Vocal Music Program

There are many opportunities for students to be active as singers and performers. From our award winning show choirs, to our select chamber choir, to our concert chorus, there is a place for every voice type and talent level at AHS. Check out below to see what we offer here at AVM and what group might be right for you!

AHS Concert Chorus

Meeting Time: During School Day | Credits: 0.5 Semester / 1.0 Full Year

In this course, students will study many genres of music from significant historical eras in original languages as well as musical theatre and pop. In the process of preparing music, students develop vocal technique, aural skills, elements of expression, good rehearsal habits and stage etiquette. The course includes participation in occasional community performances and concerts with a few possible after school rehearsals. It is important to note that students must be enrolled in an ensemble in order to be eligible to audition for MMEA Northeast Districts or All-State festivals.

Students participating in Honors Concert Choir will enroll in the whole year and must complete one additional project, and participate in an Honors Recital with two or more original or selected solos. Students electing Concert Choir do not need to elect the honors level until the class is in session.

Chamber Choir

Meeting Time: During School Day | Credits: 1.0 Full Year

In this course, students develop a high level of musicianship and proficiency in this advanced, audition required ensemble. They explore and perform a variety of choral literature, vocal techniques, and advanced sight-singing. Students perform in both accompanied and unaccompanied performances. Repertoire can include popular and sacred songs in English, Italian, German, French, Latin and more. Participation is expected in community performances, festivals, and home concerts. Travel is also a possibility as part of the group. Students enrolled in Chamber Choir are also eligible to audition for MMEA Northeastern District Festival.

Students participating in Honors Chamber Choir will enroll in the whole year and must complete one additional project, and participate in an Honors Recital with two or more original or selected solos. Students electing Chamber Choir do not need to elect the honors level until the class is in session.

Back to Bass-ics, Tenor/Bass Show Choir

Meeting Time: Monday 6:30p-8:00p | 1.0 Year

Back to Bass-ics is Andover High’s audition-only Tenor/Bass Show Choir. Students develop musicianship and proficiency in ensemble performance, study of appropriate literature, vocal techniques, sight singing, and choreography. Repertoire includes selections from popular music, jazz standards, and Broadway musicals. This group competes and works hard to make every performance entertaining for the audience. Show Choir has a heavy schedule of extracurricular performances throughout the year including competitions and festivals that are required. Travel is also a possibility as part of the group.Students should not request this course on their Course Selection Sheet; they will be assigned after group selection. Any student who wishes to participate in Show Choir is expected to enroll in one semester of Concert Choir.

Nothin' But Treble, Alto/Soprano Show Choir

Meeting Time: Wednesday 6:00 - 8:00p / Thursday 4:00p-6:00p | 1.0 Year

Nothin' But Treble is Andover High’s audition-only Alto/Soprano Show Choir. Students develop musicianship and proficiency in ensemble performance, study of appropriate literature, vocal techniques, sight singing, and choreography. Repertoire includes selections from popular music, jazz standards, and Broadway musicals. This group competes and works hard to make every performance entertaining for the audience. Show Choir has a heavy schedule of extracurricular performances throughout the year including competitions and festivals that are required. Travel is also a possibility as part of the group. Students should not request this course on their Course Selection Sheet; they will be assigned after group selection. Any student who wishes to participate in Show Choir is expected to enroll in one semester of Concert Choir.

From Start to Finish, Mixed Show Choir

Meeting Time: Monday 4:00p-6:30p / Wednesday 3:15 - 5:45p | 1.0 Year

From Start to Finish is Andover High’s audition-only Mixed Show Choir. Students develop musicianship and proficiency in ensemble performance, study of appropriate literature, vocal techniques, sight singing, and choreography. Repertoire includes selections from popular music, jazz standards, and Broadway musicals. This group competes and works hard to make every performance entertaining for the audience. Show Choir has a heavy schedule of extracurricular performances throughout the year including competitions and festivals that are required. Travel is also a possibility as part of the group. Students should not request this course on their Course Selection Sheet; they will be assigned after group selection. Any student who wishes to participate in Show Choir is expected to enroll in one semester of Concert Choir.