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Marcela Molina

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Director and Conductor, Tucson Girls Chorus and Tucson Symphony Chorus
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About Marcela Molina

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Dr. Marcela Molina has been leading the Tucson Girls Chorus (Arizona) since 2006, first serving as Artistic Director and taking the helm as Executive Director in 2011. Under Dr. Molina’s guidance, the Tucson Girls Chorus (TGC) has grown significantly in programming and community engagement. With her leadership, the TGC has transformed into a vibrant and collaborative organization that creates access to inclusive programming for youth and provides resources to music educators and support to their classroom all year-round. In addition to her work with the TGC, Dr. Molina is the Director of the Tucson Symphony Orchestra Chorus.

Dr. Molina was an honoree in Tucson’s 40 under 40 for her significant achievements and contributions in her profession and community and was one of the eight in the state of Arizona chosen as a Cox Hispanic Heritage Month. She was selected as a finalist for the Woman of Influence Awards in the category Arts and Culture Champion and under Molina’s leadership, the Tucson Girls Chorus was awarded the 2017 Copper Cactus award for Charitable Business sponsored by the Tucson Metro Chamber.

Born in Bogotá, Colombia, Dr. Molina holds degrees from Westminster Choir College and the University of Arizona. She has contributed articles to Antiphon, Teaching through Performance in Choir, Volume 2, and was a contributor for the book Choral Reflections: Insights from American Choral Conductor-Teachers. She was named 2019 Choral Director of the Year by AzACDA, and often serves as a clinician and guest conductor for choral festivals. Dr. Molina has served on the AzACDA board and standing committees for the ACDA Western Division. She currently serves on the board of Chorus America.

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