Instruction is tailored to the individual needs of the student. For instance, beginning students may need more work on matching pitches and elementary music reading, and advanced students may be able to work on demanding classical and musical theater repertoire. Lessons begin with vocalizing and exercises designed to develop good posture, breathing, placement, diction, and overall technique. Students then work on repertoire which can include pieces for specific auditions, contests, recitals, or public performances. Advanced students may work on repertoire in Italian, German, and French.
All students have the opportunity to perform in at least one recital per year.
All opinions stated are mine. For the official word on each of these organizations, please visit their web pages. All choirs are open to singers of the appropriate age and gender by audition. Festival Singers membership is limited to professionals with extensive choral experience. Ellen Denham has appeared as a soloist on several occasions with the Indianapolis Festival Singers and Orchestra.