ABOUT SJBC |
Last updated: Aug 27 2008
musical ensembles |
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The Concert Choir comprises 37 of the most senior boys of the St. John's Boys' Choir and is the main touring and performing division. Boys in this ensemble have been involved in the organization for at least two years and pursue more challenging repertoire and learn more advanced vocal techniques. The group rehearses twice a week for 2 hours and studies theory as well. The group tours every year, with an international tour every other year. Director: André Heywood |
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The Junior Varsity Choir comprises boys in their second or third year in the St. John's Boys' Choir. In addition to their regular 2 hours of rehearsal, the 26 boys in this group spend an hour each week before rehearsal studying recorder, theory and taking voice lessons. Each year, the JV travels to a different US destination for a week. Director: Jason Horner |
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The Training Choir is made up of approximately 20 of the newest members of the St. John's Boys' Choir. Auditions are held during January with weekly two hour rehearsals beginning in February and running through the end of May. The primary goals of this choir are to develop a well supported, unison sound, to introduce the recorder and to become familiar with basic note reading and music theory. The Training Choir performs for the annual Donor Dinner and at area churches. In May, the boys graduate from the Training Choir and are invited into the Junior Varsity Choir. Director: Tom Speckhard |
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This select ensemble features 8 boys on treble/descant, alto, tenor and bass recorders. The group rehearses for 45 minutes each week on repertoire ranging from Medieval to contemporary popular music. The ensemble performs at masses and concerts. Director: Nick Kleespie |




