1 Eligibility

1. A nominee must have taught choral music in Alabama schools for a minimum of fifteen (15) years.
2. A nominee should have established and/or maintained a choral program that is recognized as one of quality and high standards.
3. A nominee must have actively participated in AVA-sponsored events.
4. A nominee must have made contributions to the Alabama Vocal Association with positive support and encouragement.
5. A nominee may not be a current AVA board member.

2 How to Nominate a Director

1. Submit a completed Frances P. Moss Award Nomination Form FPM1 by January 1 OR
2. Submit a letter or email to Jane Powell with the same information to by January 1.
   • Nominee's name and address
   • Nominee's present position and address
   • Nominee's number of years of choral teaching in Alabama
   • Nominee's contributions to excellence in choral music
   • Nominee's support of an participation in the Alabama Vocal Association
   • Nominator's name and address

3 Selection Process

1. The Alabama Vocal Association Board will vote on submitted nominations at the January board meeting.
2. The award will be given each year, if there are qualified candidates.

4 The Award

The winner of the award will be presented with a plaque at the All-State concert.  The plaque will contain the recipient's name and will detail the many contributions of Dr. Frances P. Moss to the art of choral music in the state of Alabama.