Marcato Update - 9/26/13

We had a great rehearsal on Tuesday and I'm already hearing some great things in choir! Everyone is working hard and learning a lot! (and hopefully having a lot of fun, too!)

 

Just a couple of little things:

 

1. Practice Tracks: I have just added a tab to this website called "Practice Tracks." On this page, I have links to or recordings of some of our songs so that choir members can practice them at home. I will be adding things in the next few weeks as well, so check it often.

 

2. Choir Attendance: Many parents have spoken to me about some conflicts that their choir member has during choir time. I understand how busy everyone is, and I don't want anyone to miss out on being part of choir if they want to be there; however, it is also important that choir members attend rehearsals regularly in order to learn the concert material. So if your child has a conflict with choir, for example Activity Day Groups, that do not occur every week, please let me know so that I know when to expect them at choir. I will ask that those who have conflicts be sure to listen to the Practice Tracks and pay extra close attention during choir rehearsals so that they don't fall behind. As the concert approaches, if I feel that your child is not quite ready to perform, I will contact you and we can discuss it, and if needed they will not perform with us for that particular performance. I may also ask that those choir members miss their other activity as we get closer to concert time and we are making final preparations, but we'll cross that bridge when we come to it. I hope you all understand what I'm saying. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me.

 

That is all for today. Have a great weekend!

Marcato Information - 9/19/13

Our first rehearsal went great! It was exciting to see so many new faces among us! Hopefully our singers enjoyed themselves. I know I did!

 

Just a few updates from this week:

 

1. Registration Forms - Many of our choir members came with their registration forms at the last rehearsal. That is great, but there are many who still need to turn them in. We will discuss this at the next rehearsal and I will try to get a few copies made to send home with choir members who don't have the registration form.

2. Notes to Teachers - It is very important that you send a note to you child's teacher indicating that they need to come to the stage after school each Tuesday. The teachers will not be able to send them to choir unless they have a note from home changing their normal routine.

 

3. Venue Change - Due to the book fair next week, our rehearsal location will be moved to the Commons Area (by the 2nd & 3rd grade rooms). This will only affect next weeks rehearsal on 9/24/13.

4. Maestro Group Class - For those who aren't aware, Marcato members may be part of a supplemental class that I hold at my home on Wednesdays at 3-3:45 pm. Currently we only have 6 participants in this class. I would love to have more attend with us! This class is not mandatory, but it builds on the concepts we learn in choir. If you would like more information about this class, please contact me. I am able to accommodate a total of 15 students, so there is plenty of room.

 

Thank you for sending your child to choir! Choir is a wonderful way to build confidence and help children express themselves in a positive way. We build strong relationships and improve ourselves through singing together. And I am privileged to be a part of it!

It's time to REGISTER!!

Registration is now open for the 2013-2014 Season of Marcato Children's Choir!! Marcato will be held weekly on Tuesdays beginning September 17. Choir will be held on the Morgan Elementary School Stage.

There's even more good news! For those who may be interested in broadening your child's musical experience, I have created a group class that will serve as a supplement to Marcato Children's Choir. The class is called Maestro. This class is NOT mandatory for members of Marcato, but it is for those who would like to learn even more about music.

To find the registration packet, click HERE to be redirected to the registration information. In order to register for classes, please print and fill out the 2nd page ("Registration Form" page) and keep the remaining pages for your information. I will have a few registration packets at the first choir rehearsal. You can mail or hand deliver the form to:

Morgan Valley Voices
486 West 175 North
Morgan UT 84050

Donations may be made at this time or any time during the season. We are looking forward to a great season of music!!