Broadfording Christian Academy
The Ambassadors – Syllabus
11Corinthians 5:20
“Therefore, we are Ambassadors for Christ”…
Instructor: Pam Smith
E-mail: (301) 797-8886, ext: 242
Updates and information on Miss Smith’s “Clef” Notes Wiki space.
Course Description:
9th-12th Grades
Develop a ministry choir that will represent the school in the community by way of concerts, festivals, and other special events.
Goals & Objectives:
* Students will understand the basic fundamentals of music theory.
* Students will develop good singing habits - and be able to demonstrate good vocal principles.
* Students will work on sight singing and developing the “ear.”
* To sing and learn to appreciate different styles of music.
* To sing songs in different languages.
* To sing harmony (4-8 parts, independent harmony)
* To become skillful musicians, not just students singing choral music!
* Guide students into developing a philosophy of music that will honor God.
* To develop social & concert etiquette
* To develop a good choral sound (while working on blend, rounded vowels, and intonation while singing in unison.
* To develop skills in skits, gospel magic, giving a testimony, wordless book and other tools to complete the “ministry choir.”
* Study Hymnology
Grading:
This is a participation-based class!
Performances – 85%
Rehearsal Time (participation & behavior), preparation (meeting deadlines), Quizzes & home work, etc. - 15%
Requirements:
* Vocal Audition
* Interview questions & theory assessment quiz
* BCA staff input on student selection
* Prior to a performance an extra rehearsal may be called during after school hours (Advance notice will be given).
* Provide one dozen of cupcakes for the monthly cupcake concertos
* Choir attire:
Girls: Gown & dress shoes (gown purchased through school)
Boys: Tuxedo Ensemble & dress shoes (5 piece tuxedo purchased through school)
* Must be able to attend assigned concerts, church ministries, some galleries, and end of the year choral festival trip , tentative cost $200, could be a little lower or higher), see tentative calendar
* Parent & student signing of the covenant
If your child is interested, has the ability, and you would like for them to participate, but, would not be able to due to a financial burden, please contact Miss Smith.
Behavioral Expectations:
- Be on-time for class (seated)!
- Be prepared (check schedule on chalkboard, get folders, put music in order), sectionals music & pencil in hand, meet deadlines
- Be responsible (for your behavior & actions)
- Be cooperative (J.O.Y.)
- No food, drink, gum, electronics, chap stick, cough drops in class
- Raise hand for permission to speak.
- Remain seated at all times.
- Respect (Yourself, Everyone, Everything)
- An “enthusiastic” participator
- Encourage each other in word & deed.
- Classroom clean-up
Consequences
BCA Behavioral system
Rewards:
Always some kind of seasonal treat!
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