Chorale is the top performing ensemble of the GHS Choir Program. They are the "Voice" of Guyer and can be heard in performances throughout the community. Members of Chorale perform advanced choral literature (UIL Grade 5), sight read at an extremely high level (UIL SR Level 5), and use excellent vocal technique. They are an auditioned group made up of mostly upperclassmen men and women. As leaders of the choir program, members of Chorale are held to a higher standard of conduct, academic performance, leadership, and participation.
Breakthrough is a small performing ensemble made up of members of the top performing ensemble (Chorale) of the GHS Choir Program. In order to be in this choir, you must also be enrolled in Chorale. This group can be heard in performances throughout the community singing a variety of a cappella literature from madrigals to pop music. Members of Breakthrough perform advanced choral literature, sight read at an extremely high level, and use excellent vocal technique. They are an auditioned group made up of upperclassmen men and women. As leaders of the choir program, members of Chamber are held to a higher standard of conduct, academic performance, leadership, and participation. Breakthrough is called to sing at various events across the community throughout the year.
Bella Voce is an auditioned ensemble of 9th-12th grade Sopranos and Altos. They perform intermediate to advanced choral literature (UIL grades 3 and 4), sight read at a high level (UIL Level 3), and build upon an advancing knowledge of vocal technique and sight reading skills.
Forte is an unauditioned ensemble made up of 9th-12th grade Tenors and Basses. These singers perform intermediate choral literature (UIL Grade 3) and build upon a developing knowledge of vocal technique and sight reading skills.
Cantate is an unauditioned ensemble made up of 9th-12th grade Sopranos and Altos. Cantate performs intermediate choral literature (UIL Grades 2 and 3) and builds upon a developing knowledge of vocal technique and sight reading skills.