Nipmuc Chorus
Thanks for a great 2018-2019 - we hope everyone enjoys a relaxing summer! We're already getting excited for next year - take a look at all of the great events coming in 2019-2020:
Glimpse Into the Classroom: May
May was a busy month for Nipmuc musicians, with the Pops Concert, Senior Music Night, Interfaith Service, and Graduation! Check out the video clips below to see some of the highlights from our May events:
"That Lonesome Road" - Vocal Ensemble"Golden Slumbers" - Anina & Jake Lawrence |
"The Way You Look Tonight" - Combined Choirs"Thank You for the Music" - Bridget Clark |
MICCA Congratulations!
Nipmuc Choirs did an outstanding job at the annual MICCA Festival, with Concert Chorus earning a Silver rating and Vocal Ensemble earning a Bronze rating. You can listen to each choir's set below, and make sure to congratulate all of the singers on a wonderful performance!
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Glimpse Into the Classroom: April
Students takeover rehearsals:
On April 6, Nipmuc Choirs will participate in the Massachusetts Instrumental and Choral Conductors Association (MICCA) adjudicated Choral Festival. Students will perform for a panel of expert choral musicians, receive feedback in the form of written and recorded comments, participate in a clinic with one of the adjudicators, and be given a Gold/Silver/Bronze rating for their performance.
In preparation for the festival, students were challenged to run rehearsal for a day, choosing aspects of each song that they wanted to improve and designing an activity to implement during class. Groups came up with everything from charades and simon says to poetry-writing, movement games, and even singing our repertoire in the styles of country, opera, and screamo music. Students demonstrated a high level of understanding of each of the songs, and we all enjoyed the opportunity to take a deeper dive into the music that we've been working on for the last several months!
Glimpse Into the Classroom: February-March
On March 13, Vocal Ensemble performed the piece "How Can I Keep from Singing?" at the Choral Vertical Concert:
As we prepared and rehearsed this song in the months leading up to the concert, students were challenged to really dig into the expression and text by comparing our version of the piece with several other settings. Students chose to present their analyses in a variety of ways, 3 of which are shown here:
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Glimpse Into the Classroom: January
Nipmuc students had several opportunities this month to get out of the classroom and either learn from experts in the music field OR lead workshops as experts themselves!
Central District Festival:
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In November, 6 chorus students auditioned for the Central District Festival; 4 of them were selected to participate in the January Festival, where they learned from experts in the choral world and gave a wonderful concert at Mechanics Hall.
21st Century Learning Conference:
During one of Nipmuc's annual 21st Century Learning Conferences, students had several opportunities to participate in music-related sessions. First, 3 music students led an Audition Workshop, where they helped attendees prepare for upcoming auditions in music, dance, and drama. Then, students participated in a digital conversation with a Los Angeles based music professional, where they had a chance to explore career options in the music industry.
Glimpse Into the Classroom: December
Check out the photo gallery from highlights of Nipmuc Chorus 2018!
Our first concert of the year is quickly approaching!
Don't miss your first opportunity to hear all of the Nipmuc Bands and Choruses: Wednesday, December 5, 7pm, Nipmuc Auditorium.
Glimpse Into the Classroom: November
Singers have been working hard to get ready for our first concert - here are a few previews:
Singers have been working hard to get ready for our first concert - here are a few previews:
Thank you to everyone who participated in our inaugural Pie Fundraiser!!
Glimpse Into the Classroom: October
Vocal Ensemble and Jazz Band students had the opportunity to sing at the Music Boosters Fall Fundraiser at Vandervalk Farm & Winery. Students were challenged to prepare for a performance only 6 weeks into the school year. In addition to the ensemble performances, senior Angela Morano shared a set of original songs. Thank you to everyone who came out on a chilly Sunday to support the Music Program!
Glimpse Into the Classroom: September
One of our primary goals during the first month of chorus is Ensemble Building - we get to know each other by playing games, develop a healthy sound with vocal exercises, jump into musicianship training, and start talking about performance technique by listening to other choirs.
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August Kickoff: Chorus Orientation
On Wednesday, August 22, Chorus students returned to school early to start of the year with an evening of music, games, and fundraising.
WELCOME TO 2018-2019!
See below for a preview of all of the exciting events happening in MURSD Music this year!
