Chorus
Grades 6-8 Chorus Course Description
The Choral Music program is designed to enhance the musical, creative and expressive qualities of all vocal students. A major emphasis of this course is on singing activities and vocal production. Choral students will develop the skills necessary for ensemble singing of choral literature appropriately arranged for middle school voices, and in reading music notation. The course also provides opportunities for growth in the understanding of musical elements (rhythm, melody, form, harmony, dynamics, expressive elements, timbre, articulation, and style) as applied to the music performed. Students will learn to enjoy participating in vocal music; work cooperatively with other students in the musical organization and serve the school by participating in performances.
6th-grade chorus
Varied repertoire (Folk music, Spirituals, Holiday music, Historical periods, and Cultural pieces)
Development of proper vocal tone production, sight-reading, rhythmic, and technical studies
2 part or 3 part singing emphasis on harmony and blending
Performance of two concerts (Winter and Spring)
7th-grade chorus
Varied repertoire (Folk music, Spirituals, Holiday music, Historical periods, and Cultural pieces)
Development of proper vocal tone production, sight-reading, rhythmic, and technical studies
2 part or 3 part singing emphasis on harmony and blending
Performance of two concerts (Winter and Spring)
8th-grade chorus
Varied repertoire (Folk music, Spirituals, Holiday music, Historical periods, 21st Century, and Cultural pieces)
Development of proper vocal tone production, sight-reading, rhythmic, and technical studies (articulation/diction)
2 or 3 part (SAB) singing emphasis on harmony, intonation, timbre, and style
Performance of two concerts (Winter and Spring)