In a class that is based on a performing art, daily attendance is crucial for the ensemble and individual to succeed.  If you miss a rehearsal, there is no way to make it up.  Rehearsals are interactive and require participation and effort from every member of the group.  Attendance at every rehearsal is mandatory in order to reach the level for which our choirs are striving.

 

Performances and concerts are absolutely mandatory.  They are equivalent to exams.  Since choir rarely has written work or any homework, performances are a huge part of your grade.  Work commitments or other school activities are NOT excused absences from these performances.  You will be given plenty of notice prior to all concerts and are expected to make arrangements in order to attend all scheduled performances.