Chamber Singers

About this class

This course is for the serious vocal student who is performance oriented and has already demonstrated an ability to sing at a high level of skill. This course will be a continuation of Chorus with advanced musical expectations. Chamber Singers requires an audition.

Students will:

  • Study and sing vocal works from a variety of historical periods and musical styles

  • Develop techniques for good vocal production

  • Learn fundamentals of music

  • Learn to play instruments as a way to self accompany

  • Explore songwriting as a means of expression and learn skills to create original songs

  • Expand understanding of the broad world of choral and solo singing including pop, Broadway, classical, folk, gospel, contemporary a cappella and beyond.

Course/Class expectations...

Your grade in this class will be based on the following:

  • Participation, work ethic, and class contributions: 50%

  • In-class assignments: 30%

  • Quizzes and tests 20%

  • Work will be posted twice weekly (Monday/Tuesday and Thursday/Friday) in Google Classroom.