Accent ChoirDate: September 4, 2012 Views: 1123 Category: Children's and Youth Choirs Category: School Choirs Voicing: Children Location: Racine Unified School District - Racine, Wisconsin, USA
This ensemble exceeds my highest expectations. They serve as role models for all of my students; not immediately but as the year progresses they live up to that role.
The Accent Choir provides a unique opportunity for the students to explore several aspects of communication. More so, we will seek to understand what we communicate and how we communicate. The music we will explore and perform will focus on language, poetry, folk tales, stories of old and new, and the sharing of ideas and customs across cultures. NEW THIS YEAR!!! Greater emphasis will be given to movement and freedom in singing. Every student will comprehend ‘whole body singing’ and learn to use their bodies efficiently and effectively. This past spring, the Accent Choir had the opportunity of collaborating with Racine Bull Fine Arts Chorale (under the direction of Ms. Lynn Orlando - general music specialist) and University of Wisconsin - Parkside Chorale(under the direction of Dr. James Kinchen, Jr - director of Choral Activities)This ensemble is looking forward to caroling in the community this winter and, possibly, collaborating with area collegiate choirs in the spring. To see our live performance follow the link to our site and click on 'videos' on the left side of the page. Most music for Accent choir is arranged for 2-part voices, or more, to strengthen independence and section while reinforcing ensemble. Multi-part singing also gives comfort to diverse voices and supports healthy vocal development as students explore various parts. |