The Five Pillars of Choral Music at Kimberly High School
1A Sequential Curriculum
Three Core Ensembles: Chorale Bella Voce Concert Choir Four Auxiliary Ensembles: Chamber Choir Mixed Vocal Jazz Satins Varsity Bass |
2High-Quality Repertoire
The lives of choir students are enriched through exposure to literature of great composers and to the staples of choral repertoire - both historical and modern. The primary measure of great choral music is its timelessness and its ability to convey so much to so many. |
3Musical Artistry
Students employ proper technical skills relating to the correct usage of the vocal mechanism. Students work for proper breath management and release of tension. Students have a thorough understanding of correct vowel formation and the resultant mature tone quality. Students strive for an open and uninhibited, yet controlled usage of the natural voice. All ensembles work to achieve impeccable balance and a unified choral tone. |
4Superior
Performances An annual performance season that includes one concert during each academic quarter: * Collage * Wintertide * The Kimberly Choral Festival * Finale Participation in WSMA District and State Solo & Ensemble Festivals. Participation in an annual WSMA clinic festival. Spring Vocal Recitals at the beginning of May. The consistent demonstration of professionalism by all students in rehearsals and at all public performances and events. |
5Pride & Community
Joined by alumni, Bella Voce sings “Johnny Has Gone for a Soldier” and Concert Choir sings “Danny Boy” at the annual Finale Concert. The Combined Choirs sing “Peace, Peace” at the end of the annual Wintertide concert. The Combined Choirs sing “Fix You” at the end of the annual Finale concert. Every Kimberly choral ensemble is a team. Everyone is valued and respected for their own unique contributions. Choir members have pride in what they do and expect the best from one another. Choir members care about one another; older students support younger students. Choir members value the opportunity to learn with one another for an entire academic year and always want to represent themselves and their school in a positive and professional manner. |