Irvine, CA — April 21, 2026 — Choral Arts Initiative (CAI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Hodgins to its Board of Directors, bringing with him a distinguished career spanning music, journalism, and arts advocacy. Hodgins is the founder and publisher of Culture OC, a leading digital publication dedicated to covering the vibrant arts landscape of Orange County. A respected voice in arts journalism and criticism, Hodgins has spent decades shaping public discours

After selecting from a competitive pool of applicants, Choral Arts Initiative is proud to announce the Fellows selected for the 2026 PREMIERE|Project Festival. This year’s festival marks an important milestone in the program’s continued growth with the launch of a Conductor Track, marking the first time the festival includes conductors as participating fellows.