Officer Duties: All Officers . . . Model best behavior for other choir members. Especially NO cell phone use! Organize and Attend Executive Board Meetings. ** Chair and organize committees for all choral events. President: Acts as a direct communication link between the Director and ensemble. Leads ensemble in the absence of the Director. Assists the conductor as needed. Vice President: Serves as chief correspondent for the choir. Organizes the sectional calendar and records dates monthly to Ms. Simko’s desk calendar. If dates have not been submitted or canceled, VP will consult with section leader. Takes care of all permission slip/paperwork duties. Secretary: Reports attendance of rehearsals and concerts. Collects passes and notes concerning attendance. Assists Librarian in distribution and collection of music if needed. Treasurer: Maintains all student and general accounts. Distributes student account information upon request. Actively participates in planning for fundraising. Historian: Maintains a video and picture archive of the year’s activities for use in the end of year banquet. Maintains social media accounts. Librarian: Keeps records of folders, music and folder numbers. Reports to the Treasurer of lost music, folder or fines. Maintains the Choral Library and its accurate inventory. Assists in the distribution and collection of choral music. Section Leaders: Responsible for organizing and holding sectional rehearsals on a Bi-weekly basis. Sectionals must be planned and scheduled by the VP, one month in advance. Cancellations of any sectional MUST be accompanied by a rescheduled date! Assists with correspondence with members of their section. Is available to assist members of their section as needed. The Purpose of the Choirs… To learn and perform quality choral music. The ensemble is designed to work together as a team! To develop the ability to read, prepare, perform and interpret music as an individual and as an ensemble. To contribute to the musical achievements of the Baldwin High School Music Department and the community as a whole. To pursue and maintain a standard of musical excellence and pride in ALL ensembles. To broaden knowledge and respect for music of varied styles and cultures. To provide an atmosphere for safe personal and musical growth.
Rules & Regulations Arrive to class on time! 2 Points will be deducted from you semester average for each unexcused lateness. Be prepared with your music, pencil and a positive hard working attitude. Do not chew gum in rehearsals or lessons. Do not talk or be on your cell phone while other sections are rehearsing! Follow all directions provided by your director and the officers. Practice and prepare during and outside of the rehearsal as requested. Attendance at all rehearsals, lessons and performances is mandatory. Absences from lessons or sectionals must be followed up with a written explanation. Mutual respect and teamwork are the hallmarks of our making music together. Membership Membership/enrollment in each of our Choirs is a privilege attained by audition. Membership /enrollment may be discontinued in the event of severe attendance issues, inappropriate or unprofessional behavior (including cell phone use), or a severe lack of musical progress. Choir Attire Full Length Black dress (as indicated below) Men: White tuxedo shirt, black cummerbund, black tie, black tuxedo pants, black socks, black dress shoes. Perfume/Cologne: Forbidden during performances due to allergic reactions. New students and who need a new size of concert attire will pay the fee by September 30th, cash or check payable to Baldwin High School. Concert Choir female: Melisma Dress $75 Choir female: Sasha Dress $65 Concert male: Full ensemble $70 Concert Choir male separates: $20 Pants $35 Bowtie $10 Cummerbund $5 Grading Rehearsal performance, promptness and participation 40% Concert performance and participation 20% Lessons and Sectional attendance 40% Quarterly Quiz and Test Grades 50% of the participation grade Quarterly Performance Tests (in and out of class) 50% of the lesson grade Lessons & Sectionals A lesson schedule will be published at the beginning of each quarter of the school year. The lesson schedule and groupings are subject to change at the discretion of your Director.