Curriculum

ARTISTIC CHORAL REPERTOIRE

Our goal is to instill in each child a love of music and a desire to share their artistry with an audience through expressive performance. One of the primary avenues of teaching musical excellence is the study and performance of fine choral literature. We believe that "children should be led to musical masterpieces by means of musical masterpieces" (Zoltan Kodaly). This great body of choral repertoire from all styles and historic periods will provide the foundation for an artistic experience in the life of each child.

AGE-APPROPRIATE PROFESSIONAL VOCAL TRAINING

Singing is a complex psycho-motor activity which is taught through a series of fun and engaging vocal exercises at the beginning of each rehearsal. We understand the physiological principles governing the child's voice and assist them in reaching their vocal potential, appropriate to their age and development.

SEQUENTIAL MUSIC THEORY — SIGHT-SINGING CURRICULUM

Music theory skills are taught during our half hour musicianship classes immediately preceding our regular rehearsal time. The purpose of the musicianship classes is to increase chorister knowledge and practical application of music theory skills, both written and aural. The direct result produces better musicians in general, and specifically better sight readers and choral singers.