Rehearsal Schedule
UPCOMING THIS WEEK:
This is the order I am going to suggest for Sunday. This way you can put your book in order. We will sing through from start to finish on Tuesday and then if there is any time we will work on the most pressing things. If you are going to sing from memory, that would be wonderful, but no pressure to do the whole show from memory. Maybe make it a goal to do 4-5 from memory!
Rhythm of Life
Men: What a Wonderful World
Chain of Fools - Barb solo
Sunrise Sunset
Women: 60's Medley - Angela and Chrissy Solo
In the early Morning Rain
Stand by Me
Ensembles
Madrigal Ensemble - Rehearsal from 6:15-6:45 this Tuesday!
Please review your part for each of these songs on the practice
tracks.
Section Leaders
2nd Soprano - Julia
Alto - Jeanette and Kathleen
Tenor - David
Bass - Derek
NEW PEOPLE
I am thrilled with the new members we have joining us this season.
Alto: Lindsay, Karin
Tenor: James, Paul W
Bass: Ray
(I think that's everyone who's new!)!
You are also amazing at creating a welcoming environment, but make sure you have introduced yourself to our newest members.
Even though we have closed our membership list, I would be interested in welcoming another new bass (or two) if you happen to have one in your circles!
Just a few notes about our weekly rehearsals
• We will be starting vocal warm ups at 7pm, so if you are a little late please enter quietly.
• Keep chatter to a minimum while I'm talking (I'm a little vain and like to hear myself talk). I will always do my best to finish by 8:50 to give a little time to socialize before 9pm, and I feel like we have a few natural conversation breaks built into the rehearsal as we transition from song to song.
• Please prepare for rehearsals - I will always attach the list of songs we will work on the following week, so please take the time to go over the REHEARSAL TRACKS so you are familiar with your part.
• Bring a pencil so you can mark your music with all the words of wisdom that I share. For those who are new to reading music, you have our permission to highlight your part so you won't be caught singing when you shouldn't be!
• With a choir of almost 50 singers and a very live acoustic space, everyone can sing a little softly, so please don't strain your voice to be heard. This season I want to work on creating an even more beautiful blend by ensuring each voice blends into the voices around. If you can't hear the person to your left and your right then you are likely singing too loudly.
• Seating - I'm going to try to come up with a more organized seating plan (might try the basses and tenors in the back, as much as I don't like to hide my lower voices), but please be conscientious of new singers and ensure they are supported (and surrounding) by voices that can help!
Results of the Survey
Thank you to everyone who completed the survey (it was about 50% participation). The information that we collect is useful as we plan for the future. Hopefully you will see improvements as we learn and grow together.
One thing many people are asking for, is less talking during rehearsals Working with adults I have a hard time drawing the line on chatter (since this is what my day job it all about!), but i just want to ask everyone to be mindful of the conversations they are having during rehearsals and how they impact everyone's experience there.
Solos and Solo Auditions
Here is the list and sign up. PLEASE sign up!! I would love to have a difficult choice to make (since everyone is so amazing!)
This week we have:
After: Sonia H, Paul W and Brenda Z
If you are before please try to come between 6:30-6:45 so we can get it done before 6:50
Retirement homes (these are all TENTATIVE and all fall on Tuesday evenings in place of rehearsals)
Spring Concerts (Concert Name: Feelin' Good - A Sixties Snapshot)
• Saturday June 1st - 3pm
• Dress rehearsal will be Tuesday May 28th
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