St. Paul's Choirsters

Choir School Training Scheme

Beginner
Beginning singers wear the red cassock symbolizing that they are in training. The goals of this training period are to form appropriate habits and responses necessary for musical leadership, as well as a right spirit and attitude for leading worship. Beginners learn to read music using The Hymnal 1982, acquire basic vocal techniques for singing, and become familiar with the various parts of our Anglican liturgy through participation in worship. Rehearsals for Beginners are Thursdays, 4:45 p.m.

Junior Singer
This level is designated by wearing a dark blue ribbon. The goals of this training period are to promote individual leadership, team work within the choir, and further musical knowledge. These elements are implemented through the anthems and service music they learn. The minimum requirements are attending the weekly Thursday Rehearsals: Thursday: 4:45-6:00 p.m.; Dinner at 6:00 p.m.; 6:30-7:45 p.m. and singing all appointed services. These second year members are to attend one Tuesday rehearsal per month. In case of a necessary absence on Thursday, Tuesday rehearsals are to be used as make-up rehearsals.

Senior Singer
This level is designated by wearing a red ribbon, symbolizing further musical leadership in the choir. The goal at this level is to further the singer's leadership skills in music and worship. As the Senior Singer gains increased competence, he or she is a team builder and a reliable helper to the Beginner and Junior Singer. The minimum requirements are attending the weekly Thursday rehearsals, 4:45-7:45 p.m., at least one Tuesday rehearsal per month, and singing all scheduled services. In case of a necessary absence on Thursday, Tuesday rehearsals are to be used as make-up.

Chorister
These singers receive a yellow ribbon representing the highest level of musical achievement as a leader in the choir. They are able to sing capably all choral repertoire, demonstrate good sight singing and solo singing, and have shown a commitment to the church and to the choir. The minimum requirements are attending the weekly Thursday rehearsals, 4:45-7:45 p.m., at least two Tuesday rehearsals per month, and singing all scheduled services.

Teen Singer
Teen singers are treated as adult members of the choir with the understanding that they follow adult singer guidelines.