THE EXPEDITION ITINERARY Meet the Expedition Team Dig

THE EXPEDITION ITINERARY Meet the Expedition Team Dig Into Our Chorus Culture Uncover the Clues to Musical Artistry Explore the Secrets of a “Physically Enhanced” Performance Discover the Treasure in YOU!

TREASURE CLUE #1 Three Critical Elements of Harborlites’ Chorus Culture EXPECTATIONS of focus and discipline Shared BELIEFS – in ourselves and in our Director The priority of YOU, THE AUDIENCE

TREASURE CLUE #1 EXPECTATIONS OF FOCUS AND DISCIPLINE A part of everything we do, the big and the “little things” Ultimately, it’s about respect for one another and the pursuit of our goals

TREASURE CLUE #1 Harborlites “Expectations for Success” General Conduct Chorus Fellowship Chorus Service and Assistance Attendance and Punctuality Chorus Participation Learning/Preparation Obligations Riser Etiquette Member Health Performance

TREASURE CLUE #1 SHARED BELIEFS “Expectations for Success” lead to shared beliefs – in ourselves and our Director Requires TRUST Continual emphasis on inspiring one another to believe Mission statement reflects our shared beliefs

TREASURE CLUE #1 Harborlites Mission Statement Harborlites’ mission is to be an exciting, award -winning chorus performing 4 -part harmony, barbershop style. We are committed to the highest standards of musical excellence, education, personal growth and the magic we create in every captivating performance.

TREASURE CLUE #1 THE ULTIMATE PRIORITY YOU, the Audience! “Giving a ‘gift’ to the audience is our job. ” -- Pam Pieson

MUSICAL ARTISTRY The ultimate in the musical performance is achieved when the performer reaches out at the beginning of the performance, takes the audience in the palm of her hand holds it there until the performance has concluded, keeping each listener totally spellbound by the emotional impact achieved. Musical artistry occurs when all other aspects of the music category have been achieved. The performer then has the freedom to present a magical experience that is aesthetically satisfying and memorable for the performer and the listener. Such a presentation of inanimate words and notes will result in beautiful, living barbershop music. ” − JCDB, Music Category

MUSICAL ARTISTRY The ultimate in the musical performance is achieved when the performer reaches out at the beginning of the performance, takes the audience in the palm of her hand holds it there until the performance has concluded, keeping each listener totally spellbound by the emotional impact achieved. Musical artistry occurs when all other aspects of the music category have been achieved. The performer then has the freedom to present a magical experience that is aesthetically satisfying and memorable for the performer and the listener. Such a presentation of inanimate words and notes will result in beautiful, living barbershop music. ” − JCDB, Music Category

MUSICAL ARTISTRY PERFORMANCE SONG & ARRANGEMENT A. Vocal Skills A. Form B. Harmony Accuracy B. Melody 1. Correct notes C. Arrangement 2. Fine tuning D. Lyrics 3. Inappropriate doubling E. Merit as BBS competition material C. Barbershop Style 1. Tempo 2. Rhythm 3. Musical Unity 4. Phrasing 5. Dynamics 6. Musical Energy D. MUSICAL ARTISTRY F. Suitability to performer

TREASURE CLUE #2 WE ARE A SINGING ORGANIZATION! Make this reality a part of your chorus culture We did Vocal Gold to improve our singing…what can you do?

TREASURE CLUE #2 THE BASICS OF VOCAL GOLD Vocal Production Workshop all members must attend Focus on CONSTANTLY reinforcing basic skills through weekly “Skill Building” time (instead of “warm-ups”) Individual attention through PVIs and tape listening/evaluation

TREASURE CLUE #2 THERE ARE NO SHORTCUTS TO MUSICAL EXCELLENCE! The focus on improving vocal skills must be: Relentless Constant Evaluated Continually Re-invented As Required NOTHING ELSE (Artistry, Physicality) CAN ADVANCE UNTIL YOUR VOCAL SKILLS DO!

TREASURE CLUE #3 COMMUNICATING MUSICAL ARTISTRY: FIVE DIRECTING SKILLS Music Selection Musical Plan Creation The Use of an “Artistic Vocabulary” The Use of Vocal Modeling The Use of Body Language

TREASURE CLUE #3 MUSIC SELECTION Choose music that speaks to you on an emotional level – this fosters believability Chorus vocal skills must match the skill required by the arrangement Challenge chorus with arrangements, but be realistic!

TREASURE CLUE #3 MUSICAL PLAN CREATION Let the chorus be your voice, a mirror of your emotions Borrow ideas from other artists Dare to risk in your artistic interpretation!

TREASURE CLUE #3 You have many “languages” with which to communicate artistic singing to your chorus Use your words, voice, and body to communicate the emotional and artistic sounds you want your chorus to create with their voices

THE PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE The focus of the Showmanship category is the evaluation of the salesmanship of the musical product. This includes the elements of preparation, the visual plan, and the creation and communication of on-stage magic. ” − JCDB, Showmanship Category

TREASURE CLUE #4 Develop or find a “Visual Guide” (individual or team) Must understand the intricacies of designing visual plans – how physicality affects and can enhance the musical plan

Visual Leadership Conference Toronto, Ontario Canada July 10 -12, 2009 With Erin Howden International Faculty, Coach, Choreographer and Asst. Director, North Metro Chorus Demonstration Appearance by North Metro Don’t miss this opportunity to network and to grow your creative genius!! To register contact www. northmetrochorus. com

TREASURE CLUE #5 THE BASICS OF VISUAL GOLD All-day Visual Workshop that all members must attend Held every year Includes: Showmanship classes Small group work Watching yourself on video – “You Be The Judge” Stamina building

TREASURE CLUE #5 LET’S GET PHYSICAL! Physical warm-ups are essential for stamina building Can also be used to learn how to “move artistically” Moving artistically helps us sing artistically!

TREASURE CLUE #5 GET INTO CHARACTER! Every song has a character we must play Bring out your “inner actress”! Playing a character is an artistic exercise and it organically, naturally translates into more artistic singing! HOW COOL IS THAT? !

TREASURE CLUE #5 SEXY

TREASURE CLUE #5 FLIRTY

THE M. A. P. DANCE Working the Character Working the Musical Artistry Working the Physicality PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER! “GO BIG, OR GO HOME!”

QUESTIONS, ANYONE? ! Please go to our website for a copy of the presentation! www. harborliteschorus. org You may also ask questions about the class on our website – we’ll answer as soon as we return from Hawaii! Mahalo and Aloha!

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