Dear Singers,
We have been all the way through almost every piece. The music is really coming together. I really enjoy this part of the rehearsal process.
Sectionals
Most of the sectionals are now scheduled. Your section leader will communicate with you with all the details. Sectionals are the most helpful to everyone if you plan ahead. Keep track of the parts of the pieces that you are having trouble with and we will deal with that specifically. I usually have things to talk about, but prefer to have you “run the rehearsal.”
- Altos: March 2, 9:30 AM – noon at Sally’s house
- Sopranos: March 9, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM at Katharine’s house
- Tenors: March 17, 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM at Priscilla’s house
Special Solos/Ensembles
I have had quite a few people approach me about doing their own solos or ensembles for the concert. I am looking forward to hearing the finished product at auditions on March 26 and April 2 starting at 6:15. When you are ready, let me know. We can set you up with an audition time. Mikiko and I are available to help!
New Way to Rehearse SA and TB pieces
We will stagger our breaks this week in order to rehearse Pasture and Definition of Beauty III. After announcements, Sopranos and Altos will stick around and sing Definition of Beauty III. At the same time Tenors and Basses will take a break out in the lobby. After that everyone will switch, with Sopranos and Altos getting their break. You are allowed to feel sorry for Mikiko and I who will not get a break. But we are tough! Also, female tenors can elect to rehearse both pieces. Of course, we’ll let you have a bathroom break.🙂
See you Tuesday!
Mark
Rehearsal Schedule
Warmups
Gate Gate
Choose Something Like a Star
Cloths of Heaven
Announcements
Definition of Beauty III
The Pasture
Ain’a That Good News
No Time