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Announcements
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09-29-2023: momentum Show Choir band sign up
If you are interested in being part of the 23-24 Momentum Show Choir Band (or know an awesome player that should join us!), please review the following information and then fill out the form below!
The show band is vital to the success of our varsity show choir, Momentum. We will have weekly band-only rehearsals, based on student availability, beginning no earlier than the week of October 23.
Bands will join the show choirs after Thanksgiving on Mon, Nov 27.
Momentum generally rehearses Mondays 6-9p. Show band will likely be called 7:30-9p.
In January, Momentum ADDS one Thursdays 6-8p dress rehearsal to their schedule on Thursday, January 4. Show band will likely be called 7-8p.
Performances are as follows:
Sat Dec 16 @ DCG (preview performance / photos)
Sat Jan 6 @ DM Christian (ALL DAY)
Sat Jan 13 @ Waukee (ALL DAY)
Tue Jan 23 @ DCG (joint performance with Infinity from Oak View)
Sat Jan 27 @ Glenwood (ALL DAY)
Sat Feb 10 @ North Polk (ALL DAY)
Sat Feb 24 @ Atlantic (ALL DAY)
Sat Mar 2 @ DCG (hosting Take Two competition)
Fri Mar 22 @ DCG
Once sign up has completed, an email will be sent to all participants with band-only rehearsal information. A full calendar of rehearsals and performances will be made available by the first band-only rehearsal.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Davenport
01-09-2023: Take two volunteer opportunities
On Friday, January 20 and Saturday January 21, we will be hosting Take Two, our annual show choir competition. Over 2,000 guests will be in our building throughout the weekend, and your volunteer support is needed!
All volunteers receive free admission, and any volunteer working two or more shifts will receive a free meal voucher. Students can receive Silver Cord hours.
Please note the following performance times of your favorite DCG show choir when choosing your volunteer shifts:
Infinity - Friday @ 8:00pm
Impulse - Saturday @ 4:55pm
Momentum - Saturday @ 9:30pm
Thank you!
10-05-2022: HS Show Choir band sign up
If you are interested in joining the 22-23 Show Choir Bands (or know an awesome player that should join us!), please review the following information and then fill out the form below!
The show bands are vital to the success of both Momentum (V) and Impulse (JV). We will have weekly band-only rehearsals, based on student availability, beginning no earlier than the week of October 24.
Bands will join the show choirs after Thanksgiving on Mon, Nov 28.
Impulse generally rehearses Mondays 5-6:30p. Show band will likely be called 5:30-6:30.
In January and February, Impulse ADDS the following Thursdays 5-6:30p (Jan 5 / Feb 23). Show band will likely be called 5:30-6:30p.
Momentum generally rehearses Mondays 6-9p. Show band will likely be called 6:45-8:15p.
In January and February, Momentum ADDS the following Thursdays 6-8p (Jan 5 / Jan 12 / Jan 26 / Feb 23). Show band will likely be called 7-8p.
Performances are as follows:
Mon Dec 19 @ DCG
Sat Jan 7 @ DM Christian (ALL DAY)
Sat Jan 14 @ Waukee (ALL DAY)
Sat Jan 21 @ DCG
Sat Jan 28 @ Glenwood (Momentum only - ALL DAY)
Sat Feb 11 @ North Polk (ALL DAY)
Sat Feb 25 @ SEP (ALL DAY)
Fri Mar 24 @ DCG
Once sign up has completed, an email will be sent to all participants with band-only rehearsal information. A full calendar of rehearsals and performances will be made available by the first band-only rehearsal.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Davenport
05-20-2022: HS Show choir audition results
Congratulations and thank you to all who auditioned. We are looking forward to an exciting year ahead in our show choirs.
While we have taken every effort to make sure we post a 100% correct list, mistakes happen from time to time. If one of these scenarios pertains to you, please follow the directions:
If your name is missing and you auditioned, please contact Mrs. Davenport IMMEDIATELY
If your name is on the list more than once, please contact Mrs. Davenport IMMEDIATELY
PLEASE REMEMBER: each person and each voice makes our choir program the wonderful experience we offer. Each person is placed where they will grow and contribute to making all of our program better. The results may not be what some of you had hoped for; it is okay to feel disappointed. Know that no matter which show choir you are in next year, it is up to all of us to make both Impulse and Momentum the best they can be moving forward. Trust the results and help us make each group as special as they can be.
If you have any questions abouty your placement, please wait until Monday, May 23rd to contact Mrs. Davenport.
We firmly believe this will help grow and expand our show choirs as we continue building a program of vocal excellence! We look forward to an exciting year ahead!
Mrs. Davenport
Mr. Mohlis
Mr. Roberts
05-04-2022: HS Show Choir Audition dance update
Dance workshops will be held on Monday, May 9 and Tuesday, May 10 from 3:30-4:30, led by our choreographer Grant Luther. You only need to attend ONE of the workshops, either Monday or Tuesday (though you are welcome to attend both if you'd like!).
You will then have the remainder of the week to rehearse on your own. The official audition will occur on Friday, May 13. You will dance in groups of 3-5 to be adjudicated by the directing team.
Please wear clothes you can comfortably move in and tennis shoes (NO SANDALS / FLIP FLOPS).
You should have received an email confirming your Friday audition time, but please review these lists as well.
Good luck!
05-02-2022: HS Show choir audition FAq's
There has been so much great interest in joining the high school show choir program! As we prepare for auditions next week, here's some answers to the most frequently asked questions.
When will the dance workshops begin?
Both Monday and Tuesday dance workshops will begin at 3:30pm in the Meadows Choir Room at the High School (room #812).
When will Friday audition times be shared?
You will receive an email from Mrs. Davenport on Wednesday, May 4 confirming your audition time for Friday. With such a large number of auditionees, 15 minute time blocks were created to best utilize student time. Spots were filled on a first come, first serve basis.
Can I come early on Friday?
YES. You are guaranteed to audition at your time, but if someone is late or does not show, we will open that spot to any interested individual who is waiting their turn. If you are late to your time, you will be worked in as soon as possible.
Will a video recording of the dance be made?
YES, a video recording will be made. A link to the video will be sent to your school email for you to use throughout the week.
If I can't attend a workshop, what do I do?
You will receive the link to the video and learn the dance on your own / with friends.
If I can't attend Friday auditions, what do I do?
Keep an eye on your email - we'll send you specific instructions!
When will the lists be posted?
The lists will be posted no later than Friday, May 20 (and no EARLIER than Tuesday, May 17, so don't frantically check over the weekend!). You will receive an email when the lists are posted - they will be posted here on the Vocal Music Website - and social media announcements will also be made directing you to the website.
If you have further questions about show choir auditions or the process, please contact Mrs. Davenport. Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you next week!
04-13-2022: HS Show Choir Audition information
If you are interested in auditioning to be a member of either Impulse (JV) or Momentum (V) show choir, please read all information, then click the link below to sign up!
Dance workshops will be held on Monday, May 9 and Tuesday, May 10 from 3:30-4:30, led by our choreographer Grant Luther. You only need to attend ONE of the workshops, either Monday or Tuesday (though you are welcome to attend both if you'd like!).
You will then have the remainder of the week to rehearse on your own. The official audition will occur on Friday, May 13. You will dance in groups of 4-6 to be adjudicated by the directing team.
Please wear clothes you can comfortably move in and tennis shoes (NO SANDALS / FLIP FLOPS).
If you have conflicts with any of these dates, please still fill out the form and further information will be sent to your school email.
Good luck!
07-01-2021: Show Choir Audition Results
Congratulations and thank you to all who auditioned. We are looking forward to an exciting year ahead in our show choirs. As we work to further align our vocal music ensembles at the high school, work to provide the best show choir design for our students, and look at other show choir programs around the Des Moines Metro, please note these adjustments made to our show choir membership:
Momentum:
10-12 Treble Clef Voices
9-12 Bass Clef Voices
Impulse:
9-12 Treble Clef Voices
If you have any questions abouty your placement, please wait until Tuesday, July 6th to contact the directors.
We firmly believe this will help grow and expand our show choirs as we continue building a program of vocal excellence! We look forward to an exciting year ahead!
Mrs. Davenport
Mr. Mohlis
Mr. Roberts
06-03-2021: Show choir Annoucment
We are excited to announce, pending board approval in June, that Mrs. Renee Davenport will join our music team to lead our Show Choir program for the 2021-22 school year.
Mrs. Davenport is currently the Development Manager for the Des Moines Symphony and has been an assistant director with the Southeast Polk Show Choir for the past ten years. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our program. She is enthusiastic to lead our show choir portion of the program, continue to build on our tradition of excellence, and help us build a well rounded choral experience for our students. We are so excited for the experiences she will bring to DCG!
Keep checking your emails as we roll out show choir audition materials and a chance to meet Mrs. Davenport in person!
05-01-2021: auditions results (HS Choirs)
Congratulations to all who auditioned for our high school choirs! You will find the results attached to this post. These are the choirs in which you may be placed:
DCG Singers (Advanced Mixed)-5th Period
Bella Voce (Advanced Treble)-4th Period
Concert Choir (Intermediate Mixed)-3rd Period
Treble Clef Choir-6th Period
Bass Clef Choir-6th Period
While we have taken every effort to make sure we post a 100% correct list, mistakes happen from time to time. If one of these scenarios pertains to you, please follow the directions:
1) If you name is missing and you auditioned, please contact Mr. Mohlis IMMEDIATELY
2) If your name is on the list more than once, please contact Mr. Mohlis IMMEDIATELY
3) If you go by a name that is different than what is on the list, do not do anything yet. We are going by what Infinite Campus has in order to make sure your are processed correctly for scheduling. I will make adjustments to the list once the scheduling is completed.
PLEASE REMEMBER: Each person and each voice makes our choir program the wonderful experience we offer. Each person is placed where they will best grow and contribute to making all of our program better. The results may not be what some of you had hoped for; it is okay to feel disappointed. Know that no matter which choir you are in next year, it is up to all of us to make each choir the best it can be moving forward. Trust the results and help us make each group as special as it can be. Each voice in our program matters. Welcome to the DCG High School Choir Family!
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