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7th Grade Choir

 

7th Grade Choir

7th Grade Choir meets during 2nd period on days 1 and 4, and also meets during Area on days 2 and 5. 

Students are able to participate in either section (or both!).

The ensemble performs a wide range of repertoire from numerous time periods and in a variety of styles and languages.

We are always interested in welcoming new members to the ensemble! Whether you are an experienced singer or a beginner, if you are interested in joining 7th Grade Choir, please visit me in room 210 or send me an email (ncg24@scasd.org). You can join at any point in the year, so long as your schedule allows it. We would love to have you as a member of the choir! 

CONCERT DATES

Please be sure that the following dates are in your family's calendar. 

  • Thurs, Dec 14 - MNMS Winter Choral Concert @ HS  – 7:00pm

  • Thurs, May 9 - MNMS 7th Grade Band & Choir Concert @ MNMS - 7:00 pm

7th Grade Choir Syllabus 

Welcome to 7th Grade Choir! I am looking forward to another great school year and am excited to begin making music together. We will focus on a variety of topics in rehearsals this year, including:

  • Proper vocal technique.
  • Individual and group mastery of choir parts.
  • General musicianship skills (including sight singing)
  • Performance etiquette

Materials Required:

  • 3-ring binder or folder for your choir music
  • A PENCIL (no pens, crayons, markers, or colored pencils)
  • Music scores (provided)
  • Water bottle (optional)

Music Repertoire Policy/Expectations

You will receive all of your choir repertoire from the school library or from public domain libraries. If you bring your music home, it is your responsibility to bring your music to each rehearsal; our music is our textbook! If you lose your music, you will be charged the appropriate fee so that a new copy may be purchased for the school. 

Grading Policy:

You will be graded each quarter in two areas: Class participation, and concert performances. Grades from each of these areas will be based on a point system. Weekly participation is 20 points a week while participation at the concert is 100 points. Your final grade will be calculated by adding together the total number of points received, then divided by the total number of points possible. If you are unsure of your grade or need clarification about an assignment, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Class Participation:

Since singing is the primary focus of all rehearsals, participation is an integral part of our class. You are required to attend ALL REHEARSALS. Please notify me at least 24 hours in advance if you are going to miss rehearsal for a sporting event, doctors apt, or other excused absence. Choir is a class for which you receive a grade, making it different than other Area electives. If you need to make up work for another class, it is your responsibility to arrange a makeup time with your teacher that does not conflict with rehearsals.

 Concert Performances:

The primary focus of our rehearsals is to learn about and experience great music together as an ensemble and perform with a high level of artistry and understanding. To that end, all concerts are mandatory and absences will not be excused. You also MUST be present at the dress rehearsal (to be scheduled at a later date) to participate in the concert.

Mount Nittany Middle School also celebrates Music In Our Schools Month in March. There will be several morning concerts that may include choir participation. Information about these performances will come at a later date. 

Class Expectations:

  1. RESPECT everyone, everything, and the music we sing!
  2. PARTICIPATE in all facets of class and singing and in ALL CONCERTS.
  3. BRING all music and pencils to every class; these are your textbooks and you cannot be a productive choral singer without them!
  4. ARRIVE to all rehearsals on time!
  5. Bathroom and Water Fountains: Please take care of your needs prior to class. You will be permitted to leave in the case of an emergency. Water bottles are permitted and encouraged in all rehearsals!