Concert Choir / Honors Choir

Concert Choir: 

The members of this group make up the Concert Choir. It meets daily and performs two major concerts during the year. All members enrolled in the vocal music program will have the opportunity to perform varied styles of music. Emphasis will be placed on balance, blend, intonation, counting, scales, proper tone production, breath support, proper diction, and sight-reading. All members of the Concert Choir will also participate in the Mass Choir. This group will perform for all of the All School Masses. Marian also offers Jazz Choir. The Jazz Choir performs pop music with the addition of choreography. Members of this group are chosen by audition. The Madrigal Singers perform music of an Old English flavor with the addition of period costumes. Both of these groups practice before or after school. Membership is also by audition. Participation in the Illinois High School Association (I.H.S.A.) Spring Solo and Ensemble Festival is strongly encouraged. Upon completion of his/her term in chorus, each student will possess a more in-depth knowledge of choral literature, skill in music reading and interpretation, and practical sight-reading skills 

Concert Choir Honors:

This is a logical progression from concert choir. Members of this group will perform music of a higher degree of difficulty compared to the regular level choir. Much of this music will be performed a cappella and will cover a variety of styles. The group will also perform at the two major concerts during the year. This group will also join the concert choir for the All School Masses. Members will also be able to audition for jazz choir and madrigals. Participation in the IHSA solo and ensemble contest is strongly encouraged, as is auditioning for IMEA. In addition to the regular advanced chorus requirements, a musical project will be required each quarter. Attendance at approved outside-of-school musical performances will also be required. Specific requirements to be provided by the instructor