The Maynard Klein Award for Distinguished Service to Choral Music in Michigan is presented by ACDA-Michigan in recognition of artistic excellence and a lifetime of leadership in the field of choral music. This prestigious award is named in honor of Maynard Klein, whose musical achievements established a model of choral artistry and scholarship acclaimed within our state and nation. As nominations are submitted by members of the board, those nominations are then approved based upon the following criteria:
They have excellent knowledge of their field.
They are considered by peers to be experts in the field.
They set high standards for themselves.
They enjoy and are enthusiastic about their field.
Their work demonstrates superior achievement and earned respect of colleagues.
They listen to and communicate effectively with others.
They recognize excellence in others and encourage it.
They are committed to supporting and interacting with their colleagues.
They demonstrate a commitment ot ACDA-Michigan.
They demonstrate outstanding leadership qualities in the state of Michigan.
They have significant impact on the ACDA-Michigan Board of Directors.
They are crucial in developing the activities and philosophies of ACDA-Michigan.
