Burnaby Central Choral Department
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Choral Department Course Outline
The following information applies to all choir classes. Please note, you MUST be part of the Concert Choir in order to belong to the Chamber Choir, Men’s Choir or Women’s Choir.EVALUATION
Evaluation in each category below will be done through observation, frequent testing of skills and concepts, written tests, vocal performance examinations, written self- evaluation and goal setting. Proudly, the choral department uses the new curriculum core competencies in each class.
i. Repertoire and Skill development 60%
Throughout each term you will be tested on excerpts from the music learned in class time. You will know in advance what music will be tested and the specific requirements of each test. You will receive daily feedback on your preparation for these tests and preparing for the tests will be included in the assessment.
ii Written Assignments 20%
Music, as a written language, will be studied and tested. There will be tests on the texts we will be singing. Any ear training marks will also fall into this category. Please note theory dates on the calendar. Students who are proficient at theory will be exempt from these classes, but not the tests.
iii Attitude, Effort, Professional Qualities 10%
Attendance at concerts, uniforms, preparation and behavior will attain a full mark in this category. All department concert performances in December and May are treated as performance-based course examinations and are considered the most important singing exams of each semester. As with any other high school subject examination, attendance is mandatory. An unexcused absence from one of these performances is the same as missing a final exam; students with jobs are expected to change their schedules. Serious conflicts may be considered if there is written notice at least one month in advance
CHOIR CLASSESConcert Choir 7:20 on day 1. Please mark the day 1 day 2 rotations on your home calendar.
Chamber Choir A rehearses Tuesday at lunch and Thursday from 3:10 to 4:40.
Chamber B rehearses Tuesday from 5:00 to 6:30 and Fridays at lunch. If Friday is a pro-d or holiday, we meet Wednesday lunch that week.
Men’s choir rehearses Thursday at lunch and the occasional 7:20 am. If Thursday is a holiday, then the rehearsal falls on Wednesday of that week
Women’s choir rehearses Monday at lunch and the occasional 7:20 am. If Monday is a holiday, we will meet Wednesday of that week.
CONCERT DRESSYou must be dressed in all black. Men must wear black dress pants, black socks, black dress shoes and a black collared dress shirt. Women may wear black skirts (mid thigh or preferably longer), dresses or pants. They must wear black tights or black hose on their legs, shoulders must be covered. No cleavage, spaghetti straps, navels or other displays of tackiness!!!! You are representing our school….be as professional as possible. Chamber Choir women purchase gowns.
Enrichment Programs – Outside Our Department
1. Chor Leoni’s Promys program: auditioned males.
2. Chor Leoni’s MYVoice: No audition. Males only. Rehearsals: Tuesday nights
at Central Jan 15th -Apr 9th
3. Elektra’s Mira program: Auditioned, women only. www.elektra.ca Dec 10th deadline
4. Provincial Honour Choir: Auditions in the spring for the following October.
Evaluation in each category below will be done through observation, frequent testing of skills and concepts, written tests, vocal performance examinations, written self- evaluation and goal setting. Proudly, the choral department uses the new curriculum core competencies in each class.
i. Repertoire and Skill development 60%
Throughout each term you will be tested on excerpts from the music learned in class time. You will know in advance what music will be tested and the specific requirements of each test. You will receive daily feedback on your preparation for these tests and preparing for the tests will be included in the assessment.
ii Written Assignments 20%
Music, as a written language, will be studied and tested. There will be tests on the texts we will be singing. Any ear training marks will also fall into this category. Please note theory dates on the calendar. Students who are proficient at theory will be exempt from these classes, but not the tests.
iii Attitude, Effort, Professional Qualities 10%
- Attendance. We are a team, each singer is essential. This course, and any performance group, depends on all members to participate at all times in order to work on balance, textures, and nuance. Neither a textbook nor a tutor offer a suitable replacement for missed classes. You need to be in the room for the experiential learning to occur. If you must be away, notes from your guardian must be presented for all missed classes; email messages are the best: [email protected]
- Preparedness. You need to practice your music. You must arrive to class with you pencil and your music. In Concert Choir you will be sharing music with 1 other student. You are responsible to keep your music SAFE and to have it at every rehearsal. Chamber Choir students must have their own folders.
- Class behaviour and self-discipline. We are here to make music in a positive supportive manner. Any behaviour hindering our progress will not be tolerated
Attendance at concerts, uniforms, preparation and behavior will attain a full mark in this category. All department concert performances in December and May are treated as performance-based course examinations and are considered the most important singing exams of each semester. As with any other high school subject examination, attendance is mandatory. An unexcused absence from one of these performances is the same as missing a final exam; students with jobs are expected to change their schedules. Serious conflicts may be considered if there is written notice at least one month in advance
CHOIR CLASSESConcert Choir 7:20 on day 1. Please mark the day 1 day 2 rotations on your home calendar.
Chamber Choir A rehearses Tuesday at lunch and Thursday from 3:10 to 4:40.
Chamber B rehearses Tuesday from 5:00 to 6:30 and Fridays at lunch. If Friday is a pro-d or holiday, we meet Wednesday lunch that week.
Men’s choir rehearses Thursday at lunch and the occasional 7:20 am. If Thursday is a holiday, then the rehearsal falls on Wednesday of that week
Women’s choir rehearses Monday at lunch and the occasional 7:20 am. If Monday is a holiday, we will meet Wednesday of that week.
CONCERT DRESSYou must be dressed in all black. Men must wear black dress pants, black socks, black dress shoes and a black collared dress shirt. Women may wear black skirts (mid thigh or preferably longer), dresses or pants. They must wear black tights or black hose on their legs, shoulders must be covered. No cleavage, spaghetti straps, navels or other displays of tackiness!!!! You are representing our school….be as professional as possible. Chamber Choir women purchase gowns.
Enrichment Programs – Outside Our Department
1. Chor Leoni’s Promys program: auditioned males.
2. Chor Leoni’s MYVoice: No audition. Males only. Rehearsals: Tuesday nights
at Central Jan 15th -Apr 9th
3. Elektra’s Mira program: Auditioned, women only. www.elektra.ca Dec 10th deadline
4. Provincial Honour Choir: Auditions in the spring for the following October.