They become familiar with the roots of jazz, studying its stylistic phases and prominent composers and performers. They learn to identify aurally various styles and artists. They are encouraged to keep abreast of and attend local musical events. They begin to grasp the concepts of blend and balance as they sing more difficult music with greater expression and musicality. They begin to evaluate themselves more critically and objectively.
Students work to improve flexibility, strength and accuracy in their maturing voices.
They focus on clear and proper diction and healthily energized vocal technique. Male singers continue to adjust to their adolescent vocal transitions as they move to the bass clef. Female singers become proficient singing the soprano or alto part independently. They continue to improve their reading and recognition of formal and stylistic symbols while expanding their musical vocabularies. They are encouraged to audition for solos and to keep abreast of, attend and participate in various local musical events.