AUDITION AND AGREEMENT

STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING

In order for any student to audition for any upper level ensemble in the Scranton High School Choir Program, he or she must read and sign the agreement below, and have their parents sign the agreement.

Requirements for Placement in the CHAMBER CHOIR, KNIGHT RHYTHMS, and one of the SHOW CHOIRS:

• Student will be able to sing their required audition solo well and in-tune, demonstrating an knowledge of dynamics, breathe support, and expression. x Student will have a "good-ear”.
• Student will have a history of respectful behavior and positive attitude in both previous choir classes as well in all other academic classes. If a student has a record of disciplinary problems in choir, in any other academic class, or on campus, then he or she is not prepared for the responsibility and high expectation of being in an advanced level ensemble that travels off campus to perform.
• Student will have a passing academic grade point average. If a student has a history of failing classes, then he or she may be ineligible to travel with advanced level groups. All students must show they have not repeatedly failed multiple classes.
• Student will NOT have previously been removed from an upper level ensemble here at Scranton due to behavior problems or academic deficiency.
• Student will agree to abide by the choir payment schedule of required fees. If a student cannot pay the required fees due to financial need, then he or she must communicate such to one of the directors and then stay current on whatever their individual agreement may be.
• Student will be responsible for staying aware of the choir calendar of performances and rehearsals. He or she will be aware of the time commitment in an upper level ensemble, and will be responsible for communicating with employers, coaches, parents, etc. in a timely manner.
• Student will agree to properly taking care of his or her physical body. This includes agreeing not to smoke, drink alcohol, abuse any kind of drug in order to properly maintain their ability to sing and dance well.
• Student also agrees to abide by the appearance code for performances.

If any student is not prepared to agree to the above terms, then he or she will not be eligible for placement in an upper level ensemble.

Any Scranton High School student is welcome to enroll in Concert Choir to still be a part of the program.

The directors reserve the right to not place a student in an upper level choir if he or she is not meeting ANY of the above requirements.