Chorus
Berea High School
Chorus 1
Course Name: Chorus 1
Course Code: 354101CW
Director: Emma Draney
Chorus 1 is a beginning choral class where students will learn how to read and perform music. They will learn music basics, theory, history, voice range, and more. The goal for this class is for the student to be able to take the advanced choral classes based on the abilities they have from this course.
Prerequisites: Chorus 1- No prerequisite as this is a beginning level class.Chorus 2- Must have taken Chorus 1 and passed. Must be able to read music, count rhythms, and match pitch.
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: No
Sign up process: Register or email the director
Sign up dates: When registering for classes
Time Commitment: Chorus classes meet during the day as they are separate classes. If we are going to do a performance, there is always the possibility of adding after school rehearsals.
Costs/Fees: For the class, $0. If we have certain events, that may vary.
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Chorus 2
Course Name: Chorus 2
Course Code: 354201CW
Director: Emma Draney
Chorus 2 is considered a part of our advanced choral classes, as it is combined with Chorus 3 and 4. This class will work on and perform more advanced and in depth pieces of music based on the ability of the ensemble. Goals for this class include performing in concerts and festivals, expanding knowledge in different aspects of music, and grow as a vocal performer.
Prerequisites: Must have taken Chorus 1 and passed. Must be able to read music, count rhythms, and match pitch.
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: No
Sign up process: Register or email the director
Sign up dates: When registering for classes
Time Commitment: Chorus classes meet during the day as they are separate classes. If we are going to do a performance, there is always the possibility of adding after school rehearsals.
Costs/Fees: For the class, $0. If we have certain events, that may vary.
📞 864-355-1684
Blue Ridge High School
Chorus 1 - Mixed Choir
Course Name: Chorus 1
Course Code: 354101CW
Director: Jon Reid
All freshmen and all students new to the Blue Ridge High School Choral Program should enroll in Chorus 1 (Mixed Choir). In Mixed Choir, we will review basic music literacy skills learned in elementary and middle school programs, and work heavily on vocal tone and part independence. Students will sing in three concerts throughout the year, and will be expected to perform at a CPA evaluation in the Spring. All students enrolling in Chorus 1 should also enroll in Chorus 2 the following semester.
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: No
Sign up process: Choose Chorus 1 when enrolling with your guidance counselor
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: 3-4 required concerts per year. Minimal after school rehearsals or commitments.
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-1862
Carolina High School and Academy
Chorus 1 & 2
Course Names/Codes:
Chorus 1 - 354101CW
Chorus 2 - 354201CW
Director: Rebecca Summey
Students work together to develop ensemble skills while also developing their individual vocal techniques.
Prerequisites: It is strongly encouraged students have had prior chorus experience if joining a high school performing ensemble.
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: No
Sign up process: Request "Chorus" for both fall and spring semester with your guidance counselor
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: 90 minute class every school day; rehearsals before or after school scheduled as needed; 1 concert per semester
Costs/Fees: Costs may come up throughout the year to cover materials and supplies
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Eastside High School
Junior Varsity Choir
Course Names/Codes:
Chorus 1 - 354101CW
Chorus 2 - 354201CW
Director: Ron Hendrix
For the beginning level chorus student
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: No
Sign up process: Call or email Mr. Hendrix, then contact your guidance counselor to register and sign up
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: Daily class rehearsals are the main rehearsal times.
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-2519
Concert Choir
Course Names/Codes:
Chorus Ensemble 1 - 459914CW
Chorus Ensemble 2 - 459983CW
Chorus Ensemble 3 Honors - 459903HW
Chorus Ensemble 4 Honors - 459915HW
Director: Ron Hendrix
For the intermediate level chorus student
Prerequisites: Incoming freshmen must have completed Chorus 1 in middle school or come with a recommendation from their middle school director or private voice instructor.
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: Yes. Students will participate in a pitch and rhythm memory exercise and a pitch matching exercise.
Sign up process: Call or email Mr. Hendrix, then contact your guidance counselor to register and sign up.
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: Daily class rehearsals are the main rehearsal times. For Concert and Varsity Choirs, 4 major in house performances are required: Fall, Winter, Dinner Theater and Spring performances. Those students in honors level will be required to audition for SC All State Choir, District Honors Choir as well as participate in the State Performance Assessment in the Spring.
Costs/Fees: Concert Dresses - $70 / Tuxedos - $120
📞 864-355-2519
Varsity Choir
Course Names/Codes:
Vocal Performance 1 - 459954CW
Vocal Performance 2 - 459911CW
Vocal Performance 3 Honors - 459927HW
Vocal Performance 4 Honors - 459939HW
Director: Ron Hendrix
For the advanced choral student
Prerequisites: Incoming freshman must have completed Chorus 1 in middle school or come with a recommendation from middle school director or private voice instructor.
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: Yes. Students will participate in a pitch and rhythm memory exercise and a pitch matching exercise, and must sight-sing four measures of choral music containing quarter, dotted quarter, and eighth notes, as well as half and whole notes.
Sign up process: Call or email Mr. Hendrix, then contact your guidance counselor to register and sign up.
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: Daily class rehearsals are the main rehearsal times. For Concert and Varsity Choirs, 4 major in house performances are required: Fall, Winter, Dinner Theater and Spring performances. Those students in honors level will be required to audition for SC All State Choir, District Honors Choir as well as participate in the State Performance Assessment in the Spring.
Costs/Fees: Concert Dresses - $70 / Tuxedos - $120
📞 864-355-2519
Fine Arts Center
Voice Honors
Course Names/Codes:
Voice Honors 3H -
Voice Honors 4H -
Director: Danielle Knox
Each student is given one-on-one vocal training in both master class and private instruction settings. Students will study vocal technique, singer's diction in English, Italian, French, and German, as well as a wide range of musical repertoire spanning classical and musical theater genres. In addition, students will train as "singing actors" which will incorporate acting techniques that will help them become communicative, versatile, and creative vocal artists. Singers in the program will receive basic keyboard skills woven in to the class structure taught by collaborative pianist, Sherry Parrini. Music Theory is a required elective for the vocalists in the program. Music Theory education is essential to becoming a strong musician. Students receive college level training that will prepare them for higher education. Several exciting performance opportunities will be available to the voice students such as recitals, regional competitions, fully staged scenes programs, and master classes with guest artists from around the country.
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: The audition requirements are a pre-screen video of one selection from either the musical theatre or classical genres of music. Please visit our website for more details.
Sign up process: Apply through Backpack and submit a pre-screen video to director
Sign up dates: Apply through Backpack from December 1 - January 20
Time Commitment: Half of your day is spent at the Fine Arts Center. You will have 2 classes: 1 in voice and 1 in the music theory elective.
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-2567
Fountain Inn High School
Chorus 1 & 2
Course Names/Codes:
Chorus 1 - 354101CW
Chorus 2 - 354201CW
Director: Sarah Wahl
This is a non-auditioned course open to all students. This course emphasizes the development of basic vocal techniques and skills including: good posture, tone quality, breath support, diction, and attack and release. Attention is given to the understanding and practice of basic elements of music including music reading skills. Students may have the opportunity to sing in foreign languages while studying a variety of styles of choral music. Vocal independence is emphasized in the performance opportunities that will be given. This is considered a beginning level class. Students will have the opportunity to audition for advanced choral classes after completing Chorus 1 and 2.
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: No
Sign up process: Sign up with guidance counselors - spring semester
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: Class rehearsal time (Mon-F, 90 minutes all year), winter and spring concert, competition or CPA in the spring
Costs/Fees: $20
📞 864-452-1827
Foundations Singers
Course Name: Foundations Singers
Course Code:
Director: Sarah Wahl
This is a non-auditioned course open to all students. This course emphasizes the development of basic vocal techniques and skills including: good posture, tone quality, breath support, diction, and attack and release. Attention is given to the understanding and practice of basic elements of music including music reading skills. Students may have the opportunity to sing in foreign languages while studying a variety of styles of choral music. Vocal independence is emphasized in the performance opportunities that will be given. This is considered a beginning level class. Students will have the opportunity to audition for advanced choral classes after completing Chorus 1 and 2.
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: No
Sign up process: Sign up with guidance counselors - spring semester
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: Class rehearsal time (Mon-F, 90 minutes all year), winter and spring concert, competition or CPA in the spring
Costs/Fees: $20
📞 864-452-1827
Greenville High School
Chorus 1
Course Name: Chorus 1
Code: 354101CW
Director: Julie Florin
This course emphasizes the development of basic vocal techniques and skills in ensemble singing.
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: No
Sign up process: Class registration and/or email director
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: Concerts and one after-school rehearsal prior to the concert
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-651-0665
Advanced Chorus
Course Names/Codes:
Chorus 2 - 354201CW
Chorus 3 Honors - 354303HW
Chorus 4 Honors - 354403HW
Director: Julie Florin
Advanced Choral Ensemble for those having previous experience in chorus. Advanced Chorus participates in District Honors Chorus, public performances, concerts, and special school functions.
Prerequisites: Chorus 1 (can be in 8th grade) or by audition
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: Students may audition if they feel they have previous choral experience that enables them to skip Chorus 1 in high school. Audition materials: sight-reading and a prepared solo of the student's choice.
Sign up process: Class registration and/or email director
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: Concerts and dress rehearsals, District Honors Chorus
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-651-0665
Greer High School
Chorus 1 & 2
Course Names/Codes:
Chorus 1 - 354101CW
Chorus 2 - 354201CW
Director: Nathaniel Stephen Gunter
This two semester, year-long course teaches all students to sing, read music, and perform at the high school level. Students grow individually and as an ensemble in preparation to join Junior Varsity and Varsity choirs.
Prerequisites: Students do not need previous experience to join the class.
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: No audition is required and solo singing during the class is not required.
Sign up process: Sign up through your IGP meeting, specifying year long choir. You may also contact Mr. Gunter directly to make sure you are in the correct class.
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: In addition to normal school periods, students will participate in two after school performances each semester for a total of four performances. Students will also take a trip to sing at Carowinds in May.
Costs/Fees: $60
Important Information: Students may audition to join upper level choirs.
📞 864-355-5727
Hillcrest High School
Chorus I
Course Name: Chorus 1
Course Code: 354101CW
Director: Holly Traynham Hill
This is a non-auditioned course open to all students. This course emphasizes the development of basic vocal techniques and skills including: good posture, tone quality, breath support, diction, and attack and release. Attention is given to the understanding and practice of basic elements of music including music reading skills. Students may have the opportunity to sing in foreign languages while studying a variety of styles of choral music. Vocal independence is emphasized in the performance opportunities that will be given. This is considered a beginning level class and students will have the opportunity to audition for advanced choral classes after completing Chorus I.
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: No. Students will have the opportunity to move up in the higher sections of chorus through choral director recommendation/audition while being in Chorus I. *If a middle school program offers Chorus I, then based on the recommendation of that middle school choral director, placing a freshman in Chorus II will be discussed and reviewed between middle and high school director. There will need to be a pitch matching exercise, tonal memory, and recommendation from their middle school choral director.
Sign up process: Through guidance and/or middle school choral director
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: Chorus I will be responsible for a couple of mandatory performances throughout the semester. Most extra rehearsals will be scheduled during the school day for Chorus I. There could be morning sectionals if needed, but not on a regular basis. The director is always willing to work with anyone having a scheduling conflict.
Costs/Fees: Students will be responsible for purchasing their own concert attire. This will be a cost under $100. The director will work with students to help with cost if that is an issue, sometimes through sponsors or attire passed down from past students.
Important Information: The Ram Voices of Hillcrest strive to bring an appreciation for all styles of music for each student in the program. The goal is to bring unity, team, excitement, and music technique while working on performance skills. Music speaks when words do not. For those students who love to sing and want to know more, join the chorus. For those students who love to sing and want to be a part of something big, join the chorus. For those students who want to show that they are well-rounded, join the chorus. For those students who want to work on performance anxiety, join the chorus. We want to open our Ram House doors to students who have a desire to not only sing but to want to know more about their art. We are Hillcrest. We are the Ram Voices. We want you to be a part of our family.
📞 864-355-3555
JL Mann High School
Mann Singers
Course Names/Codes:
Chorus 1 - 354101CW
Chorus 2 - 354201CW
Chorus 2H - 354212CH
Chorus 3H - 354303HW
Chorus 4H - 354403HW
Director: Tica Sullivan
This choir is open to all who have an interest in performing choral music. Students will learn vocal techniques, music notation and theory. Solo, small group and ensemble opportunities are available to students in the choir.
Prerequisites: It is highly suggested that the student has taken choir before but not required.
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: No
Sign up process: Contact your school counselor or directly contact the director by email or phone
Sign up dates: During regular course registration
Time Commitment: Required performances are the Fall, Winter and Spring Concerts. Other required performances will be announced at least two in advance.
Costs/Fees: $15
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Varsity Women's Choir
Course Name: Vocal Performance 2+
Course Code: 459911CW
Director: Tica Sullivan
Varsity Women's Choir is an auditioned choir for young ladies. Rising freshmen may register to audition. Students should be confident in their singing voice; be able to demonstrate proper vocal techniques; and be able to read music, including note reading, rhythms, key and time signatures, etc. Students will be exposed to choral elements, such as ensemble singing, blend, and vocal techniques. Students are required to participate in Solo and Ensemble and all campus performances. Other opportunities include All State and GCSD Honor Choir.
Prerequisites: Must have participated in the JL Mann Chorus or special audition for Rising Freshman.
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: Yes. Students must prepare any song of their choice, record it and upload to the Google Classroom for auditions, and complete a theory assessment and sight singing assessment. Students who express interest will receive an email with the link to google classroom and the audition details. Information for Middle School students will be sent to the Middle School Director to share.
Sign up process: JL Mann Choral Department Website
Sign up dates: December 15 - January 28
Time Commitment: Daily rehearsals in class and once a month after school from 3:45 - 5:00 PM. Performance dates are typically given at the start of the year and/or at least two weeks in advance of a performance.
Costs/Fees: $0
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Mauldin High School
Treble Choir / Bass Choir
Course Names/Codes:
Chorus 1 - 354101CW
Chorus 2 - 354201CW
Director: Kayla Waycaster
This course consists mostly of freshmen and sophomores, and is for treble singers or bass singers only. Focus is on learning about our developing voices and building relationships while exploring unique repertoire for treble or bass choirs.
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: None
Sign up process: Register for Chorus 1 or Chorus 2
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: Daily rehearsal during school, three performances in the fall semester, minimum of two performances in the spring (potentially more)
Costs/Fees: $15 for Choir T-shirt, $30 dress dry cleaning fee
Important Information: Check out our Instagram page @mauldinchoir for promotional materials.
📞 864-355-6589
Riverside High School
Riverside Singers
Course Names/Codes:
Chorus 1 - 354101CW
Chorus 2 - 354201CW
Director: Lindsay Brazell
Mixed choir for beginning choir students. Students will build a foundation of music literacy, vocal technique, and varied repertoire selections. This ensemble is a semester long course, but can be repeated if the student desires.
Prerequisites: Middle school choral experience, previous music experience, or director approval upon conference.
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: No audition required
Sign up process: Contact Mrs. Brazell or speak with your guidance counselor
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: In-class rehearsals, one main concert per semester with other performance opportunities throughout the year
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-7828
Southside High School
Southside Singers
Course Name: Vocal Performance 1
Course Code: 459954CW
Director: Madeline Simon
Year-long mixed ensemble chorus class that meets during school and performs two concerts on campus and several field trip performances.
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: No
Sign up process: Enroll in the appropriate chorus course with your guidance counselor
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: Daily class rehearsals during school, one after-school rehearsal per performance (day-of or day before)
Costs/Fees: $15
📞 864-355-8782
Travelers High School
Chorus 1 - Concert Choir
Course Name: Chorus 1 - Concert Choir
Course Code: 354101CW
Director: Peter Simms
Entry level chorus class for 9th graders as well as first-time upperclassmen without prior experience.
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: No
Sign up process: Talk to your guidance counselor
Sign up dates: Normal registration time
Time Commitment: 2-3 concert performances per semester after school. Daily 90-min class.
Costs/Fees: $0
📞 864-355-0085
Varsity Choir
Course Name: Chorus Ensemble 1
Course Code: 459914CW
Director: Peter Simms
This course is designed for 2nd-4th year chorus students in a mixed ensemble. We have frequent performances at school, festivals, and in the community.
Prerequisites: Chorus 1
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: The director auditions the students as part of Chorus 1 class the previous semester, or if new, they must demonstrate their singing to the director on a case-by-case basis.
Sign up process: Email Mr. Simms or stop by the chorus room to sign up and schedule an audition
Sign up dates: February-March, or later for transfers
Time Commitment: during school, plus 1-2 hours outside school some weeks
Costs/Fees: $0, but the purchase of a performance outfit is expected
📞 864-355-0085
Wade Hampton High School
Chorus 1
Course Name: Chorus 1
Course Code: 354101CW
Director: Amy Moyer
Beginner level choral class
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: No
Sign up process: request course
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: Evening concert each quarter, possible field trips
Costs/Fees: $0
Important Information: Signing up for chorus is a year long commitment. Signing up for Chorus 1 means also signing up for Vocal Performance 1 (459954CW). If you are interested in also taking band, orchestra, or theater, we are working to accommodate those students in an A day/B day format! Let us know, so that we can begin creating a schedule that works for you!
📞 864-355-0180
Chorus 2
Course Name: Chorus 2
Course Code: 354201CW
Director: Amy Moyer
Beginner chorus
Prerequisites: Pass Chorus 1 with a 70 or higher
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: No
Sign up process: Request course
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: Daily class, evening concert each quarter, possible field trips
Costs/Fees: $0
Important Information: Signing up for chorus is a year long commitment. Signing up for Chorus 2 means also signing up for Vocal Performance 2 (459911CW). If you are interested in also taking band, orchestra, or theater, we are working to accommodate those students in an A day/B day format! Let us know, so that we can begin creating a schedule that works for you!
📞 864-355-0180
Chorus 3 Honors
Course Name: Chorus Ens 3 Honors
Course Code: 459903HW
Director: Amy Moyer
Intermediate level choir. Students should show independent musicianship, sight reading skills, and excellent rehearsal skills.
Prerequisites: Pass Chorus 1 with an 85 or higher
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: Yes. Students will schedule an audition with Mrs. Moyer. They will sing vocal exercises, sight read, and a perform a short solo selection of their choice. Suggestions will be provided upon signing up for an audition.
Sign up process: Contact Mrs. Moyer to schedule an audition.
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: Daily rehearsals. Four concerts each year and opportunities for extra performances, honor choirs, and field trips.
Costs/Fees: Possible purchase of performance attire at around $70. Extra honor choir opportunities and field trips may have fees.
Important Information: Signing up for chorus is a year long commitment. Signing up for Chorus Ens 3 Honors means also signing up for Vocal Performance 3 Honors (459927HW). If you are interested in also taking band, orchestra, or theater, we are working to accommodate those students in an A day/B day format! Let us know, so that we can begin creating a schedule that works for you!
📞 864-355-0180
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Musical Theatre
Course Name: Musical Theatre (Threatre 8H)
Course Code: 4599B3HW
Director: Amy Moyer
The purpose of the class is to present a full Broadway-style musical. All students will be expected to fully participate, including after school rehearsals and performances.
Prerequisites: None; if enrollment is too high, auditions may be required
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: Not at this time. Students will be contacted if enrollment becomes to high and the need for auditions occurs.
Sign up process: Request course
Sign up dates: Must register for class during registration period
Time Commitment: Daily class rehearsals. After-school rehearsals and performances leading up to show opening.
Costs/Fees: Possible costuming fees up to $50
Important Information: Choral students may sign up for Musical Theatre as an alternative to Vocal Performance. All students should understand and commit to the acting, singing, and dancing that may be required. This class is only offered every other year. The last two musicals put on by Wade Hampton High School were "Legally Blonde" and "The Wizard of Oz".
📞 864-355-0180
Woodmont High School
Voices of Woodmont - Chorus
Course Names/Codes:
Chorus 1 - 354101CW
Chorus 2 - 354201CW
Chorus 3H - 354303HW
Chorus 4H - 354403HW
Chorus 5H - 3545A1HW
Director: Sarah Owens
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: Teacher recommendation and selection
Sign up process: Guidance
Sign up dates: Student registration at school
Time Commitment: Two concerts per semester for chorus classes
Costs/Fees: $45 one-time uniform fee for 3H, 4H and 5H Chorus students
📞 864-355-8672
Voices of Woodmont - Varsity Choir
Course Name: Varsity Choir
Course Code:
Director: Sarah Owens
Prerequisites:
Enrollment required for participation: Yes
Audition required for participation: Teacher recommendation and selection
Sign up process: Guidance
Sign up dates: Student registration at school
Time Commitment: Two concerts per semester for choir classes. Varsity meets every Monday 4:00 - 6:00 PM and travels for some performances
Costs/Fees: $45 one-time uniform fee
📞 864-355-8672