CHS Chamber Singers

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Course Description

Chamber Singers in an auditioned ensemble of 9th-12th graders. We rehearse on Monday evenings from 7:00-9:00pm at Canton High School.

Chamber Singers is an advanced performing ensemble selected by audition. All members must also be part of Concert Choir. Students will work on advanced ensemble skills and repertoire focused on small ensemble choral singing. Evening and weekend concerts, as well as various state and district festivals, offer many performance opportunities. Attendance at all performances is a mandatory component of the class.

Class Expectations

Students are expected to adhere to the following:
- - - Arrive to class on time
    - Bring your black music binder and a pencil to class
    - A water bottle is recommended
    - Participate in class activities (warm ups, sight reading, rehearsing concert repertoire)
    - All Student Handbook policies regarding attendance and expectations apply
There is no gum allowed at any time in choir class. All gum must be disposed of before the beginning of class.
Phones are not to be used at any time in choir class, unless the teacher has given permission to do so.

Grading Policy

CMS/CHS

Choir Grading

The following is a breakdown and description of grades in choir.

Attendance (40%) - Attendance is crucial for success in this class. Since this is an ensemble-based class, the only way that the ensemble can reach its fullest potential is if each and every member is consistently present. Accumulated absences and tardies will affect the students grade. Attendance policies explained in the student handbook apply.

Concerts/Performance Assessments (30%) - Attendance for concerts is mandatory. It is the culminating presentation of months of hard work, and the success of the concert is dependent upon the attendance & participation of all members of the ensemble. There may also be other performance assessments throughout the year. These types of evaluations will demonstrate the student's ability to perform various musical concepts and skills such as rhythm, scales and exercises using solfege syllables, vocal technique, and skills within concert repertoire. This category includes all school-related performances and dress rehearsals.

Habits of Work (20%) - In order for a choir to sound its best, each individual singer needs to be working at their best in both performances and rehearsals. That includes coming to class prepared and ready to give your best effort. Arrive to class on time with the necessary materials (binder w/ music, pencil). Water bottle is recommended. Be present, and focused on the task at hand. Be respectful and cooperative toward the success of the group.

Class Assignments (10%) - This involves tasks such as returning required paperwork, program notes on the concert repertoire, concert reflections, and additional assignments to be explained in class.

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