The Kearsarge Regional High School Chorus is a performing group open to all students who desire to sing in the chorus, meet the minimum performance requirements, and are willing to commit themselves to disciplined practice. Singing in the chorus will give the students the opportunity to express themselves musically while improving their skills in reading and interpreting music, and developing proper techniques of voice placement, diction, and choral tone. The chorus will sing music both sacred and secular, from the 14th century to the present, in a wide variety of styles. Sectionals will be offered on a weekly basis for all chorus members. The chorus will perform publicly several times during the year for the school and for the public. Participation in scheduled performances is mandatory.
**HONORS DESIGNATION
The KRHS Music Department is proud to offer an Honors designation. See Mr. Lavoie for more details on how to get an Honors Designation.
Be Respectful: Performing is a very personal and often, very vulnerable task. Teasing,
heckling or insulting another’s voice or effort will NOT be tolerated. Bullying issues will
be brought to the administration immediately.
2. Be On Time : Make every effort to be in the rehearsal space when the bell rings.
Attendance is taken promptly at the start of class. If you are not there, you will be
marked absent (or tardy, if pertinent). Excessive absent or tardy markings will be dealt
with in accordance with school policy.
3. Be Prepared: Have your music folder and sharpened pencil with you and be ready for
every rehearsal.
4. Be Attentive: Do not be a distraction to the class or director. Excessive talking and
unproductive actions will be reflected in your grade in accordance with our Competencies
and Standards.
5. Be Mature: Listen to the Director as well as questions asked by other students. This is
an important and simple way of learning.
6. Be Responsible: The student remains personally responsible for the condition of the
folders and music. Please report any damage to or problems with your music,
immediately.
7. Be Courteous: Cell phone use (all calls & texting) is not allowed during rehearsals.
Habitual use will be dealt with in accordance with school policy. Cell phone trees will be
utilized for auditorium rehearsals - mandatory, unless otherwise allowed by the instructor.
8. Be a Team: Think of your performing group as a “team.”
9. Be Excited: If you actively engage in daily rehearsals with a productive attitude, the
outcome will be a positive experience.
10. Be Hydrated: Drinking WATER is strongly encouraged during rehearsals.
Option 1:
● Black long-sleeve dress shirt, free of decorative
designs, logos or other colors
● White neck tie
● Black dress pants (no jeans or rips)
● Long black socks
● Black dress shoes
● Black suit jacket (optional)
Option 2:
● Age appropriate, black dress shirt, free
of decorative designs, logos or other
colors
● Black dress pants or skirt (MUST be
finger-tip length or longer)
● Age appropriate, black dress shoes with
solid black or nude hosiery. NO
MANDATORY DATES
Saturday, 9/30 - Homecoming Nat'l Anthem Performance - 12:00 PM, KRHS Football Field
Thursday, 12/7 - Winter Concert - 6:30 PM, KRHS Auditorium
Thursday, 3/7 - KRSD Chorus Day - 6:30 PM, KRMS Gymnasium
Tuesday, 5/21 - Spring Concert - 6:30 PM, KRHS Auditorium
Friday, 5/24 - Memorial Day Ceremony - Assembly in school
Saturday, 6/8 - Graduation Performance - 3:30 PM, KRHS Football Field
ALL OTHER DATES, SHOWS & FESTIVALS
Saturday, 10/21 - Jazz All State Auditions - Londonderry High School
Wednesday, 10/25 - All New England Choral Festival - Plymouth State University
November 9, 10, 11 - KRHS Musical "42nd Street" - KRHS Auditorium
Saturday, 11/18 - All State Auditions - Manchester Memorial High School
Saturday, 1/21 - UNH Choral Gala - University of New Hampshire, Paul Creative Arts Center
Monday, 1/29 - Ball in the House A Cappella Performance - KRHS Auditorium
February 8, 9, 10 - Jazz All State Music Festival - Pinkerton Academy
Thursday, 3/21 - KRSD Band Day - 6:30 PM, KRHS Gymnasium
March 29 & 30 - KRHS Club Nights! - KRHS Auditorium
April 4, 5, 6 - All State Music Festival - Concord High School/Capital Center of the Arts
April 19-23 - Universal Studios Orlando Trip
Monday, 5/28 - Memorial Day Performance - 1:30pm, First Baptist Church