Dave Cross is a member of the Washington Music Educators Hall of
Fame. Throughout his career he has earned the respect of music
educators for his integrity, sincerity, and for the extent and quality of his
contributions to music education. He is a past-president of the Washington
Music Educators. He has directed all-state Vocal Jazz ensembles
throughout the United States and continues as an adjudicator at various
choral music festivals. His vocal jazz arrangements have been published
by UNC Jazz Press and Sound Music Publications / Anchor Music.