CALL FOR 2026 STUDENT RESEARCH POSTER PRESENTATIONS

The PODIUM 2026 National Committee invites the submission of proposals for the presentation of Student Research Posters.

A range of topics related to choral music and group singing will be considered, including (but not limited to) conducting and rehearsal strategies, choral/vocal music education, health and well-being, social justice, community music, choral repertoire, performance and artistic practices, composition/music creation, arts administration/management, technology, and interdisciplinarity of choral/group singing with other fields of study.

Presentations exploring promising research, as well as those inclusive of diverse singing traditions and practices, are highly encouraged. Participation in the PODIUM 2026 conference and festival is an excellent opportunity for students to showcase previous and ongoing research projects, while also networking with their peers and colleagues in the choral and group singing communities.

The PODIUM 2026’s Student Research Poster Sessions will be presented in person at the University of Victoria in Victoria, BC, on Sunday, May 17 at 10:30am and 1:30pm (presented twice due to this year’s double-stream conference format.)

Each session is 90 minutes in duration.

Presenters will be expected to be present with their poster during this time and to engage in conversation about their research with other delegates.

For students who would like to present but are unable to attend PODIUM 2026 in person, there will be the option to submit a 15-20 minute recorded presentation with a visual of your poster (on screen or via a QR code). The recording will be shared with all delegates at PODIUM 2026 with post-conference access for a limited time. In-person presenters are also welcome to create a recording.

  • Proposals must be submitted by April 12, 2026, via the application form on the PODIUM 2026 website and must include the following:

    • Description of research topic (max 250 words)

    • Abstract/description to appear in conference program (max 50 words)

    • Brief biography (max 150 words)

    • Headshot of presenter (high-quality .jpg) – image used for marketing purposes only

    • Academic affiliation (for information purposes only to confirm student status)

    • Information about co-presenter, if applicable

  • PODIUM 2026 strongly encourages the submission of proposals from both Choral Canada Student Chapter members and non-members.

    It is understood that Choral Canada, BC Choral Federation, and the Podium Planning Committee assume no financial responsibility for travel, food or accommodation for the in-person presenter.

    The submission of a proposal implies that, if invited, the in-person presenter is prepared to travel to and present at the PODIUM 2026 Conference & Festival at their own expense. Presenters must bring their own poster (3’ x 4’). They must also be a registered in-person delegate (full conference pass or day pass on Sunday May 17). If invited to present virtually, the presenter is prepared to provide their recording by the latest Friday, May 1, 2026. They must also be a registered in-person or virtual PODIUM 2026 delegate.

  • Your research will be supported after the conference with the opportunity for publication in Choral Canada’s journal Anacrusis. As with all submissions to Anacrusis, the submission must meet the journal’s guidelines and is subject to review. Presenters will have the opportunity to work with the Anacrusis Student Chapter Editor to refine their research to adhere to the journal's guidelines. This opportunity is available to both in-person and virtual presenters.

    We encourage students to present their research at other conferences and if they wish to have their article that was published in Anacrusis published in another journal, they can send a request to Choral Canada.

  • April 12, 2026: Proposal due date

    April 24, 2026: Notification of results (by Choral Canada)

    May 1, 2026: Notice of intent to accept invitation (by presenter)

    May 1, 2026: Recordings submitted to Podium (if applicable)

    May 17, 2026: Presentation at PODIUM 2026

  • Example Abstract: If it would be helpful for you to see an example of a past Research Poster Abstract, here is Student Chapter Executive Committee’s Laura Curtis’ abstract from 2018.

    Here is an article from Choral Canada’s journal Anacrusis about the benefits of participating in PODIUM as a student, written by Cameron Bennett. (English only)

APPLY NOW

The application deadline is April 12, 2026.

If you have questions or need help with your application, please contact Student Chapter Executive Committee Chair William Austin at william.austin@dal.ca or reach out to Choral Canada at students.etudiants@choralcanada.org or (647) 606-2467.