Chorus Information
Marin Children's Chorus
Martha Wall, Artistic Director & Founder
Information last updated: 2008-06-01
Status:
Current
Basic Information
| Description: | This is a children's chorus, open to the general public. There are four levels. We offer scholarships to encourage singers from all economic strata. |
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| Web Address: | http://www.marinchorus.org/ |
| Year Estab: | 1988 |
| Mission: | To provide a quality choral opportunity for children age 6-18. |
| Emphasis: | We sing all styles of music--folk, classical, pop, contemporary, from other countries, songs from musicals, gospel, etc., in unison, SA, 'SSA, and even 4 parts. Our repertoire spans the centuries and the globe. |
| Size: | 200 total |
| Concerts/Year: | Each group performs between 6-10 concerts or event |
| Auditions: | Yes, only for Concert Choir (Level 3) and Chantons (Level 4--teen choir). No audition required for Levels 1 and 2. Auditions are held by appointment from August through mid-September, and again in early January. Those auditioning perform a song of their own choosing, unaccompanied. Then the director does some testing for ear and voice and note reading knowledge. |
| Dues: | $500-$800 per year (depending on level). |
| Dress: | Teal skirt or jumper, and white shirt are rented to the singers. Boys wear a teal tie, white shirt and black pants. |
| Rehearsals: | Each level rehearses one afternoon per week, 3:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 5:15 p.m., or 5:30 p.m., depending on which group., St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1123 Court Street, San Rafael |
Categories
| Type of Music: | Classical Church/Sacred Contemporary Early Music Musicals/Theater Popular Gospel |
Type of Chorus: | Children's Holiday |
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| Rehearse City: | San Rafael | ||
| Region: | Marin County | ||
| Audition Req'd: | Y | ||
Chorus Contact Information
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 905, Novato, 94948 |
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| Phone: | (415) 456-2480 |
| Fax: | (415) 456-2726 |
Other Information
| Related Groups: | Level 3 (Concert Choir) also has an "Ensemble". Chantons (Level 4 teen choir) is limited to 20 singers. |
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