Please read this thoroughly and return the signature page at the back by Friday, September 6, 2019.

PURPOSE:

To provide an atmosphere for each student to successfully participate in a fulfilling musical experience on both a personal and ensemble level, while learning and performing representative choral literature.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

At the conclusion of the course, the student will be able to:

1. Sing using correct vocal technique

2. Read, write, interpret and execute basic musical notation

3. Perform ensemble literature within the classical idiom

CLASS REQUIREMENTS:

The following is expected of every student:

1. Regular attendance and positive, active participation in rehearsals, as well as ALL dress rehearsals and performances.

2. Individual practicing and mastery of assigned music.

3. Work to develop skills in musical interpretation.

4. Diligence in keeping good vocal habits.

5. Respect for other singers, as well as student leaders.

6. Completion of all assignments.

MATERIALS:

Each student will be expected to have the following materials daily:

1. A charged iPad, with songs for the class downloaded and ready for rehearsal and rehearsal markings

2. Music and Folder (provided)

3. Pencil(s)

In addition, students will be expected to purchase/rent a performance outfit (fundraising and scholarship opportunities will be available)

GRADING POLICY:

Grades will be calculated using the following criteria:

1. Participation/Attendance 35%

Points will be awarded to students for daily attendance (5 pts per day). Tardiness and/or absences from rehearsal and performances will affect scores. Students who do not bring materials to class will lose points for the day.

2. Performances 35%

Students are expected to participate in all dress rehearsals and performances. Most performances are listed later here in this document; please add these dates to your calendars now to avoid future conflicts. Performances are generally in the evenings and may include weekend times/dates; please plan accordingly. Additional performance dates/times or changes in the schedule will be announced a minimum of 14 days in advance. NOTE: Students who are absent from dress rehearsals and performances will not receive any points; points may be made up in emergency situations or for absences which were pre-arranged by the student and Mrs. Jacot (these must be confirmed in writing from the parent a minimum of two weeks in advance). Additionally, students who miss final dress rehearsals may be held from the performances at the discretion of Mrs. Jacot.

3. Sight-reading/Music Theory 20%

Students will complete assignments regularly for mastery of ensemble repertoire and sight-reading skills. Most assignments will be available on-line and/or completed in class.

4. Writing Assignments and Quizzes 10%

Students will complete writing assignments, which will involve writing about listening examples and writing about their progress as a musician.

DISCIPLINE POLICY:

1. No food, chewing gum or drinks (other than water) are allowed during class.

2. Students who persist in disturbing others will be disciplined appropriately per the class rules and the Summit student handbook.

3. Bullying, name-calling, hitting, throwing objects, destroying classroom property or provoking others is unacceptable behavior and will be disciplined per the Summit student handbook.

4. Students are expected to remain quiet during class time, unless they are singing. When not actively involved in singing (i.e. if another section is rehearsing), students are expected to study their music quietly.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

1. This course is a year-long commitment and will consist of a combination of the following activities: full group rehearsals, sectionals, lectures, demonstrations, guest clinicians, guest artist performances, singing tests, written assignments and quizzes, and public as well as school performances.

2. Each student will be assigned a music folder. Some sight-reading exercises will be accessed through their iPad.

3. Choir classes will use Google Classroom to distribute information regarding certain assignments and class resources. Each student is responsible for signing up for this class and regularly checking for assignments and announcements.

4. Students may share information and provide tutoring to other students, but all work submitted for assessment must be their own authentic work.

For Summit Chorale and Skyliner Jazz:

5. The spring tour 2019 is an event for students in Chorale and Skyliner Jazz. Information will be provided in class about this trip.

6. All singers are expected to adhere to the OSAA policy in regards to being enrolled in and passing 5 classes for both first and second semester in order to participate in the district and state choir competitions, as well as solo/ensemble competitions.

PERFORMANCE APPAREL:

A choir is as good as how it looks as well as how it sounds! At Summit, we make a great effort to make sure our singers present themselves as professionally as possible and are uniform in appearance. Uniform items will be ordered by Mrs. Jacot unless otherwise noted. Please read the following rules for your ensemble(s), and note the general information listed below.

Concert Choir:

Uniforms will be voted on by students, from a list of options provided by Mrs. Jacot the first week of school.

Summit Chorale: Singers will wear the SHS choir robe with collar. Under the robes, please note:

Women: Black closed-toe shoes, with a dress or skirt that does not hang below the hem of the robe. The dress or blouse should not show above the collar of the robe. Nylon stockings or tan colored stockings (or no stockings) should be worn.

Men: Black slacks, black socks and a dress shirt (either black or white) with a necktie (either black or white – no patterns). No bow-ties, please.

Skyliner Jazz:

Each student will purchase a black jacket with the Skyliner logo and their name embroidered on the front. Also, each student will purchase a Skyliner T-shirt, with the back design to be discussed and voted on in class.

The formal uniform for Skyliner Jazz is as follows:

Women: A black, at the knee, dress to be ordered, approx. $180.00. In addition, women will purchase black elbow-length gloves (Jacot will order) as well as a black patent leather classic pump with 2-3 inch heels.

Men: Black slacks, black long-sleeved dress shirt and black socks. If you need help obtaining these, please let Mrs. Jacot know. Jacot will order a black fedora, black/white spectator shoes, white suspenders, white necktie and white bow tie.

General Performance Information for all choirs:

Jewelry: Nothing except stud earrings. No hoops or nose/lip rings.

Hair: Should be worn away from the face. No bangs hanging over the eyes. Please make sure that hair ornaments are brown or black and only wear them if totally necessary.

Hygiene: The most important part of your performance attire is definitely your deodorant. A choir only works when all members can breathe without fear!

GUIDELINES ON THE USE OF RELIGIOUS MUSIC

A total music experience for the students enrolled in choir at Summit High School may include both religious and secular (non-religious) music. From a global perspective, music offers a wealth of literature that reflects and supports a diversity of cultures, traditions, and peoples, as well as compositional styles of all eras. To achieve any educational objective, the quality and diversity of the repertoire (songs performed) is of utmost importance.

The choral program at Summit High School will not promote or degrade any religious belief. Instead, the choir will encourage all students and staff members to appreciate and respect each other’s religious views. The choir shall utilize any opportunity to foster understanding and mutual respect among students and parents, whether it involves race, culture, ethnicity, economic background, or religious belief. In that spirit of respect, a student may be excused from participating in practices that are contrary to their religious beliefs.

The selection of quality music will invariably include music with a religious text. To exclude religious music from the public school curriculum would be like studying world history minus the country of France, architecture minus the cathedral, or painting without religious themes. It is incomplete from an academic point of view.

I see my responsibility as the following:

• Select repertoire based on musical and educational value. Repertoire may include the performance of religious music, and the teaching of such repertoire will neither promote nor inhibit religious views.
• Explain historical, cultural and musical context of selections being performed, as appropriate.
• Foster a climate in which each student can learn and appreciate a variety of culture and heritage.
• Observe all policies, mission statements and student goals of the Bend/LaPine School District.
• Show a diversity of repertoire throughout the school year that includes a variety of styles and historical periods of music.

FRIENDS OF MUSIC

Thirteen years ago, Summit High School music staff and parents formed the non-profit group “Friends of Music.” This group’s purpose is to assist the music department staff to provide the best possible education for each music student.

We will have a Friends of Music kick-off event featuring the

Band, Orchestra and Choir on Thursday, October 3 at 6:00 pm,

as well as the

Friends of Music General Meeting.

All this will take place in the commons and auditorium. This will be your chance to sign up as a member of the Friends of Music and find out how you can be involved.

Summit High School

Choir Department Dates 2019/2020

Skyliner Jazz Retreat ............................................................................ Friday-Sunday, September 20-22, 2019

Suttle Lake United Methodist Camp (Skyliner Jazz only)

Friends of Music Kick Off .......................................................................................... Thursday, October 3, 2019

Friends of Music General Meeting in SHS Commons, 6:00 pm

Band, Choir and Orchestra performs in auditorium immediately following.

All-State and All-Northwest Honor Choir Auditions Due ......................................... Tuesday, October 1, 2019

Skyliner Jazz Night .................................................................................................. Thursday, October 24, 2019

Veteran’s Day Assembly ............................................................................................. Friday, November 8, 2019

Summit Chorale

Central Oregon Sings............................................................................................. Tuesday, November 12, 2019

Summit Chorale, Bend High School Auditorium, 7:00 pm

Skyliner Jazz Caroling ......................................................................................................... Nov 29-Dec 23, 2019

Winter Concert ..................................................................................................... Thursday, December 12, 2019

Summit High School Auditorium, 7:00 pm (ALL CHOIRS)

Winter Assembly ....................................................................................................... Friday, December 20, 2019

Summit Chorale and Skyliner Jazz only

All-State Music Conference and All State Honor Choir...................................................... January 16-19, 2020

Selected choir students

Central Oregon Honor Choir.............................................................. TBA Thursday and Friday, January, 2020

Ridgeview High School, Redmond

Solo/Ensemble Festival ......................................................................................... Saturday, February 29, 2020

Ridgeview High School, Redmond

Summit Valograms ..................................................................................................... Friday, February 14, 2020

Skyliner Jazz

All Northwest American Choral Directors Conference ........................................................ March 11-14, 2020

ACDA NW Honor Choir

Spokane, WA, selected students perform with the All-State and All-NW Choirs

Pre-Festival Choir Concert ........................................................................................ Thursday, March 12, 2020

Summit High School Auditorium, 6:30 pm (Chorale and Concert Choir)

With special guests Cascade Middle School Concert Choir and Pacific Crest Middle School Concert Choir

District 5 Large Group High School Choral Festival ...................................................... Tuesday, April 7, 2020

Bend Senior High School, all day

Choir Department Dates, continued

Chorale/Skyliner Heritage Festival ......................................................... Thursday-Sunday, April 16-19, 2020

Seattle, WA

Summit Performing Arts Recital ................................................................................... Tuesday, April 28, 2020

Featuring soloists and ensembles who will be competing at State, 6:00 pm, Summit Auditorium

State Ensemble Competition ................................................................................................ Friday, May 1, 2020

Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon

State Solo Competition ..................................................................................................... Saturday, May 2, 2020

Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon

State Choir Competition ................................................................................................... Saturday, May 9, 2020

Oregon State University, all day (Summit Chorale only)

Spring Concert and Awards .......................................................................................... Thursday, May 21, 2020

Summit High School Auditorium, 7:00 pm (ALL CHOIRS)

Graduation 7:00 pm, ........................................................................................................ Thursday, June 4, 2020

Deschutes County Fairgrounds (Summit Chorale only)

Other dates may be added as the year progresses

Please check the Choir website for any changes:

https://sites.google.com/view/summit-choir/calendar

Summit High School Choir Handbook

Signature Page

Please sign and return this form to Mrs. Jacot by Friday, September 6, 2019.

Student Name _______________________________________________ Choir: CC CH SKY

For the Student:

I have read and understand the Summit High School Choir Handbook and will adhere to the policies stated therein. I have made note of the concert schedule and will do whatever it takes to be in attendance at each rehearsal, each concert and festival. I understand that Choir is a full year class.

Signature _________________________________________________________ Date __________________________

Email ___________________________________________________________Cell Phone ________________________

For the Parent (s):

I have read and understand the Summit High School Choir Handbook and will do whatever it takes to support my child in this class.

I have made note of the concert and festival schedule and will do whatever it takes to ensure my child’s attendance at each rehearsal and concert.

Parent(s) Names: _________________________________________________________________________________

Signature _____________________________________________________________ Date ______________________

Address ___________________________________________________

Cell phone ________________________________________________

Email _____________________________________________________________________________________