I'm excited about what this year holds. As a 2012-2013 WHS choir member, you are a part of a strong tradition of musical excellence. As you know, with your decision to join this tradition comes the understanding that it takes responsibility, dedication and hard work to accomplish our goals and maintain high standards. It has been documented that students who are involved in high school music programs perform higher than average with grades, responsibility, self-discipline, and attitude. I'm committed to the high standards of the music program and to continuing the tradition of musical excellence. With the enthusiasm and commitment of all of us, there is no limit to what we can do and become this year. The following statements are guiding principles for the WHS choirs.
 
We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit. (Aristotle)
 
Always set the bar high, for the feeling of reaching a small goal quickly fades and gives way to the thought of what you might have accomplished.
 
The 2012-13 WHS Choir Handbook as well as all choir forms and/or documents may be found by selecting your student's choir and scrolling down to Class Downloads.

Choralaires is a women’s choir for grades 10, 11 and 12. Membership is based upon independence, musical training, demonstrated ability to sing in tune and work ethic. As choir members work together to combine their musical talents, they perform the finest music of many styles. Literature to be studied and performed includes classical, spirituals, folk and pop choral music. Emphasis is placed on voice building, ear training, and sight-reading. Attendance at all performances and rehearsals is mandatory. Participation in the Region 4AA Vocal Solo and Ensemble Contest is expected.

The Concert Choir is a mixed choir for grades 10, 11 and 12. Membership is based upon independence, musical training, demonstrated ability to sing in tune and work ethic. As choir members work together to combine their musical talents, they perform the finest music of many styles. Literature to be studied and performed includes classical, spirituals, folk and pop choral music. Emphasis is placed on voice building, ear training, and sight-reading. Attendance at all performances and rehearsals is mandatory. Participation in the Region 4AA Vocal Solo and Ensemble Contest is expected.

The Varsity Choir is a mixed choir for grades 9, 10, 11, and 12. Membership in the Varsity Choir will provide students with class experiences in solo and group singing. The focus of the class includes development of musical independence through study of the voice itself, vocal care, posture, breathing, phonation, registration, articulation, music reading and sight-reading. Literature to be studied and performed includes classical, spirituals, folk and pop choral music in solo or choral arrangements. Participation in performances and rehearsals is mandatory.

Woodbury High School
Daryl Timmer