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Choir is a year-long course. The curriculum is designed to further develop the singing voice, ear training, and music literacy skills. Phonetics of many different languages and a variety of musical styles are presented. Class work includes singing exercises designed to build and strengthen the voice, improve diction, encourage healthy breathing techniques, and improve tone & resonance. Elements of music theory & history are also included in daily instruction. Sight-singing technique is practiced on a daily basis. Additional work may include singing in small ensembles, written tests, singing tests and required evening performances.
Advanced Treble Choir – 8511FAMV (3rd Block, A Days)
This is a 10th-12th grade treble choir focusing on music reading skills, mastering healthy vocal technique, and improving musicianship & performance skills. Students are required to perform at four local evening events, have the option to participate in District/State Music Contest, participate on bi-annual enrichment activity performing at non-competitive music festivals, and be present at requested performances for local organizations during the school year. Auditions for ATC occur during the spring semester of the preceding school year.
Concert Choir – 8540FAMV (3rd Block, B Days)
Concert Choir is a large auditioned 9th-12th grade choir focusing on advancing musicianship, mastering healthy vocal technique, and honing musicianship & performance skills. Students are required to perform at four local evening events, have the option to participate in District/State Music Contest, participate on bi-annual enrichment activity performing at non-competitive music festivals, and be present at requested performances for local organizations during the school year. Auditions for Concert Choir occur during the spring semester of the preceding school year
Bruin Chorale –8510FAMV (2nd Block, A Days)
This is a non-auditioned SSA choir focusing on basic music reading skills, developing healthy vocal technique, navigating voice change, and developing musicianship & performance skills. Students are required to perform at four local evening events, have the option to participate in District/State Music Contest, and participate on bi-annual enrichment activity performing at non-competitive music festivals.
City Lights Show Choir -8532FAMV (0 Hour, B Days)
Show Choir is an auditioned select choir of 9th-12th grade students. City Lights performs at four local performances: Premier Concert, Charity Benefit, Appetizer/Dessert Benefit, Show Choir Festival, 3-4 competitions throughout the state/country, community performances for interested organizations, and hosts the annual Rock Bridge Show Choir Festival. Auditions for City Lights occur at the end of the preceding school year. Students must be MSHSAA eligible to audition for City Lights.
Interested in continuing in choir past college?
See information of MID WEST College Choral program info below: