Junior High choir:
Choir is open 7th and/or 8th grade students who are interested in learning how to sing well both alone and in larger ensembles. Students learn basic music theory, articulation, singing posture and breathing methods. Students get a great deal of practice in hearing and singing 2,3 & 4 part singing. The class uses some worksheets, paper work, and computer drills, but mostly 'hands on' performance concepts to learn how to sing well.
This choir presents two concerts each year,Christmas and Spring. Qualified students get to perform extra for special events such as Junior High All District Choir. 8th Grade students who are interested and talented may audition during the spring for a place in High School Choir. They must pass a written test over music theory and singing concepts and also a singing audition by 90% to be accepted into the High School Choirs limited membership of 40 students.
This choir presents two concerts each year,Christmas and Spring. Qualified students get to perform extra for special events such as Junior High All District Choir. 8th Grade students who are interested and talented may audition during the spring for a place in High School Choir. They must pass a written test over music theory and singing concepts and also a singing audition by 90% to be accepted into the High School Choirs limited membership of 40 students.
- Level: 7 and 8
- Career Pathway: All
High School Choir:
This performance group limited to 40 auditioned students', grades 9-12, who had previous experience both alone and in group singing. Each student is expected to keep a C grade average and must pass a written test over basic music theory and singing concept of 90% or better and also pass a singing audition. This class is a performing group and participates in several concerts each school year. They also compete in the All District Music Contest as a choir and individuals are encouraged to compete as soloists and members of small ensembles.
- Prerequisite: Must audition
- Level: 9,10,11,12
- Career Pathway: All