WELCOME Rocklin High School Choir 2013 2014 Mr
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WELCOME! Rocklin High School Choir 2013 -2014 Mr. Spiess RHS Choral/Vocal, Piano Lab, AP Theory, AVID 12
RHS Choirs at a glance… 3 Choirs at RHS “Concert Choir” —Mixed Non-Auditioned 46 Members— 42 Female, 4 Male “Advanced Women's Ensemble” —(AWE) Auditioned 42 Members “Chamber Choir” —Mixed Auditioned 34 Members— 18 Female, 16 Male “Thunder Choir” —Combined Choir of all RHS Singers 122 Singers Total
RHS Choirs into the future… 4 Choir Classes at RHS Concert Choir —Mixed Non-Auditioned “Advanced Women's Ensemble” —(AWE) Auditioned “Chamber Choir” —Mixed Auditioned RHS Men’s Ensemble 2014 -15 “Thunder Choir”—Combined Choir of all RHS Singers Other Courses Offered: Piano Lab AP Music Theory
Grading Each student is graded on: • Daily Performance and Participation • Music Rehearsal and Preparation • Attitude • Concert Attendance • Basic Music Theory Tests • Voice Checks A course syllabus is online for you to see
Performance Season Concerts are Mandatory Tickets may be purchased by public (all seating is general admission) All Concerts dates can be found online at www. rhs. rocklinusd. org First Concert—Creepy Concert October 26 th Winter Concerts—December 10 th, 11 th
Concert Attire RHS Dresses and Tuxedos are required! Dresses and Tuxedos may be purchased through the choral department Approximate Cost: Tuxedos $99. 00 (not including tax/shipping) (All Wool, 5 -7 Piece) Dresses $55 -75 (not including tax/shipping) Some dresses and tuxedos are available for reduced price but supply is limited. All Students may participate in RHS Choir Fundraising to pay for tuxedos and dresses and Trips
Choir Tour Currently planning and looking for a venue Past trips to Disneyland, San Francisco, Hawaii, Vancouver and New York City (Carnegie Hall) Fundraisers will be provided throughout the year to help offset costs. Tour Dates and Price: TBA (Spring 2014) Parent Volunteers Needed for Planning, Organizing and Chaperones! PLEASE EMAIL ME sspiess@rocklinusd. org
RHS Choir Connect New School Website www. rhs. rocklinusd. org Student/Parent Connection www. schoology. rocklinusd. org Concert Choir: MTKQ 9 -HCDDS Women’s Ensemble: XVX 9 B-HGXDF Chamber: X 7 C 7 Z-NVMNT Teacher Email sspiess@rocklin. k 12. ca. us sspiess@rocklinusd. org
Get Involved! Successful HS Choral Departments need Students AND Parent/Community Members Will you consider Helping grow our program? Supporter Needed in these areas…. • Planning and Organizing (Concerts, Events, Trips, Fundraisers) • Concert Attire (Measurements/Sizing, Alterations etc…) • Recording and Producing Audio and Video • Community Connection • Piano Accompanists and Vocal Coaches • Fundraising Assistants NEEDED! I AM NOT AFRAID TO ASK! Teacher Email sspiess@rocklin. k 12. ca. us sspiess@rocklinusd. org
Thank You For Coming Tonight! Please do not hesitate to contact me for any reason. I would love to see how we connect you with RHS Choir to make this year a complete success for your student. Mr. Spiess RHS Choral/Vocal, Piano Lab, AP Theory, AVID 12
