Voice Works I, II, & III
Per semester (16 one-hour classes): $300.00, 10% discount for WCMS private lessons
students
Full year enrollment is expected
Next session begins week of January 30, 2012
Intro to Voice Works
For girls in grade 3
Thursday 3:15-4:00 PM
Intro to Voice Works is a new class offered exclusively to third grade girls. In this fun and non-competitive ensemble, students will sing music from a variety of genres while learning about proper vocal technique. Designed as an introduction to Voice Works I , this ensemble if for girls who love to sing and want to learn how to do it better! While singing age appropriate repertoire, participants will work on the fundamentals of tone, rhythm and diction while developing poise and
self-confidence.
Ability to sing on pitch is required.
Voice Works I
For girls in grades 4 and 5
Wednesday 3:30-4:30 PM
In Voice Works I, a fun choral ensemble, you work to develop proper vocal technique
and build musicianship skills. We sing great music in popular and classical styles
with an emphasis on 2-part singing, rounds, and partner songs. Students are introduced
to a variety of types of vocal music—choral, a cappella, opera, and musicals. This
ensemble is a wonderful girls-only experience that helps build self-esteem and teamwork
in a supportive environment. The ability to sing on pitch is necessary.
The final session of each semester will be a performance.
Voice Works performs at various venues in the Winchester community. Class size is
limited.
Placement Auditions: Arranged: Call or
email WCMS to set up an audition appointment to take place on Wednesday, February 1.
Audition Requirements: Students should be prepared to sing "My Country Tis of Thee," match pitch, and perform
simple rhythm patterns. Students returning to Voice Works from last year do not need to audition and should
register for the ensemble.
Voice Works II
For girls in grade 6
Prerequisite: Voice Works I (or permission of instructor)
Wednesday 4:30-5:30 PM
Voice Works II builds upon skills learned in Voice Works I, but includes solo singing
as well as ensemble singing. The students will be coached on stage deportment and
audition techniques to help build presentation skills. An important aspect of the
class is the opportunity for each singer to explore her voice in a supportive and
noncompetitive environment. This ensemble is an excellent foundation for future
vocal study and involvement in staged productions. The ability to sing on pitch
is necessary.
The final session of each semester will be a performance.
Placement Auditions: Arranged: Call or
email WCMS to set up an audition appointment to take place on Wednesday, February 1.
Audition Requirements: Students should be prepared to sing "My Country Tis of Thee," match pitch, and perform simple rhythm patterns.
Voice Works III - Based on enrollment
For girls in grade 7 & 8
Prerequisite: Voice Works II (or audition with instructor)
Wednesday 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Voice Works III is a musical theater based vocal and dramatic program that continues
to develop middle school aged singers who are interested in pursuing voice lessons
as well as continuing with a group program.
Students will sing solo and ensemble repertoire, perform monologues and scenes and work on musicianship skills.
Placement Auditions: Arranged: Call or
email WCMS to set up an audition appointment. Students moving up from Voice Works II or who participated in VW III last year do not need to audition and should
register for the ensemble.
Audition Requirements: Students should be prepared to sing a musical theater solo from the standard repertoire, sing scales, and perform simple rhythm and pitch patterns.