Concert Choir

Concert Choir

Concert Choir is available for students in 9-12 grade. The purpose of the group is to rehearse and perform as part of a large group while continuing to develop proper voice and singing techniques, style, musicianship and fundamentals. The Concert Choir performs a fall, winter and spring concert each year as well as competes in large and small group festivals both regionally and at the state level for those who qualify.

CONCERT CHOIR SYLLABUS

THOMPSON HIGH SCHOOL 2023-2024

MR. UHLIR

justin.uhlir@tps-k12.org


Course Description and Objectives

Students participating in Concert Choir will be challenged to develop their musicianship by means of a large group ensemble. Preparing and rehearsing music, proper voice technique, sight singing, breathing and general knowledge of musical terms will be the primary focus of this class. The student will be engaged in the rehearsal process on a daily basis and discover where and how their specific role fits into the choir. 


Concert Choir Time/Days


Materials Needed


Classroom Rules/Expectations

Involvement in a performance based group requires participation of all members of that group. It is expected that all students will participate on a daily basis. An honest effort is expected by all members of the Concert Choir. Mistakes are expected and need to be treated as part of the learning process. A safe environment for all members of the choir is vital to our success as a group and it is expected that there will be no negative comments regarding other members' mistakes, questions and/or concerns that may arise. Please come ready to sing, have fun and learn about music!

Typical classroom etiquette is expected at all times. Students that choose to behave outside of these expectations will be dealt with on a case by case basis. Consequences include verbal warnings, written warnings, removal from the classroom, parent/teacher conference and up to and including removal from the program.

Zero cell phone use during class meeting time is the only acceptable amount of cell phone usage tolerable by Mr. Uhlir. Cell phones will be placed in the cell phone holders during class.

Grading Policy

Attendance and Participation is vital to the success of the group. Students will begin each 9 week period with full credit and lose 2 points per day for any unexcused absences, lack of participation during normal meeting times or general disregard of classroom etiquette discussed previously. 

Concerts and Performances are required by all students. In the event a student must miss a concert performance a makeup assignment will be discussed and assigned. Unexcused absences of scheduled concerts will result in a loss of 30 participation points.

NO GUM is allowed in the music room.

Part Assignments

Students will be placed on appropriate voicings corresponding to the students vocal range. This may change throughout the year based on the student’s needs.


Thompson Music Department Dates 2022-2023

October 17th, 2023 - Gr 6-12 Band and Choir Concert 7:00pm

Dec. 14, 2023 - Gr. 5-12 Christmas-Holiday Concert  7:00pm

March 12, 2024 - Regional Large Group Festival in Mayville

April 11th, 2024 Regional Small Group Festival in Mayville

May 2, 2024, - Gr. 9-12 Spring Awards Concert (Band and Choir)  7:00pm

If for any reason a student is unable to attend a concert Mr. Uhlir needs a written excuse from the absent student’s parents. A make up assignment will be required.

All Concerts will begin at 7:00 PM


CELL PHONE AND DEVICE POLICY

Unauthorized cell phone/earbud/smart watch use in class will result in a loss of the day's participation points for the first offense. A second offense will result in loss of the device for the day. Third offense will result in the student being required to leave their devices in the main office prior to class.