Texas Choral Directors Association
A Texas choral community promoting the art and artistry of choral singing and the pursuit of excellence
2027 Elementary Honor Choir & MS/JH All-State Choir
Audition timelines are now available for TCDA’s 2027 Elementary Honor Choir and MS/JH All-State Choir. Online auditions will be accepted November 2, 2026–January 20, 2027, with selected singers coming together in San Antonio July 22–24, 2027.
TCDA Mission
Promote the art and artistry of choral singing and support the pursuit of excellence within the choral music profession
Sergio Reyna
2026 Winner
2027 Emily crocker Emerging Composer Competition
The 2027 Emily Crocker Emerging Composer Competition is now accepting applications through November 9, 2026. Designed to encourage emerging composers of choral music for middle school ensembles, the competition offers selected composers the opportunity to have their work featured at the 2027 TCDA Convention, receive a $750 cash prize, and be considered for publication through Hal Leonard.
tcda longevity and member recognition project
As TCDA celebrates 70 years, the Longevity and Member Recognition Project will update member records and recognize those who have helped shape the association’s history
Membership & Involvement
Plans & Pricing
2027 Membership renewal opens November 1.
TCDA MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
TCDA Associate Membership ($50/year)
TCDA Active Membership ($50/year)
TCDA Retired Membership ($25/year)
TCDA Student Membership ($20/year)
ACDA Membership options
ACDA Active Membership ($125/year)
ACDA Retired Membership ($45/year)
ACDA Student Membership ($15/year)
ACDA Associate Membership ($45/year)
AWARDS NOMINATIONS
Save the date: The 2027 TCDA Awards cycle opens November 2, 2026
FUTURE CONVENTIONS
July 22–24, 2027
July 20–22, 2028
July 19–21, 2029
July 15–17, 2030