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COURSE ORIENTATION WOMEN'S ADVANCED CHAMBER MRS. ENNS COURSE DESCRIPTION Women’s Chamber is one of the most advanced of the choral ensembles here at Valencia High School. It is mainly an advanced a-acapella group. This group will sing all genres of music (Jazz, Classical, Pop, etc.) Concentration will also be on solo singing, singing in a small group, and emphasis on part balance. Although the Women’s Advanced Chamber group is not a “core academic class”, it is considered a fine arts elective. *Enrollment
is limited, auditions are available on
request. 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. 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. Active participation, punctuality, effort, and quality are also determiners of the performance/test grade. 45% of the grade. Final Exam: At the end of the term, the students will be evaluated on specific repertoire and sight-singing exercises individually and in quartets. A written exam might also be included. 15% of grade. EXTRA CREDIT Students are encouraged to participate in other extra curricular performing activities that have to do with music. Some wonderful examples of extra-curricular performing is with the Santa Clarita Master Chorale, the Canyon Theatre Guild, a dance company that performs frequently, or any music related performing venue. Music growth is well rounded in design and extremely important to the growth of an individual overall. Performances (with name in program) or 5 viewed performances (2 page essay written with ticket stub) are equivalent to a "+" boost in the grade. "A" changes to "A+." "B+" changes to "A-," etc. 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. BEHAVIOR POLICIES: See attached behavior policies sheet. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS: 1. TUXEDO/CONCERT DRESS: $50 - $100. Fundraising opportunities will be available to help defray the cost of the uniform. 2. OTHER CONCERT ATTIRE: The student may be asked to supply a costume for the variety concerts or Jazz/Pop at a minimal cost. 2. MUSIC: It is the responsibility of each student to maintain his/her music properly. There will be no duplicate copies. Lost or damaged music will be billed at actual replacement cost. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY Any student involved in dishonesty on any work will be subject to one, some, or all of the following: an automatic zero on the work; one day’s suspension from class; a referral to the Assistant Principal; a conference between the Assistant Principal, the parents, and me, a step on the opportunity room process. ATTENDANCE POLICY As per the school attendance policy, any student who is absent 15 days per semester will receive a failing grade. Any school-related absence, including choir activities and field trips, will be excluded in the 15-day count. If there are any questions, please contact me at ________________. My conference period is ___________ period, from_________to___________. Please feel free to call and make an appointment to see me at that time.
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