I Want to take Choir, what do I do?
There are currently three choir classes offered at Joliet West, they are detailed below. The first step for joining is to talk to you counselor.
Outside of classes, there are two other groups. The Chamber Choir is a competitive, auditioned group which meets twice a week (T/TH) after school. Most of the Chamber Choir is part of one (or more) of the curricular choirs, however, it is not a requirement.
The Men's Chorus meets on Mondays after school in late October through early December. This group sings at the Songs of the Season Dinner and Winter Concert. This group is open to singers both from the curricular groups and those who are not part of the curricular groups.
Outside of classes, there are two other groups. The Chamber Choir is a competitive, auditioned group which meets twice a week (T/TH) after school. Most of the Chamber Choir is part of one (or more) of the curricular choirs, however, it is not a requirement.
The Men's Chorus meets on Mondays after school in late October through early December. This group sings at the Songs of the Season Dinner and Winter Concert. This group is open to singers both from the curricular groups and those who are not part of the curricular groups.
Curricular Options
Ensemble
The Ensemble consists of Freshman sopranos and altos. In this class, students perform multiple times per year on varied literature while also learning basics of music theory and choral music.
Mixed Chorus
The Mixed Chorus consists of Sophomore through Senior soprano and altos and Freshman through Senior tenor and basses. The Mixed Chorus continues learning music and choral theory while performing in multiple concerts per year.
Concert Choir
The Concert Choir is an auditioned choir of Sophomore through Senior sopranos, altos, tenors, and basses. This group performs frequently on a vast quantity of literature.
The Ensemble consists of Freshman sopranos and altos. In this class, students perform multiple times per year on varied literature while also learning basics of music theory and choral music.
Mixed Chorus
The Mixed Chorus consists of Sophomore through Senior soprano and altos and Freshman through Senior tenor and basses. The Mixed Chorus continues learning music and choral theory while performing in multiple concerts per year.
Concert Choir
The Concert Choir is an auditioned choir of Sophomore through Senior sopranos, altos, tenors, and basses. This group performs frequently on a vast quantity of literature.
Is this important?
Sure. Not just choir, but taking part in a group/extra-curricular/sport has a lot of benefits.
1. Cultivates Leadership OpportunitiesMost high school extracurricular activities provide an opportunity to take on a leadership role. In that role students will be given responsibilities and learn to communicate with their peers from a position of authority. This develops needed skills for the future, and it also looks great on college applications.
2. Enhances Teamwork ExperienceWhether playing a sport, participating in a club, or performing in a play, students will be working with their peers. While coursework is typically an individual activity, extracurricular activities teach students how to work with different types of people. Being a team player and adapting to their environment will benefit them in the future.
3. Develops Time Management SkillsHigh school is a busy time. Students have a lot going on, from academics to sports to clubs. When students take part in extracurricular activities, they will learn how to manage their time effectively out of necessity. Juggling several assignments and activities is a skill that will put them ahead of the game when they’re in college.
4. Promotes Networking SkillsDuring practice, rehearsal, or club meetings, students are interacting with their peers and making new friends with similar interests. Finding common ground and striking up conversation is the cornerstone of success in the professional world. This develops the networking skills they will need in the future.
5. Fosters ConfidenceThe more students accomplish, the more confident they become. In their extracurricular activities, students will learn how to work hard, have fun, and accomplish their goals. This establishes a strong foundation and instills confidence to help them advance in the future.
6. Increases Academic PerformanceIf students take part in activities they are passionate about, they will learn concentration and focus. That concentration will carry over into their academic life and improve their academic performance. In particular, if students are involved in sports or performing arts, they will gain endurance and achieve stamina that is needed to perform well academically.
Overall, extracurricular activities will help you prepare for college and their professional future. Armed with these advanced skills, they can overcome obstacles in the future, and achieve success and happiness.
1. Cultivates Leadership OpportunitiesMost high school extracurricular activities provide an opportunity to take on a leadership role. In that role students will be given responsibilities and learn to communicate with their peers from a position of authority. This develops needed skills for the future, and it also looks great on college applications.
2. Enhances Teamwork ExperienceWhether playing a sport, participating in a club, or performing in a play, students will be working with their peers. While coursework is typically an individual activity, extracurricular activities teach students how to work with different types of people. Being a team player and adapting to their environment will benefit them in the future.
3. Develops Time Management SkillsHigh school is a busy time. Students have a lot going on, from academics to sports to clubs. When students take part in extracurricular activities, they will learn how to manage their time effectively out of necessity. Juggling several assignments and activities is a skill that will put them ahead of the game when they’re in college.
4. Promotes Networking SkillsDuring practice, rehearsal, or club meetings, students are interacting with their peers and making new friends with similar interests. Finding common ground and striking up conversation is the cornerstone of success in the professional world. This develops the networking skills they will need in the future.
5. Fosters ConfidenceThe more students accomplish, the more confident they become. In their extracurricular activities, students will learn how to work hard, have fun, and accomplish their goals. This establishes a strong foundation and instills confidence to help them advance in the future.
6. Increases Academic PerformanceIf students take part in activities they are passionate about, they will learn concentration and focus. That concentration will carry over into their academic life and improve their academic performance. In particular, if students are involved in sports or performing arts, they will gain endurance and achieve stamina that is needed to perform well academically.
Overall, extracurricular activities will help you prepare for college and their professional future. Armed with these advanced skills, they can overcome obstacles in the future, and achieve success and happiness.