Full Year

1/2 credit per semester

Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors

Prerequisite: Audition

A full-year course focusing on perfecting fundamentals, intermediate theory, and good musicianship through the performance of a wide variety of musical styles. Moderate amount of singing in foreign languages. Begins with SATB voicing.

During the school year, students will be participating in the following performances and contests: 

Feeder School Concert

IMEA Auditions and Festivals

Holiday Concert

IHSA Organizational Contest

IHSA Solo and Ensemble Contest and Concert

Spring Pops Concert



Schedule

Sunday, November 24 (Parent or Student drives to this rehearsal - NO BUS)

5:30pm Registration

6:00-8:00pm Rehearsals

Monday, November 25 (BUS at 8:00 AM, meet in the Choir Room)

9:00am-5:00pm Rehearsals

12:00pm Lunch (included)

3:00-4:00pm Professional Development Session for Directors

5:00pm Dinner break (on your own)

7:00pm Concert

Link to Festival's website: LINK

Link to McKendree Festival Practice Tracks and Sheet Music: LINK