakwood Aeolians under the direction of Jason Max Ferdinand provided a moving guest choir performance for participants of the premiere National Choir Festival. Hear the Aeolians in rehearsal here:
“My initial festival experience with Music for All was mind blowing. It renewed my faith in music advocacy and music education. The world needs more music. Music for All is helping to better lives and in so doing, making the world a better place. I cannot wait for the 2019 festival!” –Jason Max Ferdinand
Music for All is proud of their esteemed committees who teach and advocate for choral music throughout the year; See our current and past Artistic Choral Committees here.
