ENSEMBLES
TREBLE CHORUS
Any BHS student may enroll in Treble Chorus or Tenor/Bass Chorus. Treble & Tenor/Bass Chorus students sing beginning-intermediate level choral repertoire. In this course, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of music theory, history, vocal technique, and sight singing. Treble & Tenor/Bass Chorus students will sing with professionalism in expressive performance, organization, and cooperation. Students are required to perform at all school concerts. At the discretion of the director, students may be required to audition for All-Region as well. This class meets during the school day.
TENOR/BASS CHORUS
Any BHS student may enroll in Treble Chorus or Tenor/Bass Chorus. Treble & Tenor/Bass Chorus students sing beginning-intermediate level choral repertoire. In this course, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of music theory, history, vocal technique, and sight singing. Treble & Tenor/Bass Chorus students will sing with professionalism in expressive performance, organization, and cooperation. Students are required to perform at all school concerts. At the discretion of the director, students may be required to audition for All-Region as well. This class meets during the school day.
CAMERATA
Bryant Camerata is an auditioned choir composed of 10th-12th grade students. Bryant Camerata sings advanced level choral repertoire. Students are expected to be fluent in the fundamentals of music theory, history, vocal technique, and sight singing. In addition to all school concerts, members of this choir are required to audition for All-Region and will also compete at Region Choral Performance Assessment and other qualifying competitions. There may also be seasonal events at which this choir will perform (i.e. Arkansas Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert). This class meets during the school day.
BELLA VOCE
Bella Voce is an auditioned choir composed of 10th-12th grade sopranos and altos. Bella Voce sings intermediate level choral repertoire. In this course, students will build upon the fundamentals of music theory, history, vocal technique, and sight singing. In addition to all school concerts, members of this choir are required to audition for All-Region and will also compete at Region Choral Performance Assessment and other qualifying competitions. This year, it is my goal for this choir to develop its own yearly performance tradition. This class meets during the school day.
HONEYBEES
Honeybees is an auditioned choir composed of 10th-12th grade sopranos and altos. Honeybees sing intermediate-advanced level choral repertoire; this choir also performs as a show choir. Honeybees are expected to be able to dance and sing at the same time. In addition to all school concerts, members of this choir are required to audition for All-Region and will also compete at Region Choral Performance Assessment and other qualifying competitions. There are also other community-based, seasonal events at which this choir will perform. This class meets after school and during "Buzz Time" (advisory). NOTE: Auditions for Honeybees will take place in the Fall.