Welcome to the Creekside HS Chamber Choir Page.
As the school year (2015/16) starts I will add information to this page.
Congratulations!!! To Quantel Tamase and Cassidy Goldman for participating at the Solo and Ensemble Assessment for District 4 FVA! Cassidy earned a SUPERIOR rating!
Cassidy Goldman received a Superior at State FVA MPA at Jacksonville University!!!!
Congratulations to The Vocal Ensemble for the EXCELLENT Rating at State FVA MPA in Tallahassee in April!
Schedule 2014-2015
May 28, 2015…….Baccalaureate at Mandarin Presbyterian. All students arrive at 6 pm
May 30, 2015……Graduation at UNF Arena. All students arrive at 8:15am. Ceremony starts at 9 am
Other dates to be added
Chorus/Vocal Ensemble Syllabus 2014-2015
Mr. Keith J. Hall, Choral Director
Welcome to Chorus and Vocal Ensemble at Creekside High School! In this class you will learn how to read music, sight read, create music spontaneously, analyze music, sing in 3-8 parts simultaneously and above all, how to sing correctly no matter what style you pursue. Above all, you will learn how to work as a team and make lasting friendships. This class syllabus contains some of the information necessary for you to have the best possible learning experience in Choir. You and your parents need to carefully read the following policies, sign the signature sheet and return the attached form.
Course Introduction
Vocal Ensemble is the most advanced of the choral ensembles here at Creekside High School. It performs challenging literature and jazz pieces from all of the various musical eras written for small vocal ensembles. The class concentrates on learning the basics that are essential to all musicians. Concentration will also be on solo singing, singing in a small group, and emphasis on part balance. Vocal Ensemble will perform in school performances, and in extra-curricular activities. Although the Vocal Ensemble group is not a “core academic class, it is considered a fine arts elective.
Women’s Chorale is an experienced, advanced choral ensemble at Creekside High School. This group will sing all genres of music (Jazz, Classical, Pop, etc.) Concentration will also be on solo singing, sight singing, singing in a small group, and emphasis on part balance. Although the Women’s Chorale group is not a “core academic class, it is considered a fine arts elective.
Mixed Choir is a choral ensemble which provides an “easy-learning” atmosphere for those students who wish to improve their vocal skills. The class focuses on the instruction of basic vocal, sight-reading, and music theory skills. Repertoire from many choral styles is learned and performed. Chorus is considered a fine arts elective.
Being a member of the choral music department means the possibility of evening, weekend, and after school rehearsals or singing events. Examples – Concerts, Music Performance Assessments, Community Events.
Grading Policy
Rehearsal/Participation: Grades in this area are dependent on punctuality, preparation, active participation, effort, and continued improvement. Quizzes and testing will also be included in this area. 40% of grade.
Singing Assessment: Each ensemble member will sing prepared piece of music. Usually this piece will be part of the current repertoire. 20% of grade
Performance: Each performance is a test of the student’s acquired knowledge in the choral area. Therefore a missed performance is equivalent to achieving a zero on a major test. A unexcused miss performance is an automatic lowering by one letter grade. Active participation, punctuality, effort, and quality are also determiners of the performance/test grade. 20% of the grade.
Final Exam: At the end of the term, the students will be evaluated on specific repertoire and sight-singing exercises individually or in a performance. A written exam might also be included.20% of grade.
Student Responsibilities
All of the student responsibilities are listed and explained in the Choral Music Contract. This is to be read and signed by the student and his/her parents. Students may be dropped from the class or be barred from performance if one or more of these expectations are not met.
Materials
- Pencils
- Music Folder