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| Youth
Chorale |
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"Youth
Chorale has provided me with a musical experience I could
never imagine. Being fortunate enough to rehearse and perform
with some of the most dedicated, talented and passionate teens
in Atlanta has proved to be an experience that I could never
replace."
-- Caroline
Goldstein, Youth Chorale Alumna |
| Age |
14
to 18 year olds |
| Grade
Level |
9th
to 12th grades |
| Ensembles
in Youth Chorale |
-Young
Men's Choir
-Young
Women's Choir
-Mixed
High School Group |
| Prerequisite
Audition |
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Previous choral or instrumental experience.
- Ability to read music, sing independently and have some
music theory skills.
- Applicants that have not participated in previous AYS programs
will audition by singing
an unaccompanied song and sight-read both the melody and harmony
of a hymn or folk tune.
-Current
members of the AYS Treble Concert Choir may audition to advance
to the Youth Chorale. Click here
for a list of requirements.
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| What
is Learned |
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Preparation for the transition to college, civic or professional
choral organizations.
- How to make a healthy vocal transition from the immature
to the mature voice.
- Coaching for the changed male voice.
- Advanced repertoire appropriate to vocal maturity.
- How to be a mentor to younger singers.
- How to lead by example through good rehearsal and performance
discipline and skill. |
| How
it’s Learned |
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Drill and practice of Solfeggio and count singing.
- Mentorship from adult singers.
- Mentoring of younger singers.
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Study and performance of musical literature for mixed voices
(soprano, alto, tenor, bass)
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Choir performs as a Young Men's Choir and Young Women's Choir
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| Rehearsals |
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Once a week on Tuesday evenings from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.
- Rehearsals are held at Shallowford Presbyterian Church.
- The program is concurrent with the school year. Beginning
in August and continuing through May. Specific dates can be
found on our Calendar. |
| Performances |
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The Youth Chorale appears with the Atlanta Young Singers of
Callanwolde in concert at least three times per season.
- The group also performs for many civic and service organizations
as well as community events and business conventions. |
| Tours |
- Youth
Chorale members are eligible to audition for Major Tours.
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Occasionally the Youth Chorale will accept out of town engagements
or participate in independent 7-10 day Tours. |
| Retreat |
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All students are eligible to attend a weekend retreat filled
with music and fun activities.
- The cost of camp averages $150 to $185. |
| Tuition |
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Annual tuition is $525 plus a $50 registration fee.
- Scholarships
are available based on financial need and musical ability. |
| Uniforms |
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Formal: black skirt and top for girls with accessory pieces;
black pants, black shirt and black tie for boys
- Informal: black pants and AYS uniform shirt. |
