2nd Grade Chorus
Director - Catherine White KES Music Teacher
Chorus is an extracurricular activity available to all KES 2nd graders. Students must audition in September to be selected. Typically, 75-90 students audition but only 50 are selected due to space and safety. To audition, students must sing the first verse of “My Country ‘Tis of Thee” from memory and echo clap simple rhythms. Behavior will also be taken into consideration as members of chorus represent KES out in public performances.
After School Rehearsals
Chorus rehearsals start in October and run through April and are held each Tuesday from 2:20-3:15 pm in the music room. Rehearsals may be canceled or rescheduled due to early release dates or major events.
Chorus Uniform
There is a $30 fee to cover the chorus polo and other necessary expenses (folder, music, etc). Chorus students are required to wear a uniform for performances. This includes: navy polo (provided), black dress pants with solid black belt, and solid black dress shoes. Many of these items have been donated back to the KES chorus program by previous members and are available for free as a “rental” for those families in need.
Dismissal Protocol
All parents must setup dismissal in ParentVUE to “Club-Chorus” on rehearsal days (you can comment in the notes if they will be ASP or Car after rehearsal). Car riders must be picked up promptly at 3:15 pm in the bus port. Students not picked up by 3:30 pm will go to ASP and parents will be required to pay the fee ($20 registration, $10/day). Regular attending ASP students must be registered at KES only. Some daycares pick up after rehearsals if you coordinate. Check with your daycare provider for more information.
Are rehearsals/performances required?
Yes! Not only are students learning the songs, but they are also learning the importance of fulfilling a commitment. Chorus gives the students something to be proud of; performing gives them a chance to show off all their hard work from rehearsals! 2 unexcused absences from rehearsal or 1 unexcused absence from a performance will result in being dismissed from chorus. To be excused, a written note or e-mail must be received prior to the absence (when possible) explaining the reasoning (dr. appt, illness, out of town, etc.)
Performances
Chorus performs at various events throughout the year: Veteran’s Day at Acworth UMC, Legacy Park Lighting of the Trees, Christmas at Piedmont Church, International Night at NCHS, Big Shanty Festival, and our final performance is singing the National Anthem with Big Shanty’s Chorus at an Atlanta Braves Game!
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