Intermediate Chorus (IC)
Approximate Grades 4 - 7
Instruction at the IC level aims to:
- Provide mastery of basic rudiments including clefs, key signatures, and basic tempo and style indications through class instruction and occasional homework exercises
- Develop the ability to sight-sing simple music
- Explore harmony with 2-part and simple 3-part choral singing
- Clarify the connection of breathing and good vocal technique
- Introduce singing in two or more languages in addition to English
- Reinforce good singing posture
- Present the basics of independent dramatic character development
- Offer experience as the lead participants in a 30-40 minute staged musical work
- Provide positive performance experiences both as an autonomous group and alongside other divisions of the CCOC
In every two weeks, students receive 4 hours of instruction, including approximately:
- 2 hours of chorus music instruction
- 1 hour of drama instruction
- 1 hour of class music literacy and vocal technique instruction
Rehearsal time: 2 hours weekly
