David c dickau biography templates

The Legacy of David Dickau: A Look Into His Career

“Students need to know that you love them, and that you’re there for them and care about them…that you don’t just care for them because of their voice.

You need to care for them as a person first.”

These words have been lived by Dr. David Dickau throughout his long and successful career as a composer and conductor. His list of accomplishments includes 26 years of teaching at MNSU, Mankato, 13 years as music director of Magnum Chorum, president and chair of ACDA, numerous appearances at festivals, countless compositions and awards, and much more.

David c dickau biography templates

The most notable aspect of this man’s career is the impact he has had in the lives of others. The following is an excerpt from a conversation I had with Dr. Dickau reflecting on his career.

Dr. David Dickau

Beulke: How did you get in to choral music?

Dickau: My first encounter with choral music was in my sophomore year of high school in Bakersfield, California.

At the time, I was pl