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Chorus

Treble Choir - A group made up of only women singers in grades 9-12, Treble Choirexplores and performs choral literature composed and arranged for mixedfemale voices.  Advanced techniques practiced by this ensemble include singing in close harmonic structure with an emphasis on balance and equality of all voices and will be expected to express knowledge in areas of theory and history.  Singers will be asked to explore different ways to use their voice in various musical contexts.  Members of Treble Choir will be asked to sing in a variety of different styles, languages, and in a variety of choral settings.  Treble Choir is a graded course which meets during the school day.

Mixed Choir - Mixed Choir is a mixed SATB ensemble that will be asked to sing everything from 2- to 8-part literature composed for choir.  Works performed include choral standards by composers from different genres and eras.  Singers will be asked to develop skill and mastery of vocal techniques including proper breathing, support, etc.  Students will also be asked to express and develop their knowledge of music theory and history through study and practice during class.  Members of Mixed Choir will be asked to sing in a variety of different styles, languages, and in a variety of choral settings.  Mixed Choir is a graded course which meets during the school day.

Madrigal Singers - This elite ensemble of singers combines music with drama while performing selections primarily from the Renaissance period at various school and community events.  Performances include the production of the annual Madrigal Dinner, held in mid- December, where students from the music and theater programs collaborate to put on a theatrical experience for all who attend.  Madrigals will also perform at numerous SHS events and at the IHSA Solo/Ensemble Contest (see Calendar).  Vocal techniques include learning to sing in a variety of different languages and dialects, and in period-accurate style.  Rehearsals for Madrigals will be held 3-5pm every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from August 31st to December 10th, with the exception of the dates listed on the Calendar.

Jazz Choir - Jazz Choir is an auditioned group of 20 singers which performs primarily SATB vocal jazz and popular music.  Vocal techniques will be concentrated on using the voice in a contemporary, jazz-appropriate style with emphasis on proper use of the vocal mechanism.  Jazz Choir will also perform at numerous SHS and community events.  Auditions for this ensemble will be held at the end of the 2nd quarter in January.  Rehearsals for Jazz Choir will be held 3-5pm every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday beginning at the beginning of the 3rd quarter.

 

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Director Ms. Liz Shollenberger