July 29-August 2, 2025
at Concordia College, Moorhead
The Soprano-Alto-Tenor-Bass Choir Conductor is Dr. Timothy Sawyer!
The Soprano-Alto Choir Conductor is Dr. Adrianna Tam!
The Tenor-Bass Choir Conductor is Dr. Brad Miller!
Make sure that you’ve read the Eligibility and Policies. All students are expected to meet and follow all policies, rules and regulations during the entire All-State experience (auditions, camp and February reprise).
RULES AND EXPECTATIONS
- Parents and students: Read the All-State Rules and Regulations.
- It is your responsibility to know these expectations and follow them.
- Harassment and bullying of any kind are specifically prohibited. This includes in person, in a group or on-line. Treat others with respect.
WHERE’S MY MUSIC?
- Music will be sent via email. Make sure to print your music before you come to camp!
- Questions? Email jbongaarts@mmea.org.
SCHEDULE AND HIGHLIGHTS
- A preliminary camp schedule is coming soon! Please keep checking back for updates
- Check-in: Tues July 29th between 11:30AM–12:30PM.
- NEW IN 2025 – Choirs Concert: Friday August 1st, 7:30PM–9PM at Memorial Auditorium. Students may check out after the concert and leave with their parents, or they may stay in the dorms on Friday night and leave on Saturday morning depending on their travel considerations.
- There will be a talent show during the camp week for students. Be prepared to try out with your “other” talents. Audio equipment will likely not be available beyond a single microphone.
PRACTICE, SPOT CHECKS, AND VOCAL CONDITIONING
- There will be a spot check in sectionals on the first day of camp. Your music must be rehearsed in advance! Be PREPARED with ALL of your music BEFORE you arrive.
- Work throughout the summer to keep your voice in shape. Sing often. Stay hydrated. You’ll be singing all day at camp, start vocal conditioning now!
ARRIVAL AND CHECK-IN AT CAMP
- See Campus map and directions to campus for driving directions.
- Check-in at Memorial Auditorium. Park in MH outside Hvidsten Hall of Music or Lot H across the street. (Concordia College Hvidsten Hall of Music, 1112 5th St S, Moorhead, MN 56562)
- At check-in you will receive your room assignment, room key, dorm building key, and name badge at check-in. Do not lose your key(s). Fee is $50 each for lost keys. Keep in a safe place all week.
- AFTER check-in – you may unload at your dorm room.
- LUNCH ON YOUR OWN before arrival.
- Concordia is located on 8th Street where there are many fast food and sit down options.
TRANSPORTATION, DRIVING AND PARKING
- Concordia College is located at 901 8th Street South in Moorhead, Minnesota.
- Transportation to and from Concordia College is your responsibility. See Campus map and directions to campus for driving directions.
- Parking during camp is free in Lot L at 5th St and 11th Ave S near dorms.
- Students are prohibited from driving during camp. Students may drive themselves to and from camp, but must turn in their keys to MMEA staff after check in.
- MMEA will transport students to the concert venue on Saturday via busses.
HOUSING & FACILITIES
- Dorms are not air conditioned. Bring an electric fan if you wish.
- Please bring extra long twin bed linens and/or sleeping bag, washcloth/small towel, pillow, and blanket.
- Bring an additional towel(s).
- Each dorm room has a mini fridge and microwave.
- Recreation options and recreation facilities will be shared at camp.
- When staying on campus, guests will be issued a key to their residence hall room and a key card to the residence hall. The fee for a lost key or key card is $50 each.
MEALS AND FOOD ALLERGIES
- Meals provided start with dinner on Tuesday evening and end with breakfast on Saturday morning.
- Please note that dinner can be fairly early in the evenings. Students are responsible for bringing their own snacks that are in line with their dietary restrictions.
- Life-threatening and significant food allergies should have been listed on your health form.
- Alternative – contact MMEA with student name and allergy no later than June 30th at jbongaarts@mmea.org or 763-566-1460 to verify.
- A vegetarian option will be available for each meal.
REHEARSALS – WHAT YOU NEED
- Bring a pencil to all rehearsals.
- Bring your PRINTED music to all rehearsals.
- Bring a black folder for your music.
WHAT TO PACK
- Comfortable clothing for a range of temperatures.
- No short shorts. We recommend shorts with at least a 3-4 inch inseam. No crop tops. Undergarments should not be visible. No alcohol, tobacco, or drug logos or slogans/messages on clothing.
- Towels and washcloths
- Bedding – XL Twin Bedding and/or sleeping bag, pillow, and blanket.
- Electric fan, if desired
- NEW FOR 2025 – CONCERT DRESS: Wear your school’s concert robe or uniform. If your school doesn’t use robes – CONCERT BLACK. This will also be the concert dress for All-State February.
- Top: Black button-up shirt or blouse. Black tie optional
- Bottom: Black dress pants or skirt (knee length or longer).
- Black dress allowed (knee length or longer).
- Black shoes.
- Spending money if you wish.
- Chargers. You are responsible for the safety of your devices.
- A water bottle
- Prescription or over the counter medications. Medications may not be shared.
- If prescription medication requires refrigeration, contact jbongaarts@mmea.org no later than June 30th
- Alarm clock or app
FEB 2026 ALL-STATE REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE
- Final performance will be at Orchestra Hall in Minneapolis on Saturday, February 14th, 2026
- Rehearsals are from 1PM-7:15PM on Friday February 13th and 8AM-10AM on Saturday February 14th.
- Check-in for February All-State will be Friday February 13th in the morning.
- Clear these dates NOW. You have committed to these dates by accepting All-State membership.
CONTACT INFORMATION AND QUESTIONS
- Payment or balance questions: info@mmea.org or 763.566.1460
- Receiving music: jbongaarts@mmea.org or 763.566.1460
- Questions about music: Jacob Kempenich at jkempenich@mmea.org
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