MISSION
The goal of the choral music program at Hammarskjold Middle School is to provide students with the opportunity to sing in a choral ensemble that values teamwork, respect, and making beautiful music together. Students will have the opportunity to explore a range of musical styles, genres, and languages as well as experience singing music from a variety of cultures. Please read through this guide together before signing and turning in the last page.
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CHORAL ENSEMBLE PROTOCOL AND REQUIRED MATERIAL
Participation is extremely important in a performing ensemble. Students are expected to participate fully in every rehearsal with a positive attitude. Please refrain from eating, drinking, or chewing gum during the rehearsal. A capped bottle of water is permitted and recommended. Please bring the following with you to every rehearsal:
~ Positive Attitude ~ Willingness to participate ~ Pencil ~ Music
CHORAL ENSEMBLE INFORMATION
Chorus: Curricular
Chorus is a full year course open to all students at HMS without audition. This course is designed teach vocal technique and music literacy through choral repertoire. There is no prerequisite to take Chorus. Students will have the opportunity to study a variety of musical styles, genres, and languages. The course emphasizes fundamentals of vocal technique, ensemble singing, and music literacy through study and performance of quality vocal music. All Chorus classes combine in for dress rehearsals and concerts. Chorus students are required to attend all rehearsals and performances. Qualified advanced students are encouraged to audition for New Jersey Regional Chorus.
Honors Choir: Extra-Curricular
This extra-curricular ensemble is designed for students who are interested in singing great music but are already in band, orchestra, or chorus. There is no audition, but your attendance after school on Tuesdays is required. This group will perform in school concerts and might have some additional performances throughout the year.
The goal of the choral music program at Hammarskjold Middle School is to provide students with the opportunity to sing in a choral ensemble that values teamwork, respect, and making beautiful music together. Students will have the opportunity to explore a range of musical styles, genres, and languages as well as experience singing music from a variety of cultures. Please read through this guide together before signing and turning in the last page.
Click Here for a link to the Music in the Parks: Dorney Park Trip Slides
CHORAL ENSEMBLE PROTOCOL AND REQUIRED MATERIAL
Participation is extremely important in a performing ensemble. Students are expected to participate fully in every rehearsal with a positive attitude. Please refrain from eating, drinking, or chewing gum during the rehearsal. A capped bottle of water is permitted and recommended. Please bring the following with you to every rehearsal:
~ Positive Attitude ~ Willingness to participate ~ Pencil ~ Music
CHORAL ENSEMBLE INFORMATION
Chorus: Curricular
Chorus is a full year course open to all students at HMS without audition. This course is designed teach vocal technique and music literacy through choral repertoire. There is no prerequisite to take Chorus. Students will have the opportunity to study a variety of musical styles, genres, and languages. The course emphasizes fundamentals of vocal technique, ensemble singing, and music literacy through study and performance of quality vocal music. All Chorus classes combine in for dress rehearsals and concerts. Chorus students are required to attend all rehearsals and performances. Qualified advanced students are encouraged to audition for New Jersey Regional Chorus.
Honors Choir: Extra-Curricular
This extra-curricular ensemble is designed for students who are interested in singing great music but are already in band, orchestra, or chorus. There is no audition, but your attendance after school on Tuesdays is required. This group will perform in school concerts and might have some additional performances throughout the year.