Chorus

The ensemble is open to all students in grades four and five.  There are no auditions and students will not be required to sing alone.  Solo auditions may be available for those who want to try out, but they will be entirely voluntary.

Chorus rehearsals will take place in the music room every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 2:00 pm to 3:25 pm. Students will report to rehearsals with everything they need for dismissal, including any clothing items and school work. 

Chorus members are expected to attend District concerts.  Performance dates are scheduled as follows.

• Tuesday December 16, 2025, District Concert #1, NACS MS/HS Auditorium, Ellenburg, NY

• Date TBD, MIOSM Field Trip, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY

• Tuesday May 19, 2026, District Concert #2, NACS MS/HS Auditorium, Ellenburg, NY

• Tuesday June 2, 2026, AYV Field Trip, MVP Arena, Albany, NY

The Chorus may additionally participate in the following performance events. 

• PEAK Classroom Music Festival. This is a fun day of music workshops for select chorus students.

• NYSSMA Spring Evaluation Festival. This is a unique vocal opportunity that is offered only to chorus members.

• NYSSMA Major Organization Festival. This is an adjudicated performance for a rating.