Course Outline - Choral 10, 20, 30/Music 30
Concert Choir is a full year, one credit course for students in grades 9, 10, 11& 12. The object of this class is the rehearsal and performance of choral music written for mixed voices (SATB). Included is instruction in vocal production, sight-reading, ensemble vocal techniques and the stylistic demands of the music. Participation in concerts is mandatory. The class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at lunch.
All choir members may be dismissed 10 minutes prior to the end of their third slot class.
Your will be graded on the following:
25% Concert Attendance - Attending a choral concert in which the student performs. Make-up work is allowed under specific circumstances, which will be covered later in Concert Attendance Policy.
15% Voice Lessons/Sectionals - Each semester students are required to sign up and attend a voice lesson or sectional with the director either individually or with other students. Lesson times are available after school. Students that have completed their voice requirement, and would like to continue to improve their vocal skills or prepare for a vocal solo or duet, may sign up for lessons.
40% Daily Attendance - Choir is a performance based class and must be attended. Excused absences must be made up in an after school lesson. Unexcused absences will result in a make deduction. Approved school activities that require an absence from rehearsal will not be counted.
20% Classroom Participation Evaluation - will be based on the student's contribution in rehearsals and their effort to display a positive attitude toward choir. Classroom participation includes the following areas:
Class Attitude
Following class rules
No disruptive talking
No disruptive/disrespectful behavior
No gum chewing
Class Contribution
Displaying proper vocal skills
Open mouth, relaxed jaw
Low correct breathing
Good sitting and standing posture
Positive participation
Eagerness to learn
Setting an example of positive self-discipline
Class leadershiptaking the initiative
Concert Attendance Policy
Since concerts are an extension of our classroom activities, we expect all students to attend each performance and we use this as one of the grading proficiencies for every quarter. We do recognize, however, that there will occasionally be absences. There are three types of absences.
Authorized absence with prior notification
" Athletic or school related conflicts, family vacations
" Make-up work required for grade.
Excused absence after event with notification
" Student illness or family emergency (please call director)
" Make-up work required for grade.
Unexcused absence
" No prior notification
" skipping concert
" leaving concert early,
" work conflicts (to the discretion of the director)
Concert Attire
Formal Black Concert Attire - Provided
Casual Attire - Red Choir Shirt - Order form on school website.
Please return order form and money to Ms. Becker by Tuesday October 14th.
Click HERE for a link to CCS Choir Clothing