Vocal Students

GLVPAA Vocal Academy

SHS Director of Choirs:

Mrs. Carrie Leech,

cleech@scs-k12.net, chilleech@scsbluestreaks.net (419) 984-1095

Choir Accompanist & Asst. Music Teacher/Gospel Choir Advisor

Mrs. Andrea Cottrill,

acottrill@scs-k12.net, acottrill@scsbluestreaks.net

SHS Choral Google Site: http://sites.google.com/scsbluestreaks.net/choir/home

Do I have to audition for the GLVPAA Vocal Academy? What if I am from another district?


What are my requirements as a GLVPAA vocal student?


How do I begin my education as a vocal music student?

Although all students do not receive choir in Middle School, we encourage students who are interested in enrolling in the GLVPAA when they get to high school to let their Guidance Counselors know to sign them up for Choir in the 7th and 8th grade.

9th-10th grade students can sign up for Prep Choir which is a choral ensemble that is designed for three and four part singing. Students will learn to read music utilizing the solfege system and analyze compositions. Students who are seriously interested in auditioning for A Cappella Choir should consider taking this course.


What Career options do I have as a vocalist?

According to Careers in Music .com Singers are the #1 trending careers in the music industry. Check out more information on this and other careers. https://www.careersinmusic.com/singer/ https://www.careersinmusic.com/

How can I become an Intern helping the Jr. Arts Academy's elementary after-school program?

The Jr. Arts Academy is an after school arts program for students in the 3rd - 6th grade. Students are there Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays between 2:40pm-6:00pm. An ideal candidates for the internship should be able to commit 2-6 hours a week in a consistent program schedule and the ability to work with younger learners. Selected interns will also receive certified volunteer hours from Oberlin Center for the Arts and letters of support.

Fine Arts Internships are available to SHS Junior or Senior Arts student for the 2020-21 school year. If you are interested contact Rosalyn Shepherd at rshepherd@scs-k12.net, or Ms. E at ehany@scs-k12.net

General responsibilities are to assist the Site Manager and program staff before, during and after programming, which includes:

  • Arranging program spaces, site preparation, set-up, tear-down and cleanup duties

  • Being in the classrooms to guide students through artistic experiences at the direction of the instructors

  • Support students outside of the class time, and working at the direction of the Site Manager

  • Monitor student behavior and communicate issues in a timely manner

  • Help to coordinate and implement special events including family nights and program showcase


Audition Choirs and GLVPAA Vocal Academy Ensembles

A'Cappella Choir

A Cappella Choir is an audition-based ensemble. Recommended eligibility for auditioning includes a least one year of vocal or instrumental instruction. Students will continue to utilize the solfege system and analyze compositions.

Keynote & Bell Choir

A selected group of students who perform throughout the holiday season and rehearse outside of the school day.

There is an audition process, and you must be involved in A Cappella Choir to join these ensembles.

GLVPAA Vocal Academy

GLVPAA Vocal Academy is a studio class for students who have been recommended for, and accepted into the Great Lakes Visual and Performing Arts Academy Vocal Track. Recommended eligibility for auditioning includes a least one year of vocal instruction (previous choir experience). Students will receive one-on-one instruction, additional career and college planning advice in regards to performing arts, small group and solo singing opportunities, and leadership responsibilities within the Choir and Musical Theater Program. Students will continue to utilize the solfege system and analyze compositions.