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There are four award winning vocal groups at Castillero Middle School who participate in school concerts, community performances and the spring music festivals. Visit the gallery to see pictures from past events and visit the calendar of events to learn what's coming up. We look forward to seeing you at the shows!
Corey Miller - Vocal Director
Corey Miller is currently in his second year as the choir director at Castillero Middle School. Mr. Miller is trained in classical and theatre voice and received his Bachelor of Arts in Music with an emphasis in Vocal Performance from California State University, Fresno. Mr Miller went on to earn his Masters of Arts in Music with an emphasis in Vocal Performance from San Jose State University where he also received his teaching credential. Mr. Miller is an active performer and can be seen on stage with local choirs and musical theatre companies.
Choir's Awards Received:
- Castillero Choirs consistently receives SUPERIOR RATINGS, 1 Place Awards in different choir categories ( Mixed Choir, Men's Choir, Women's Choir, Jazz Choir, Chamber Choir and Treble Choir) and are winners of the SWEEPSTAKES AWARDS for the highest choir score at the competition. (See Awards for more information.) The choirs have competed in:
- Music in the Parks - Anaheim
- Festival of Music - Anaheim
- Heritage Festival - Anaheim
- Music Showcase Festivals - Great America
- Six Flags Discovery Kingdom- Vallejo
- The choirs have won first place, twice, at the KFOX "School of Rock" contest.
- The choirs have performed at the "Season of Hope" concert series at St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica in San Jose,
- The Men's Choir performed the National Anthem at the mayor's State of the City Address.
- The Jazz Choir sang the opening invocation at the San Jose City Council meeting.
- The Men's Ensemble sang at the dedication of the Fontana Park.
The choir will be recording a professional CD in May at the George Lucas professional recording studio at the Skywalker Ranch in Marin, CA.
Presenting Castillero Vocal Groups...
Beginning Choir –004506/7
Grades 6-8: For student with little or no singing experience.
Jazz Choir - 004514/5
Grades 6-8: Advanced level singers, promoting the highest caliber in vocal skills and rehearsal discipline.
Concert Chorale – 004516/7 ELC MUS 6-8 LK
Grades 6-8 (00 Period): A large ensemble for singers, developing and refining performance skills at a high level of excellence.
Bel Canto – 004512/13 CHORUS 6-8 LK
Grades 6-8: A small group setting for advanced female singers further refining their skills to attain a higher level of vocal expression.
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