The Black Forest Vocal Clinic at Colorado Springs School, an annual event for school choirs in the Black Forest league, was Monday, Oct.26. Our ladies' ensemble participated despite a 2 hour weather delay. The photo above was taken during one of the afternoon rehearsals.

                   

OUR NEXT PERFORMANCE IS DECEMBER 3, 2009 AT 7:00 PM. Students should be in the music room at 6:20 pm.

PPCS High School Ladies Ensemble meets daily 2:26 - 3:15

Choir students will:

·       learn about the human voice as an instrument and how to use it properly

·       sing alone or with others

·       develop an appreciation and knowledge of different music genres

·       build sight-reading skills

·       learn basic theory

·       sharpen performance skills

                              

Student grades :

Daily participation - 40%

                         Performances  -   40%

                Quizzes, assignments, memorization deadlines  –  20%

Rehearsal expectations :  

·       be seated when the bell rings with materials (folder, music, pencil, water)

·       raise hand and wait to be recognized before speaking out (unless we are brainstorming)

·       listen and participate

·       keep a positive attitude

·       be respectful to teacher and peers by refraining from private conversations when anyone is talking or singing

·       check in with Mrs. Carlile for information missed when absent from class

·       SING

Performance expectations :

• Music must be memorized

• Arrive punctually in proper attire

• Participation is mandatory

Our performance schedule for the year is posted with adequate notice for everyone to mark calendars. If there is a conflict with a concert date, please see me immediately.

Please avoid missing rehearsals the week of a performance!  Personal illness or family emergencies are considered excused absences. Jobs and making up tests from another class will not be excused during a performance week.

Lots more to come!!!!!!