Online Professional Development

Live masterclasses.
One-on-one coaching.
Interact with professors.
Video resource library.
Learn at your own pace.
Affordable continuing education.
Accessible around the world.

Upcoming Live Masterclass

How to Make Your Band Sound Amazing

Dr. John Pasquale

Tuesday, June 6th 7:00-8:15PM EST

Stories from Members

Linda Heikkila

"I am so excited about all of this training! I would never have access to this kind of information in such a great format."

Javvieaus Stewart

"There is something for every kind of director to explore on the MCA platform at an affordable price! Every tool and resource is worth implementing!"

Dr. Charlene Archibeque - MCA Professor

"Conductors of all ages and experiences can find solutions to fill in their personal rehearsal/conducting gaps through this amazing one on one program."

Julie Lowry

"I am extremely impressed with

Modern Conducting Academy and their client service is unmatched."

Keith Lathrom

“I am really enjoying the program so far. Such a diverse resource and I am glad I purchased a subscription."

Jacob Boland

“These conducting masterclasses opened an entirely new realm of educational insights and resources that allowed for the re-enhancement of my conducting."

Crystal Stone

“My favorite thing about MCA is that it’s not a huge time commitment. They are incredibly effective masterclasses that you can do any time."

Tracy Snipstead

"Thanks again for providing these master classes. I feel so much better about spending time and money learning about different aspects of choral conducting."

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Every class has free video content, so everyone can learn and engage.

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LIVE CLASSES & 100+ VIDEOS

Monthly

Start learning immediately with our video library, interact with leading conductors LIVE every month, receive one-on-one training, and be a part of our supportive MCA community.

Only $15.00/month

6 Months

Split the payments through out the year and Save 25% off the monthly payments. Start learning immediately with our video library, interact with leading conductors LIVE every month, receive one-on-one training, and be a part of our supportive MCA community.

Only $70.00/6 months

Annual

Save 33% for all that is included in monthly plans. PLUS, for every annual membership purchased, MCA will scholarship an annual membership. You can select a recipient or allow MCA to select one from our scholarship applicants around the world.

Only $120.00/year

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OUR GLOBAL MISSION

Modern Conducting Academy makes world-class education accessible to people regardless of global location, educational background, or family budget.

MCA was created by Dr. Jaclyn Normandie after she saw colleagues seeking a way to continue their education without taking time away from families and established careers with graduate school or expensive conferences. While these are invaluable methods of education, they limit accessibility.

MCA believes that every person who desires growth in their musicianship should have access to education.

Scholarship Program

When you purchase an Annual Membership, we gift an Annual Membership to recipient of your choice or one of our scholarship applicants.

Staying true to our mission of accessible education, we have many scholarship members in countries around the world. Pictured here is the Hope Music Foundation in Uganda, one of our partnered organizations.

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Classes for All Levels

Whether you are a college student or seasoned professional, we have resources for you. MCA offers professional development for music educators in the areas of choir, band, and orchestra.

Private Lessons

Private coaching available in:

Conducting Gesture
Score Study
Mental Wellness
Stress Management
Career Goal Development

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Professional Development Hours

FREE professional development certificates for each of our masterclasses. Great for PD requirements at your school.

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We have members on SIX continents.

Monthly

Start learning immediately with our video library, interact with leading conductors LIVE every month, receive one-on-one training, and be a part of our supportive MCA community.

Only $15.00/month