PERSONAL COMMITMENT
Nobody is "required" to be in band, orchestra or choir -- it is a CHOICE you have made. Therefore, membership must be a "personal commitment". Being in a musical organization should be an enjoyable experience 99% of the time. But, just like every human endeavor that is worth achieving, it's not always fun. For that 1% of the time when it's not fun, your "personal commitment" will get you through.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS
REHEARSAL EXPECTATIONS
The success of a choir depends on how it rehearses. How it rehearses depends on the conduct and cooperation of the student. Rehearsals are the place to correct mistakes. The fewer the mistakes and the less individual distractions, the greater your contribution is to the choir. Be patient, attentive, careful, and cooperative in observing these rehearsal expectations. When the directors have to discipline and control rather than direct, the rehearsal and eventually the choirs are headed for failure. Good behavior, attitude and self-discipline are essential to producing a GREAT CHOIR. If you are successful, the Choir is successful.
- Be on time to all rehearsals and public performances prepared to give your best.
- Be a responsible member - bring your music to rehearsal with pencil, keep your music in order, know your music.
- Maintain respect for the Choir Room, the instruments and the equipment. This includes your music and binder. Keep the room clean and orderly. The piano, recording equipment and sound system are not toys. Do not use any of the equipment unless you have received permission from the directors.
- Take pride in your personal appearance.
- Remember, your actions and attitude reflect on you, your choir, and your school.
REHEARSAL EXPECTATIONS
The success of a choir depends on how it rehearses. How it rehearses depends on the conduct and cooperation of the student. Rehearsals are the place to correct mistakes. The fewer the mistakes and the less individual distractions, the greater your contribution is to the choir. Be patient, attentive, careful, and cooperative in observing these rehearsal expectations. When the directors have to discipline and control rather than direct, the rehearsal and eventually the choirs are headed for failure. Good behavior, attitude and self-discipline are essential to producing a GREAT CHOIR. If you are successful, the Choir is successful.
- Be ON TIME to all rehearsals (school or extra) and performances. You are to be in your place with your music and all visiting stopped BY THE TIME THE BELL RINGS or THE REHEARSAL IS TO BEGIN.
- Always have your MUSIC, CHOIR BINDER, and PENCIL.
- Please, no gum!
- Be conscious of GOOD POSTURE at all times.
- Keep your EYES on the conductor during rehearsal.
- LISTEN to the conductor at all times. Talking while the conductor is rehearsing or giving instructions is NEVER appropriate.
- The use of cell phones is not allowed at rehearsals or concerts. (School policy enforced.)
- Take a MATURE ATTITUDE toward correction. Don't be a "know it all".
- Rehearsals are not over until the director dismisses the choir. Don't begin to put your music away until instructed to do so.
- Stay involved in the rehearsal from start to finish. Rehearsals are not for personal grooming, catching up on the latest gossip, or doing homework.
- Keep the room orderly and clean. Do not bring food, candy or drinks in the Choir Room unless given permission by the director. If you are not taking your music home, make sure you return it to the correct shelf. The Choir Room is not to be used as your personal locker.
- Approach rehearsals as well as performances with OPTIMISM, ENTHUSIASM, DETERMINATION, AND YOUR WHOLE-HEARTED ATTENTION.
- The success of the Choir is your individual responsibility.
- Before asking a question-- ALWAYS refer to your handbook.