7 January 2013

Women's Chorus

Activities: I was able to listen to the girls for most of the day as they practiced their rep. I was pretty impressed with a group of girls that are non-auditioned to be able to sound as good as they do.

Observations: Their class is pretty focused, but at times there is much to much chatter... Mrs. Crockett does a good job of trying to keep them focused but I think that I might demand just a little more out of these girls as far as discipline.

What went well? They have a great sound and blend pretty well.  I think that when they are focused they do a great job.

What could be improved? Concentration and dedication to the music.

Musical Goals:  help girls polish when they feel comfortable.  many of them seem to be on auto pilot and I can tell that they are not really thinking about what they are doing, especially not thinking about what they are singing.

Student Engagement: It is pretty varied... There are some that are very engaged while others struggle.  I can tell that some of them are there because they don't want to be anywhere else and it seems like they know they can get away with things...


Concert Choir

Activities: Announcements (went a little long),  then practice of rep.  there were no sectionals or group work in this class today.

Observations: if you give them an inch they will take 3 miles. I know that I will need to be on the ball with this group so I can keep their attention and interest.  They lose focus very easily.

What went well? great sound, beautiful voices.

What could be improved? focus and purpose.

Musical Goals: challenge this group! They are great and will do well if pushed.

Student Engagement: all over the place.  There were some student having full conversations during the middle of the songs.  I'm not sure if they were seen or not but it seems like they know that they can get away with it pretty easily.


Men's Chorus

Activities: I mostly observed but was able to do a sectional with the tenors.  They are so crazy... There is one in particular that seems to be the ring leader.  this is going to be a touch group!

Observations: Most of them don't care about being there.  There are a few with great voices but lack focus and commitment means that it takes a lot of work for them to use those voices.

What went well? I can't really remember...

What could be improved? a lot...

Musical Goals: intonation for individuals.

Student Engagement: needs to change, a lot....