WELCOME
On behalf of the Leyden High School music department, we would like to welcome you to the 2017-2018 GraceNotes & Unresolved! You have been selected to be a part of a very special group.
Miss C formed the GraceNotes upon her arrival at LHS in 2002 with about 8 students. Fourteen years later, over 40 students auditioned to be a part of this ensemble! You have a lot to live up to! The previous GraceNotes have grown into fabulous musicians over the course of their year together and I can’t wait for you to do the same!
Miss C also formed a Men's Group in 2002 at the request of a Junior at the time named, Cesar Favela (who went on to major in Music Education). She passed this group on to the male teacher at the time (Mr. Landes), and it has continued to be a really fun group that is for MALES ONLY! Grades 9-12!!
Miss C formed the GraceNotes upon her arrival at LHS in 2002 with about 8 students. Fourteen years later, over 40 students auditioned to be a part of this ensemble! You have a lot to live up to! The previous GraceNotes have grown into fabulous musicians over the course of their year together and I can’t wait for you to do the same!
Miss C also formed a Men's Group in 2002 at the request of a Junior at the time named, Cesar Favela (who went on to major in Music Education). She passed this group on to the male teacher at the time (Mr. Landes), and it has continued to be a really fun group that is for MALES ONLY! Grades 9-12!!
Calendar
Our rehearsal calendar is posted on the Leyden Choir Calendar. You car
It is your responsibility to communicate all of your conflicts in a timely manner. If you think it won’t conflict, TELL HER ANYWAY! Our rehearsals will change weekly due to sports, drama and other conflicts. It is your responsibility to look ahead and PLAN your schedule.
If you choose to be involved in another activity, you must split your time fairly. GraceNotes & Unresolved typically meets once a week. If you miss 1 rehearsal, it is like missing a WEEK of class! If you are involved in sports or drama, it is up to you to communicate your conflicts to both sponsors so we can help you make a plan. It is not fair to miss 2 consecutive weeks of GraceNotes or Unresolved for any other activity.
Performance dates are on the Leyden Choir Calendar - please add them to your personal family calendars right away!
Your presence is necessary for success at all rehearsals and performances! This is a small group! If only one of you is missing it will make a huge difference!
It is your responsibility to communicate all of your conflicts in a timely manner. If you think it won’t conflict, TELL HER ANYWAY! Our rehearsals will change weekly due to sports, drama and other conflicts. It is your responsibility to look ahead and PLAN your schedule.
If you choose to be involved in another activity, you must split your time fairly. GraceNotes & Unresolved typically meets once a week. If you miss 1 rehearsal, it is like missing a WEEK of class! If you are involved in sports or drama, it is up to you to communicate your conflicts to both sponsors so we can help you make a plan. It is not fair to miss 2 consecutive weeks of GraceNotes or Unresolved for any other activity.
Performance dates are on the Leyden Choir Calendar - please add them to your personal family calendars right away!
Your presence is necessary for success at all rehearsals and performances! This is a small group! If only one of you is missing it will make a huge difference!
Attendance And Tardies
Recipe for success:
If you miss the rehearsal prior to a concert, you will not be allowed to perform.
- Be here for all rehearsals & performances
- Be on TIME for all rehearsals & performances
- Be prepared for all rehearsals & performance
- If you miss rehearsal(s) and/or are frequently late, Miss C will address this situation with you. Each situation will be handled separately.
If you miss the rehearsal prior to a concert, you will not be allowed to perform.
PRacticing
As a member of the GraceNotes & Unresolved you are expected to be prepared for rehearsals. This means that you must practice before arriving to rehearsal. You should plan to practice at least 3 times a week for 15-20 minutes. You can use the webpage as a tool for practicing, or come talk to us! Schedule a sectional, and make yourself more prepared for the following rehearsal.
Costumes
The GraceNotes will wear PLAIN BLACK DRESS PANTS, PLAIN BLACK DRESS SHOES, skin colored nylons, and a cami (color pending the GN Shirt) at every concert throughout the year. Miss C will begin her search for your concert shirts this weekend! You are responsible for paying for your GraceNote concert shirt. This cost is usually around $25, and can be fundraised.
The GraceNotes are also involved in our Annual Olde English Yuletide Dinner. For this event, you will need to purchase White tights, White ballet-like slippers and a White Peasant blouse (see pictures below). You may fundraise for all of these items. |
Unresolved will wear Black Dress pants, Black Dress shoes, Black DRESS Socks (Long, not short), White Dress Shirt and a Black Tie.
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