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Performance Attire
Saturday, December 1st, 2012
[Reposting] Please review the concert performance attire guidelines as listed in the Performance Guidance (.pdf) document, always posted to the right.
Men’s Concert Dress
A tuxedo, white dress shirt or formal shirt with black bow tie, black shoes and socks. If you don’t own a tux and don’t wish to rent one, a black or dark blue suit is permitted in this chorus. You can often pick up used tuxedos at rental stores or secondhand locations.
Women’s Concert Dress
Dress Options
Floor length dresses or separates (top with floor length skirt or formal dress slacks)
Floor length means to the ankle/top of the shoe.
Color
Black matte finish
Neckline
Modest, unadorned “V” neckline. No ruffles, no flounces, no collar, no cleavage
Sleeves
Long sleeves or 3/4 sleeves
Footwear
Black shoes with black hosiery
Accessories
Jewelry should be unobtrusive–modest, not flashy.
[Purses should not be brought on stage. Options are to lock it in your car or in a room identified for such use at the performance venue. If you choose a skirt or slacks with pockets, you may be able to carry all you need there. If you are using a ring binder for your music, a pencil case clamped in with your music can hold keys, a comb and lipstick.]
The following are NOT be acceptable:
Slacks: Leggings, chinos, denim jeans, khaki-style, any pant that would expose the midriff
Fabrics: Velvet, satin/shiny fabrics, sheer/see-through fabrics like chiffon or lace, sequined fabrics, heavily patterned fabrics
Chorus members are encouraged to look at websites of vendors specializing in outfitting ensembles to get an idea of the overall look of formality we are trying to achieve. If you need to purchase garments to fit the profile, the following websites are just a few we looked at that have appropriate clothing choices. The profile is basic enough that you may be able to find “the right stuff” at a local department store. You may already own an outfit that fits the profile, or you may be able to borrow one from a friend or family member.
http://www.formalfashionsinc.com/
http://www.formalwear-outlet.com/
Performance Guidance
Tuesday, March 13th, 2012
Getting ready for tonight’s performance? Be sure to review the document:
Performance Guidance (PDF always linked on the right side of the page >>> )
Details include (but not limited to):
* Please refrain from wearing scented products, including perfumes, some hair sprays, etc. Also be mindful of oral hygiene.
* We often do not have changing or secure storage facilities backstage. Bring only what you intend to have with you onstage.
* When filing onto stage, climb the risers at the end, and then walk to your place.
* Keep your music at your side while walking.
* While standing, do not lock your knees. If you feel faint, alert the singers on both sides and sit down on your own riser with their help.
* Be careful when stepping off risers. You can easily trip and fall.
* When filing off of the stage, do not walk to one end and jump off.
* Caution: water is not allowed on stage during performances. Cough drops in your pocket are a good emergency measure for performances.
Frequently Used Documents
Wednesday, February 29th, 2012
Reminder: Frequently Used Documents are always linked on the right side of the page:
Info for New Members (Great refresher for current members, too)
Dr. W’s Choral Singing Tips
Performance Guidance (includes concert dress guidelines)
Join the Chorus
First Rehearsal Recap
Wednesday, January 12th, 2011
Handouts from last night’s rehearsal:
First Rehearsal Welcome, (.pdf)
Schedule, Spring 2011, 2 pages (.pdf)
Verdi text and translation, 3 pages, previously posted on December 30, (.pdf)
Beethoven text and translation, 2 pages, (.pdf)
Also noted:
Verdi Latin diction, previously posted on December 30, (.mp3)
Gramophone article: Composer Eric Whitacre on why British choirs are best, direct weblink, or PDF of article
Reminder: Frequently Used Documents are always linked on the right side of the page:
Info for New Members (.pdf)
Dr. W’s Choral Singing Tips (.pdf)
Performance Guidance (.pdf)
Join the Chorus (.pdf)
Spring Semester
Tuesday, December 21st, 2010
Regular NOVAConnect registration for all 2011 Spring semester sessions is under way. Classes begin on January 10. The first chorus rehearsal is on Tuesday, January 11.
Chorus is MUS 137 001A (subject MUS, catalog number 137, section 001A, class number 14724).
For previous postings regarding Spring 2011, under Archives on the right-hand side of the page, click on “Spring 2011”
For archived Fall 2010 information, please see to the right-hand side of the page, also under Archives.
From Dr. Whitmire: The most recently posted schedule that included Spring information is dated September 14, 2010, on the second page. Tentative Schedule (.pdf)
Reminder: Frequently Used Documents are always linked on the right side of the page:
Info for New Members (.pdf)
Dr. W’s Choral Singing Tips (.pdf)
Performance Guidance (.pdf)
Join the Chorus (.pdf)
Fifth Rehearsal Preview
Tuesday, September 21st, 2010
From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers-
Welcome to our 5th rehearsal of Fall 2010! Please sign in.
Tonight’s Rehearsal – Judas 26, 30, 34, 43
Next Week – 49, 50, 56, 58, 66
The Planets– The Planets rehearsals have been moved to Tuesday at the end of rehearsal. If you think you might want to sing, stay and check out this beautiful music. There will be no Planets rehearsals on Saturdays.
Please remember this rehearsal that I added to our schedule (.pdf) on 9-14-10:
Saturday, October 16, 1-2:30 pm: Full Rehearsal
Please plan to attend this very important rehearsal. Begin now making arrangements at work and at home so that you don’t miss it.
Attendance
Please try not to be absent. If you miss more than two rehearsals during preparation for a concert, you will be asked to audition to demonstrate preparedness. Please notify Section Leaders of absences:
Soprano-Peggy Harrison, peggyh [at] ix [dot] netcom [dot]com
Alto-Debbie Peetz, peetz [at] rand [dot] org
Tenor-Larry Goldschmidt, lgold2 [at] comcast [dot] net
Bass-Ray Lombardi, ray2408 [at] comcast [at] net
(Update: Bass Section only: Please note that Ray Lombardi’s E-mail address is rayjoyce2408 [at] verizon [dot] net)
Please remember the NOVA Community Chorus in your charitable giving.
Tax-deductible contributions can be made to the NVCC Foundation.
Sing Well
[Admin: Section leader contact information is always included in each of the Frequently Used Documents, listed on the right: Performance Tips | Info for New Members | Join the Chorus (.pdfs)]
Rehearsal Handouts
Wednesday, September 15th, 2010
Items provided at last night’s rehearsal:
Pitch Exercise, Chorus #25 (.pdf)
Count-Singing Exercise, Chorus #25 (.pdf)
NOVA Coffeehouse flyer (.pdf)
Reminder: Frequently Used Documents are always linked on the right side of the page:
Performance Tips (.pdf)
Info for New Members (.pdf)
Dr. W’s Choral Singing Tips (.pdf)
Join the Chorus (.pdf)
Rehearsal Handouts
Wednesday, September 8th, 2010
Items provided at last night’s rehearsal:
Pitch Drill, Chorus #7 (.pdf)
Concert Wear Guide (.pdf)
From admin: Performance Tips (.pdf) Concert wear is also discussed in this Frequently Used Document.
Music files page has been updated.
Reminder: Frequently Used Documents are always linked on the right side of the page:
Info for New Members (.pdf)
Dr. W’s Choral Singing Tips (.pdf)
Join the Chorus (.pdf)
Frequently Used Documents
Tuesday, June 1st, 2010
Reminder: Frequently Used Documents are always linked on the right side of the page:
Info for New Members (.pdf)
Dr. W’s Choral Singing Tips (.pdf)
Performance Tips (.pdf)
Join the Chorus (.pdf)