Hillside Choral Department
Welcome to the Hillside Choral Department webpage! Bluejay Chorus is open to all students in grades 3-5, and rehearses after school twice a week. Concert Choir is open to all students in grades 6-8, and rehearses before school twice a week. Students sing a variety of styles of music, learn to use proper vocal technique, develop their self-confidence and music literacy skills, and exercise teamwork. All students in the choral department perform in a winter concert, a spring concert, as well as other events throughout the year!
Bluejay Chorus (Grades 3-5)
Bluejay Chorus rehearses AFTER school twice a week. Rehearsal days/times: Mondays & Wednesdays - 3:15PM - 4:00PM
Rehearsals start after Labor Day!! The first Bluejay Chorus rehearsal will be Wednesday, Sept. 4.
Concert Choir (Grades 6-8)
Concert Choir rehearses BEFORE school twice a week. Rehearsal days/times: Tuesdays & Fridays - 7:45AM - 8:25AM. *Students must be able to commit to at least one morning practice a week in order to participate in choir!
In addition, all 6th-8th grade choir students will receive weekly small group sectionals DURING the school day.
Rehearsals start after Labor Day!! The first Concert Choir rehearsal will be Tuesday, Sept. 3.
*For students who participate in band, sports, or other extra-curricular activities, I will make every attempt to accommodate their schedules.
In addition to attending rehearsals, chorus members will be expected to show commitment, good behavior, and be present at performances throughout the year.
CONCERT/PERFORMANCE DATES:
Wednesday, December 18th, 2024 at 6:30pm - Band & Chorus Winter Concert
Saturday, February 22, 2025 - Solo & Ensemble Contest (participating 6th-8th graders only)
Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 1:30pm - IGSMA Organizational Contest (Concert Choir only)
Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - Band & Chorus Spring Concert
Friday, May 9, 2025 at 7PM- Hillside's Spring Musical, Annie Jr. (participating 5th-8th graders only)
Hillside Band
